The anticipation is palpable as the spotlight turns to the Safaricom Chapa Dimba Coast Region finals, poised to unfold at Mbaraki Stadium in Mombasa County over the weekend.
Eight teams, comprising four boys’ and four girls’ squads, have secured their coveted spots in this regional football spectacle.
The boys’ division features formidable contenders such as Gunners FC (Tana River), King Loyal (Lamu), Bandari Youth (Mombasa), and Bahati Juniors (Taita Taveta). Meanwhile, in the girls’ category, Bulls Starlets (Kilifi), Wenje Secondary (Tana River), Ukunda Starlets (Kwale), and Changamwe Ladies (Mombasa) are set to display their prowess.
Safaricom Regional Market Manager, Jackson Kirimana, invites football enthusiasts from across the Coast region to flock to Mbaraki Stadium on Saturday and Sunday, creating an electrifying atmosphere of support for their respective teams. Notably, Kirimana assures fans that there will be no gate charges, providing an additional incentive for a massive turnout.
In addition to the football spectacle, Kirimana highlights Safaricom’s impactful community outreach initiatives, including a recent successful free medical camp and financial literacy sessions targeting small business owners, boda boda riders, and local vendors.
Adding a touch of innovation to this year’s tournament, Kirimana unveils the introduction of GPS Sports Vests; AI-powered devices designed to elevate players’ performance, providing valuable data on key metrics such as total distance, speed, power plays, and scores.
This cutting-edge technology aims to not only enhance player understanding of their strengths and weaknesses but also create opportunities for scouting.
Safaricom Chapa Dimba continues to play a pivotal role in providing a structured platform for scouts and coaches to unearth new talent, establish feeder systems for Kenyan football leagues, and contribute to the training of 250 coaches.
Targeting youth aged between 16 and 20 years, this football tournament stands as a beacon for fostering talent and promoting the sport at the grassroots level.
