Okach replaces Sasha Mutai as KRU Chairperson

Harriet Okach has been appointed Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) Chairperson, becoming the first-ever woman to hold the position in the history of the federation.

Her appointment was confirmed on Thursday, following the resignation of Alexander ‘Sasha’ Mutai last week.

In her maiden speech after the appointment, Okach promised to bring all stakeholders together for the growth of the sport.

“I’m humbled to be entrusted with this position. Thank you to the affiliates, KRU Board, and stakeholders for your support. To our secretariat and the playing component, thank you for focusing on keeping the game going in spite of all the turmoil. To our fans and all stakeholders, Sports unites, so please let’s all come together in growing this game that we all love. Asante sana,” she said.

Before her appointment, Okach was a KRU board member, in charge of charge of Marketing and Commercial.

She was formerly the treasurer of Kisumu RFC before first joining KRU as a board member in 2023.

Former Chairman Mutai resigned on Friday last week at a stormy special general meeting (SGM) at the RFUEA Grounds, ahead of a no-confidence motion against him by member clubs.

Okach will serve the remainder of the term until fresh elections are held.