The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has issued a statement denying claims that Kenya's boys' and girls' U15 teams were left without accommodation in Uganda after the African Schools Football Championship. Instead, FKF explained a transport delay to the airport forced the teams to stay overnight at the host school due to safety rules. The teams are now safely en route back to Kenya.
On December 11, 2025, the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) released an official statement addressing reports circulating on Wednesday that Kenya's U15 boys' and girls' teams were stranded in Uganda after missing their daytime transport back home. The federation stated that the teams checked out of their accommodation as scheduled but faced a delay in transport to the airport, which disrupted their itinerary.
Adhering to strict Ministry of Education guidelines prohibiting night travel for junior teams, the squads remained at the host school overnight rather than departing in the dark. FKF emphasized that the teenagers were never without support at any point. "CECAFA and St. Mary's Kitende ensured that the teams were fully supported throughout this period. CECAFA has since informed CAF of the situation and confirmed that the welfare, comfort, and safety of the Kenyan delegation were prioritised while on site," the FKF statement read.
Logistics have now been resolved, and the teams are en route back to Kenya. FKF acknowledged the logistical, administrative, and operational challenges encountered and is reviewing internal processes to enhance coordination for future events. The incident occurred during the CECAFA-CAF African Schools Championship, a regional tournament featuring top U15 school teams from East and Central Africa. The program included competitive matches, training camps, mentorship sessions, and CAF-led youth development initiatives aimed at identifying talent for elite pathways.
