Football Kenya Federation has officially launched preparations for the AFCON 2027 safety and security architecture following the opening of the Local Organising Committee (LOC) Safety and Security Workshop in Nairobi.
The high-level workshop was facilitated by Confederation of African Football CAF Head of Security Dr Christian Emeruwa and brought together key stakeholders tasked with ensuring a safe and coordinated tournament environment.
Opening the forum alongside Sports PS Elijah Mwangi, officials emphasized the importance of a robust security framework ahead of the continental tournament scheduled for 2027.
Key Stakeholders in Attendance
Among those in attendance were LOC Chairman Nicholas Musonye, senior officials from the Ministry of Interior, and representatives from the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism.
The engagement is expected to form the backbone of the Safety and Security Committee that will be fully integrated into the LOC structure.
Organisers reiterated that safety, security, and seamless coordination remain central to delivering a successful AFCON 2027, with a strong emphasis on protecting players, officials, and fans.
Security Planning and Risk Management Framework
Security planning for AFCON 2027 is being aligned with continental best practices, with a focus on intelligence sharing, risk assessment, crowd management, and emergency response coordination across venues.
Key partners, including senior security officials from the Ministry of Interior, will play a critical role in operational readiness and match-day security execution.
CAF’s technical guidance through its security department is expected to enhance preparedness, particularly in high-risk match environments and large-scale fan engagement zones.
The LOC has also committed to strengthening inter-agency coordination to ensure rapid response capabilities and effective communication channels during the tournament period.
With the Safety and Security Committee now forming part of the LOC structure, officials are confident that coordinated planning will significantly enhance operational efficiency ahead of the tournament.
Continued collaboration between CAF, national security agencies, and international partners is expected to reinforce Kenya’s readiness to host a safe and successful AFCON 2027 alongside Uganda and Tanzania.
The workshop marks a critical milestone in Kenya’s preparations, underscoring a shared commitment to delivering a secure, well-coordinated, and internationally compliant tournament experience for all stakeholders involved in AFCON 2027.
The initiative reinforces Kenya’s ambition to host a landmark continental championship, with security stakeholders pledging sustained engagement, continuous training, and robust coordination mechanisms designed to safeguard every aspect of the tournament experience from start to finish phase one
