Football Kenya Federation (FKF) President Hussein Mohammed has called on corporate leaders and private investors to channel more resources into Kenyan football, saying the sport has once again proven its power to unite the country and inspire future generations.

Taking to X on Thursday, August 28, 2025, after attending a luncheon at State House to celebrate Harambee Stars’ historic run to the quarterfinals of the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN), Hussein said Kenya’s football was at a turning point that required stronger partnerships off the pitch.

“I urge our corporate partners to come on board and invest in this beautiful game, because #CHAN2024 has once again demonstrated the power and potential of football to transform lives and grow our economy,” he stated.

The FKF boss joined the Harambee Stars, FKF NEC members, branch chairmen, club officials, and more than 80 corporate leaders for the reception, underscoring the increasing interest in football as both a sport and an industry.

Hussein praised the government for supporting Harambee Stars throughout the tournament, noting that the backing had been “instrumental in giving our players the platform to shine and inspire the nation.”

Building Kenya’s football future

According to him, the lessons from the team’s spirited CHAN debut campaign should spark a national shift in how football is funded and managed.

“Football is bigger than the pitch; it is a driver of unity, opportunity, and national pride,” Hussein said.

“As the Football Kenya Federation, our commitment is clear: to raise standards of the game at all levels, strengthen youth and grassroots football, professionalise club structures, and ensure our national teams are consistently competitive on the continental and global stage.”

He pointed out that with the joint AFCON 2027 bid with Uganda and Tanzania now secured, Kenya could not afford to lose momentum.

“With AFCON 2027 on the horizon, we must seize this moment and build a stronger football ecosystem for Kenya,” he urged.

The Harambee Stars’ campaign may have ended in heartbreak with a quarterfinal loss to Madagascar, but their performances lit up Kasarani and rekindled belief in Kenyan football. Hussein believes that with sustainable investment, the dream of seeing Stars dominate Africa is within reach.