FKF suspends Mombasa coach over defilement case
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The branch has also tightened the requirements for coaches dealing with underage kids
Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Mombasa County Branch has issued an indefinite suspension from all FKF-sanctioned activities to Mombasa Youth tactician Mbarak Swaleh, who is facing defilement charges.
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Swaleh has been a subject of social media outrage over the last few days, where he has been accused of the heinous act, with residents baying for his blood.
In a statement released on Tuesday, 19 August, the leadership of the branch, through the secretary Stephen Murithi, has confirmed the receipt of Swaleh’s accusations.
“According to the reports, Mbarak Swaleh, alias coaches, has been charged at the Mombasa Law Court and accused of defiling a 12-year-old player on diverse dates between January 2025 and August 2025 at Fort Jesus Football field in Mombasa,” reads part of the statement.
“FKF Mombasa Branch respects the rule of law, zero-tolerance policy on any form of abuse, including sexual offenses within football, all geared towards upholding the integrity of the beautiful game. This stance is in line with the global football governing bodies, including FIFA and CAF,” the statement continued.
The Branch also gave an undertaking to prevent such offenses in football.
“FKF Mombasa County Branch will continue working in collaboration with the Kenya Legal framework to address criminal acts related to sexual offenses,” they explained.
Additionally, the branch has tightened the requirements for coaches dealing with underage kids.
“Meanwhile, all football coaches must demonstrate that they have adequate safety measures in place, including safeguarding policies as well as certificates of good conduct, besides the mandatory coaching certificate.”
The allegations against Swaleh are so grave and are a step back towards the development of football.
They are also unfortunate as they involve sexual violence against children, disappointingly, by those entrusted to take care of them.
The allegations also reopen the discussion on the regulation of academies and the thorough vetting of everyone who gets to handle kids.
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