Kenya Rugby reforms caucus demands financial transparency, threatens further action

Several Kenyan rugby clubs are demanding immediate access to the Kenya Rugby Union’s (KRU) financial records, citing growing concerns over transparency, accountability, and governance failures within the union.

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The clubs held a press conference on Friday, July 4, at the RFUEA Grounds, where Ngong RC Warriors chairman Victor Wachira issued a strongly worded statement calling for urgent action.

The statement follows a turbulent period for the KRU, which saw the resignation of Chairman Alexander “Sasha” Mutai during a Special General Meeting (SGM) on Friday, 30 May.

“Following the SGM and the adoption of financial accounts flagged by auditors, our clubs formally requested to inspect the Union’s books as allowed under Clause 10.22.4 of the KRU Constitution. To date, we have received no formal response from the CEO or the union. This silence is unacceptable and appears to be a deliberate attempt to block oversight,” part of the statement read.

According to Wachira, the clubs had initially written to the union requesting a response by Wednesday, 30 June.

Despite the letters being acknowledged by the KRU Secretariat, no further communication has been made.

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The clubs are now demanding access to the financial records and a written response by Wednesday, 9 July, warning that failure to comply will prompt further action.

“This is not about politics, it’s about principle. This is not a rebellion. It’s a rescue mission for the good of Kenyan rugby,” Wachira emphasized.

The statement also highlighted broader issues that have plagued the Union in recent years: persistent boardroom wrangles, allegations of corruption, declining performances by national teams, and a loss of trust among players and supporters.

The demand for transparency comes as public pressure on the Union continues to grow.

Last month, whistleblower Nelson Amenya published a series of posts on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), alleging financial misconduct and questionable dealings within the KRU leadership, further fueling calls for scrutiny.

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In May, Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna escalated the matter to the Senate, requesting a comprehensive investigation into KRU’s finances and operations.

Sifuna asked the Senate Committee on Labour and Social Welfare to provide a detailed report on sponsorship funds received between 2022 and 2025, and whether any criminal activities outlined in a report by former chair Mutai had been investigated by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).

Sifuna also raised concerns about the qualifications of serving directors at KRU.

His concerns were backed by Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot, who called on the union to uphold transparency and open its financial records for public review.

Meanwhile, the rugby community is growing restless.

Fans across the country are expressing frustration over the state of the game, with some threatening to boycott the upcoming National 7s Circuit unless the Union addresses concerns over governance and mismanagement.