{
  "id": 9794895,
  "title": "Government to engage SRC on reviewing national team players’ allowances",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/25/government-to-engage-src-on-reviewing-national-team-players-allowances",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-25T16:09:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "KahawaTungu",
    "slug": "kahawatungu",
    "url": "https://kahawatungu.com/government-to-engage-src-on-reviewing-national-team-players-allowances/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The government plans to collaborate with the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) to reassess the allowances provided to players in Kenya's national teams, aiming to boost their morale and welfare. The Principal Secretary for Sports, Elijah Mwangi, revealed this during a public engagement session in Kandara. Under current laws, the SRC determines the allowance rates for all Kenyan athletes participating in various sporting events.\n\nMwangi indicated that the Ministry is amenable to constructive dialogue with stakeholders, particularly the men's National Team, Harambee Stars, via the Football Kenya Federation (FKF), to explore the potential for upward adjustments in allowances. He explained that whenever the Ministry deems it necessary to review the allowances, they engage the SRC, awaiting its approval.\n\nThe PS also mentioned that the government often steps in to address outstanding issues related to Harambee Stars' allowances when the federation's procedures are hindered by delays. He emphasized that the process of requisitioning funds for payment adheres strictly to the law, which might contribute to delays in settling claims.\n\nDespite these potential delays, once the money is granted, the Ministry ensures prompt payment. Mwangi expressed his best wishes for Harambee Stars in their upcoming match against Eritrea in an AFCON 2026 qualifier. He encouraged Kenyans to show support for the national team and urged players to uphold the highest level of patriotism and honor while representing their country. Mwangi described wearing the national colors as the ultimate pride for any athlete, emphasizing that doing so, even with ongoing issues, is the highest level of patriotism and honor.",
  "summary": "The government has disclosed intentions of engaging the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) on reviewing the allowances for players in the national teams as part bolstering their morale and enhancing their welfare. The Principal Secretary for Sports Elijah Mwangi said the current rates for allowances paid to all athletes representing Kenya on different sporting events [...] The post…",
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  "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."
}