This archive report was first published on 23 November 2019.
On November 23, 2019, Kisii and Nyamira counties held peaceful elections to devolve their leadership under the Football Kenya Federation (FKF).
At Keumbu social hall, Jezreel Mbegera was elected the Kisii County FKF chairman, garnering 10 votes against five of his competitor Yobesh Mose. All 15 delegates who were set to take part in voting turned up for the exercise.
"The people of Kisii have spoken. They have unanimously and with great voice stated their position through this election," said Mbegera, after he was announced the winner.
Evans Mageka won the position of secretary, garnering nine votes, while his opponent Thomas Masanta managed six votes. Elijah Omiti won the treasurer's seat unopposed, while Peter Manyange and Florence Nyamute were elected youth and women reps respectively.
Meanwhile, in Nyamira county, former Wazito Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Luthers Mokua was elected chairman after garnering 15 votes, while his competitor Peter Omwando did not get any vote. Twenty delegates were set to take part in the election, but only 17 turned up, with two votes spoilt.
