Gor Mahia were ordered by the Sports Tribunal to hold elections within 90 days, with strict voter eligibility and monitoring conditions.
Record FKF Premier League champions Gor Mahia are facing a pivotal moment as the Sports Tribunal has ordered the club to hold elections within the next 90 days.
This ruling comes after the club’s executive committee, which has been in power since 2020, was found to be operating beyond its legal term, thus prompting the tribunal’s intervention.
As part of the order, three significant conditions have been put in place, which will guide the election process and ensure compliance with the Sports Act of 2013.
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1. Elections must be held within 90 days
The first and most pressing condition outlined by the tribunal is that Gor Mahia must hold its elections within 90 days.
The existing executive committee, led by chairman Ambrose Rachier, will continue to oversee the club’s activities during this transitional period, ensuring a smooth handover once the elections are conducted.
The tribunal’s directive highlights the urgency of the matter, urging the club to act quickly in order to comply with the stipulations of the Sports Act 2013, which mandates that such elections be conducted on time.
This decision has significant implications for the club’s governance, as it offers a clear roadmap for the future. The club is now tasked with ensuring that the elections are held in accordance with its current constitution, which will need to be carefully followed to avoid legal challenges.
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The ruling has stirred discussions within the club, with some members eager to see a fresh leadership structure while others, particularly loyalists to the current committee, hope for continuity.
2. Eligibility of voters
The second condition focuses on the eligibility of voters in the upcoming elections. According to the tribunal’s ruling, members who were registered by December 31, 2024, will be allowed to vote.
This stipulation ensures that members who have invested time and effort into the club are granted the opportunity to participate in the leadership transition. It also reflects the tribunal’s intention to maintain fairness by ensuring that those with a legitimate expectation of voting are not disenfranchised.
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The cutoff date for voting eligibility is set for March 31, 2025, creating a tight timeline for the registration of members and the finalization of the voter roll.
This condition also emphasizes the need for transparency in the membership process, as members who meet the criteria will have a clear stake in the election’s outcome.
However, it also raises questions about the inclusivity of the club’s broader fanbase, many of whom may feel left out of the formal membership process but are still deeply invested in the club’s future.
3. Accountability and monitoring
The third condition ensures accountability by mandating that the club provide updates to the Sports Tribunal every two weeks until the elections are held. This is a crucial aspect of the ruling, as it ensures the process is closely monitored to prevent any delays or irregularities.
The tribunal has made it clear that it will not tolerate any deviations from the timeline or the prescribed rules, with the potential for contempt charges if the conditions are not followed.
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This monitoring mechanism is designed to ensure that Gor Mahia’s leadership remains accountable to its members and the broader football community.
By requiring regular updates, the tribunal aims to prevent the situation from stagnating or being delayed further, a scenario that could have left the club in a governance vacuum.
