Kenya Given Strict Deadlines to Pay CHAN 2024 Fines As Full Security Reports Emerge
- Kenya have until October to pay more than KSh 10 million in fines for multiple security breaches at CHAN 2024
- One of the incidents occurred before and during the Harambee Stars vs Morocco match, when fans forced their way into the stadium to watch the game without tickets
- CAF, the African football governing body, has warned Kenya that Harambee Stars' matches could be relocated if security lapses are not addressed
Kenya has 60 days to pay the fine CAF imposed for security breaches during CHAN 2024, which is in its second week.
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Kenya is hosting Group A matches, and most of Harambee Stars' games have been marred by security breaches, prompting CAF, the African football governing body, to issue a stern warning.
Benni McCarthy's Harambee Stars, who are close to reaching the quarter-finals, could have their games relocated if the security issues are not addressed.
Why is CAF fining Kenya?
Major security breaches have occurred in several matches in Kenya so far, with the latest being last Sunday, August 10, when Kenya faced Morocco at Kasarani Stadium.
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Fans forced their way into the stadium, some without tickets, overcrowding the venue and prompting CAF to limit ticket sales for the next game to 27,000.
Before Kenya kicked off their campaign against DR Congo, fans also forced their way into the stadium. Both incidents led to hefty fines from CAF.
So far, Kenya has been charged five times by CAF and has accumulated millions in fines.
Which CHAN 2024 games have had issues in Kenya?
CAF has released a comprehensive report on the incidents that happened before and during the Kenya vs Morocco match.
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According to the report, fans tore down the gates and threw stones at the police, who responded by firing tear gas to control the crowd. For Sunday's incidents, Kenya will have to pay a fine of KSh 6.4 million.
Other incidents that have resulted in fines include security breaches before the Kenya vs DR Congo match on August 3. A CAF report revealed that, before and during the match, there was a stampede, a fire in the stadium, protocol breaches, and an assault on a CAF official.
Kenya will have to pay a fine for incidents that occurred during the Angola vs Harambee Stars match on August 7.
The charges included unauthorised access by spectators, mishandling of VIP and VVIP guests, and lighting a fire in the stadium.
They were also charged for incidents in Morocco vs Angola and Zambia vs Angola.
How much fine will Kenya pay?
Kenya can still appeal these charges, but must announce their intention in writing within three days of receiving the decision grounds. However, Kenya must pay the fines to make the appeal valid.
In total, the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) must pay $98,500 (KSh 12,805,000) for the breaches. All the fines must be paid in US dollars.
Each charge has its own deadline, all in early October (5th, 9th, 11th, and 12th).
Did Tanzania coadh warn Harambe Stars?
In a related story, TUKO.co.ke reported that Tanzania coach Hemed 'Morocco' Suleiman sent a subtle warning to Kenya and CHAN rivals.
Taifa Stars have a flawless record in the tournament and have secured their spot in the quarter-finals.
Suleiman is excited to face one of the teams from Group A in the quarter-finals and feels ready.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
