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The Kitui County Government has outlined plans for the inaugural Governor’s Cup tournament, a sporting event designed to nurture young talent, promote peace, and foster unity among communities.
Speaking during a media briefing, Kitui County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Sports, Culture, Gender, and ICT, Phoebe Mutemi, said the tournament is part of Governor Dr. Julius Malombe’s wider agenda to empower youth through sports, as captured in his manifesto.
“In the sports sector, we are not only improving infrastructure but also creating opportunities for our young people. So far, 21 playgrounds have already been completed across the county under Governor Malombe’s leadership. The Governor’s Cup will be another platform to scout and mature talent,” Mutemi explained.
According to the minister, the Governor’s Cup will be structured across three levels of competition village, ward, and sub-county culminating in a county-level showdown. Registration will begin at the grassroots, where villages will present teams to compete at the ward stage.
The tournament is open strictly to boys and girls aged 18–25 years. Beyond talent development, it seeks to promote peace, fight drug abuse, bring communities together, and address mental health challenges among the youth.
Gilbert Mutema, Vice Chairman of the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Kitui Branch, assured the public that all matches will be overseen by trained referees to guarantee fairness and professionalism.
“This tournament will give our young players a chance to showcase their abilities while encouraging sportsmanship and unity,” Mutema said.
The Governor’s Cup is expected to become an annual event, creating opportunities for young people in Kitui County to grow in sports while fostering social cohesion.
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