Starting March 2025, AFC Leopards faces a defining moment as members vote on a groundbreaking proposal that could reshape its future.
Changes that many fans have long speculated about could soon reshape AFC Leopards’ future as the club moves towards a major structural transformation.
A Taskforce Report, formed by the club last year, has recommended a shift from a society-run club to a Mixed Ownership Model, a proposal that will be subjected to a decisive vote at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for the end of March 2025.
If members approve the recommendation, AFC Leopards will transition into a structure that blends traditional fan ownership with modern football management principles.
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Under the proposed framework, the club’s Members’ Sacco will retain a 51% majority stake, ensuring that supporters remain the club’s heartbeat, while the Board will control the remaining 49%, opening doors for strategic investment and financial sustainability.
Ingwe chairman Dan Shikanda, speaking to the media, reassured fans that the new model is designed to uphold democracy while bringing in much-needed professionalism.
“We have the old constitution, the one we are using now, once you are a member, you have the mandate to elect leadership and two, to get a better discount on your merchandise. Only those two, but we hope going forward, they’ll be more and more incentives and more because each member usually asks us, what is in for us,” he stated during the presser as per Citizen.
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The transformation is expected to unlock new financial opportunities for the club, allowing it to attract strategic investors keen on leveraging the club’s rich history, commercial potential, and strong fan base.
According to the taskforce report, AFC Leopards’ nominal value is estimated at Ksh2 billion, factoring in its sporting performance, market appeal, and brand strength.
If implemented, the Mixed Ownership Model could bring about significant improvements in key areas such as player development, infrastructure enhancement, and the club’s overall competitiveness in both Kenyan and continental football.
The report highlights the necessity of financial stability and long-term planning, emphasizing that football clubs worldwide are increasingly adopting hybrid ownership structures to ensure sustainability.
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However, the final decision lies in the hands of the members, who will cast their votes at the highly anticipated AGM. This upcoming decision is seen as one of the most crucial in the club’s six-decade history, potentially setting the course for a new era or reaffirming its traditional governance model.
The club’s leadership has embarked on an awareness campaign to educate members on the benefits of the proposed transformation.
Supporters and stakeholders are being urged to consider the long-term vision of the club, with an emphasis on balancing member interests with financial viability.
While some fans welcome the proposed changes, others remain skeptical about how the board will exercise its powers.
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Concerns over accountability, transparency, and decision-making processes are at the forefront of the debate.
Nonetheless, proponents argue that the new model will introduce modern governance structures that could propel AFC Leopards to greater heights