CAF Fines Kenya, Tanzania
TFF was convicted of violating Articles 82 and 83 of the CAF Disciplinary Code and Articles 24 and 28 of the CAF Safety & Security Regulations.
TFF was convicted of violating Articles 82 and 83 of the CAF Disciplinary Code and Articles 24 and 28 of the CAF Safety & Security Regulations. Photo/KBC Digital
By Juliet Jerotich
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) Disciplinary Board has sanctioned Kenya and Tanzania for breaches in their CHAN (African Nations Championship) matches.
The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) was found to have violated various regulations in their match against DR Congo. CAF accused FKF of a breach of Articles 82 and 83 of the CAF Disciplinary Code, as well as Articles 15, 31, and 32 of the CAF Safety and Security Regulations.
Due to these reasons, FKF will be forced to pay the following penalties:
Petitioners 5,000 dollars for stampede and unauthorized entry.
Petitioners 10,000 dollars for attacking CAF officials and visitors.
Warning for causing fire inside the stadium
CAF Disciplinary Board has also dealt with the Tanzania Football Federation for their match against Burkina Faso. The audience inside the stands broke safety protocols and created a commotion.
TFF was convicted of violating Articles 82 and 83 of the CAF Disciplinary Code and Articles 24 and 28 of the CAF Safety & Security Regulations.
The Tanzanian federation was fined USD 10,000 by CAF for the infractions.
All fines are to be paid within 60 days of notification, as ordered by CAF.
These punishments underscore CAF’s tough line on safety and discipline during football games. Both federations are now under pressure to provide improved crowd control and tighter security in subsequent matches.
CAF has issued a warning that further violations will result in stiffer punishments. The football governing body encourages all national federations to maintain standards of safety to safeguard fans, players, and officials.
Such disciplinary actions are hoped to deter poor behavior and improve the match-day experience throughout the continent. Now, both Kenya and Tanzania will need to act quickly and address all the points that have been raised and commit to full compliance with CAF regulations in the future.
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