This archive report was first published on 16 July 2020.
Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has taken a significant step in modernizing the Kenyan Premier League (KPL) by announcing that all top-tier matches will be live on a digital app from next season.
According to FKF boss Nick Mwendwa, subscribers will be able to download the app from the AppStore and PlayStore and pay Sh200 to watch a game of their choice.
"All the games will be live on a digital app that can be downloaded from AppStore and PlayStore. Subscribers will pay Sh200 to watch a game of their choice and this will add up to the revenue that goes to the clubs," Mwendwa said.
With the TV and broadcast industry undergoing significant changes, Mwendwa emphasized the need for the federation to adapt and move with the times. He cited the examples of Netflix, Amazon, and Facebook venturing into sports broadcasting.
"The TV and broadcast industry is changing and it is no longer what it used to be. We have to move with the changing times. Netflix, Amazon and Facebook are all going to sports broadcasting and we have to be ready for such things. With our new app, the games will be there as well as highlights and other exciting products around our game," Mwendwa added.
As part of the federation's efforts to modernize the league, Mwendwa also announced the introduction of a new tournament known as Super 16, which will replace the KPL Top 8. The tournament will involve the top eight teams from the top league and eight from the National Super League (NSL).
