Eastern region pushes for increased funding and fair representation at AK
A Eastern region athletics stakeholder gives his submissions during the Athletics Kenya (AK) Constitutional Review at Kinoru Stadium in Meru on Wednesday, November 6, 2025. Photo by Athletics Kenya
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The forum brought together athletes, coaches, officials, and athletics fans from Meru, Tharaka Nithi, Isiolo, Marsabit, and Embu counties as part of the ongoing 12-day nationwide exercise aimed at aligning AK’s governance structures with the Sports Act, 2013.
During the robust discussions, participants advocated for increased allocation of funds to the county and national athletics programs.
This funding is intended to ensure the smooth operation of activities and effective talent development across all regions.
Mburugu Remmy, Chairman of AK Buuri Constituency, emphasized the need for more resources to help nurture young and upcoming athletes.
“We need more money channeled to athletics so that we can identify and develop more talent from the grassroots,” said Mburugu.
Jumale Agha, an athletic enthusiast, urged AK to improve its financial policies to include more regions and fields, ensuring equitable growth of the sport.
“The current financial policies need to be broadened so that more areas can benefit fairly,” he said.
Nonetheless, Mercy Kendi called for the active inclusion of youth in athletics leadership and decision-making processes, noting that young people should be involved at every level to ensure a smooth continuity of leadership and growth in the sport.
“Once we retire from active leadership and policy discussions, the youth should be ready to take over from us,” said Kendi. “We need to train and involve Gen Z now so that they can confidently take the mantle and carry athletics forward.”
On matters of doping, Abdi Kadir, the AK Eastern Region Secretary, called for proper assessment mechanisms for athletes to prevent cases of discrimination or athletes being unfairly left out of competitions, while also ensuring integrity and transparency in the sport
There were heated discussions as members debated issues surrounding AK elections and representation, with calls for fairness, inclusivity, and regional balance to avoid overrepresentation and ensure equal opportunities for all counties.
AK officials present, however, called on participants to continue sharing their views openly, assuring them that every submission will be considered in the final amendments.
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