The Football Kenya Federation (FKF), in partnership with the national and county government of Migori, has distributed 72 footballs to 72 primary schools across Migori County to support soccer development in the area.
The move also aims to nurture young talent and promote athleticism in the region.
The event held at the Migori County Stadium, brought together key stakeholders in the sports sector across the county. "FKF is committed to strengthening grassroots football and other ball games in primary and junior secondary schools and would always involve in donating sports kits to the youth," said FKF chairperson Mr Benard Odongo when he briefed the media shortly after handing over to the balls to the beneficiaries He explained that the initiative is part of a broader plan to devolve football leadership and expand access to sporting resources in the county.
The official promised to send more sports kits to the grassroots levels, explaining that most talented youngsters failed to improve their sporting talents due to lack of the necessary kits. "To nurture the young talents and strengthen grassroots soccer, we will ensure that the youths are well trained and empowered.