{
  "id": 2978546,
  "title": "FKF condemns use of tear gas during FKF Super Cup match",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/fkf-condemns-use-of-tear-gas-during-fkf-super-cup-match",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-24T08:04:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "KahawaTungu",
    "slug": "kahawatungu",
    "url": "https://kahawatungu.com/fkf-condemns-use-of-tear-gas-during-fkf-super-cup-match/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has expressed strong disapproval of the violence, disorder, and hooliganism that erupted following Sunday's FKF Super Cup match between Gor Mahia and Tusker FC at Nyayo National Stadium. In a statement released on Sunday, the federation emphasized that there is no room for such behavior, which puts the safety of all individuals involved at risk. The FKF also raised concerns over the use of tear gas and other crowd-control measures deployed during the incident.\n\nThe federation highlighted the responsibility of security agencies to maintain order, but stressed the need for restraint, professionalism, and adherence to the law when dealing with crowds. They affirmed their commitment to collaborating with relevant authorities and football stakeholders to determine the events leading up to the incidents. The FKF also vowed to take action against anyone found guilty of violence or misconduct, and they plan to scrutinize available footage, match officials' reports, and statements from other stakeholders as part of their investigation process. The federation urged all parties involved, including fans, security agencies, and other football stakeholders, to maintain discipline and ensure that football matches continue to be safe and enjoyable environments for everyone.",
  "summary": "Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has condemned acts of violence, disorder and hooliganism witnessed after Sunday’s FKF Super Cup match between Gor Mahia and Tusker FC at Nyayo National Stadium. In a statement issued on Sunday, FKF said there was no place for violence, destruction of property, intimidation or any conduct that puts the safety of [...] The post FKF condemns use of tear gas during FKF…",
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  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}