Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has embarked on major renovation works at its FIFA Goal Project offices in Kasarani, a move aimed at restoring the image and functionality of the country’s football headquarters.
The renovations come at a critical moment as Kenya prepares to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) under the Pamoja bid alongside Uganda and Tanzania.
Having recently co-hosted a successful CHAN 2025 tournament, the three East African nations are now under the spotlight once again, with expectations high ahead of AFCON 2027.
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Beyond stadiums and training facilities, FKF believes that administrative infrastructure must also reflect professionalism, credibility and readiness for a tournament of such magnitude.
Just days after stepping into office following the exit of embattled CEO Harold Ndege, Acting CEO Dennis Gicheru offered insight into why the renovations were prioritised.
CEO Dennis Gicheru outlines vision behind renovation of FKF offices
According to Gicheru, the state of the federation’s headquarters was no longer acceptable for an organisation tasked with running football at the highest level.
“We are undertaking major renovations at our headquarters, the FKF Goal Project, which was in a very dilapidated state when we came in. We had to look at it as the face of the federation, so it was important to undertake these renovations in order to bring it up to speed and give confidence to our people. Even the way we present ourselves shows that we can deliver something meaningful for football in this country,” Gicheru said.
He further explained that the timing of the renovations is closely linked to upcoming continental and international engagements, particularly AFCON 2027, which will attract numerous high-profile visitors.
“It was necessary because we have major projects coming up, such as AFCON. We anticipate hosting many guests from outside, including FIFA and CAF officials as well as government representatives.
We do not want them to see the face of people who are not serious about football. That is why we felt it was important to undertake these renovations at this point in time, so that it becomes a welcoming face whenever anyone visits the FKF Goal Project, Kandanda House,” he added.
Gicheru also detailed the specific areas being addressed during the renovation process, noting that some of the issues had already begun to interfere with daily operations.
“We had to deal with a leaking roof, which was causing a lot of damage to some of our equipment in the office. We also had to renovate the floor, which was in a dilapidated condition. In addition, we are doing proper landscaping in the outer space of the offices. The major renovations are taking place in those three areas, and we will also modernise the interior of the offices,” he explained.
Beyond appearances, the Acting CEO believes the improved working environment will translate into better performance from staff and, ultimately, better service delivery for Kenyan football.
“If you have a good working environment, then it is clear that you will give maximum output because you are operating in a habitable environment,” he concluded.
As Football Kenya Federation positions itself for a busy future on and off the pitch, the renovation of the FIFA Goal Project offices stands as an early signal administrative reform under the leadership of President Hussein Mohammed