Cricket Kenya (CK) has suspended its National Treasurer, Kalpesh Solanki following accusations of abuse of authority.
An investigation has been launched into the management of Federation funds.
A letter seen by People Sport, signed by CK CEO Ronald Bukusi explicitly outlines the reasons for the suspension.
Solanki is facing scrutiny over his management of the office from 2022 to 2024, particularly regarding the utilization of Jersey Funds and whether it complied with CK policies.
“Following a resolution by the Executive Board of Cricket Kenya on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, a Sub-Committee has been formed. The members include Pauline Njeru (or alternatively, Beryl Oyugi), Pearlyne Omamo, and the Sports Registrar or a person appointed by her office,” the statement reads in part.
The committee’s mandate is to investigate discrepancies in the jersey fund from 2022 and to review the overall management of Cricket Kenya’s finances.
“The Sub-Committee will examine whether the jersey funds received by Kalpesh Solanki in 2022 were utilized correctly, in line with the budget, court orders and Cricket Kenya policies.”
The statement continues: “It will also assess the financial management and utilization of Cricket Kenya funds since the current board took over until August 28, 2024. This includes determining whether payments were made in accordance with the Cricket Kenya Constitution, administrative policies, board resolutions and the funding conditions imposed by the International Cricket Council.”
The four-member sub-committee is expected to submit a detailed report of its findings at the upcoming AGM for a final decision.
“A signed report with findings and recommendations will be presented to the Cricket Kenya Council at the upcoming AGM for a final decision,” the statement further notes.
CK also announced changes in the Federation Management structure. Kennedy Obuya will now act as Interim Treasurer and will be added as a signatory to all Cricket Kenya bank accounts.
“Alongside chair Manoj Patel and vice chair Maina Kamau, interim treasurer Kennedy Obuya and Beryl Oyugi will serve as signatories for all accounts. CEO Ronald Bukusi will also be a mandatory signatory, with any two signatories required along with the CEO.”
