Africa-Press – Kenya. The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Disciplinary Committee has found Gor Mahia FC in breach of FKF Regulations and the CAF Disciplinary Code following a security incident during their match against Bidco United on September 21 at Moi Stadium, Kasarani.
The Committee found that while Gor Mahia had hired third-party vendors to handle ticketing and access control, the club still had a non-delegable duty of care to maintain safety and order during official matches.
“Outsourcing operational functions does not absolve a club from its responsibilities,” the Committee stated.
Under the Strict Liability standard, a club is responsible for incidents in or around the stadium, even if no fault or negligence is proven.
In addition, the doctrine of Vicarious Liability makes the club accountable for the actions or omissions of contractors, service providers, or other parties acting on its behalf.
The Committee stressed that clubs must exercise proper oversight and take preventive measures at all times, in line with CAF and FIFA disciplinary frameworks.
As a result, Gor Mahia FC has been formally found culpable for failing to maintain adequate security.
The Committee issued a warning, urging the club to exercise greater diligence on matchdays. The club has been fined Sh300,000, payable within 14 days.
The FKF Disciplinary Committee warned that any repetition of similar incidents will attract harsher sanctions.
“Clubs must always ensure safety and order for players, officials, and fans alike,” the Committee noted.
The detailed Reasoned Decision, which contains the full legal analysis, is scheduled for release on November 4.
This will mark the start of the club’s right to appeal under the FKF Rules and Regulations (2024).
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