The three-day Security and Stadium Safety workshop organized by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has concluded in Nairobi with a strong call for improved safety measures during football matches. During the closing ceremony, Dr. Kristin Emurua, CAF’s Head of Safety and Security, emphasized the importance of this exercise in enhancing the capacity of security personnel for football events.
Dr. Emurua also encouraged Kenya to lead by example in the region, setting the standard for security practices at football venues. “It’s time to do things differently. From now on, you’re part of the bigger family committed to improving security standards at football venues across the continent,” he said.
This workshop, the first of its kind in Kenya, brought together various stakeholders from football organizations to focus on enhancing stadium safety and security in both Kenya and across Africa. It covered key aspects such as emergency response protocols, crowd control, and cooperation with local security agencies.
Participants also took part in practical sessions on risk assessment and safety audits, with the aim of integrating global best practices into the local football scene.
Football Kenya Federation (FKF) CEO Patrick Korir expressed gratitude to CAF for selecting Kenya as one of the initial participants in the program. He stated, “This initiative will not only boost our local leagues but also provide fans and players with a safe environment, which is critical for the growth of football in Kenya.”
This workshop is part of a broader initiative by CAF to ensure safe environments for players, officials, and fans during football matches. The program, running across 54 African countries, has now included Kenya as the 10th participant. FKF plans to collaborate closely with local club officials, law enforcement agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure safe and secure environments for football events.
