betPawa has launched a KSh 6.7 million initiative that will benefit at least 575 players drawn from 25 football teams in Kenya. The company has distributed full playing kits and training equipment to the participating teams to strengthen football development at community level.
The donation supports both men’s and women’s teams, reflecting an increased focus on inclusivity in sport. Each player will receive a complete kit including jerseys, shorts, and socks. In addition, each team has been allocated four match balls, bringing the total distributed to 100.
The full package also includes 575 training bibs and 75 pairs of goalkeeper gloves. The initiative is expected to reduce the burden on teams that often struggle to access basic equipment, an ongoing challenge that can affect performance and hinder player development in many areas of the country.
The supported teams include: Maungu All Stars FC, Majengo FC, Mwendo FC, Kisii Wazee FC, Kapkorech Starlet, St Josephus Nakuru, Maringo United, Masimba Queens, Lugusi FC, Youngboys FC, Livewire FC, Panga FC, Black Stallion FC, UNESCO FC, Kangeta Youth FC, Kangami FC, Gategi Ladies, HCE FC, Falcon Queens, Arrows of Kajembe Starlets, Atletico Kangemi SC, Kibagare Girls FC, Kick It Kenya FC, Shimanzi FC, and Nyanturago Town Boys FC.
Local teams often operate with limited resources, sometimes relying on community contributions to fund kits and training materials. By providing standardised playing and training equipment, the initiative is expected to improve team organisation, strengthen match readiness, and create a more professional environment for players.
Women’s teams make up a significant portion of the beneficiaries, aligning with betPawa’s broader commitment to creating more inclusive opportunities in sport. Across its sports development initiatives in Africa, the brand has consistently championed equity in the game, including through its widely recognized Locker Room Bonus (LRB) programme, where both men’s and women’s teams receive equal bonus payments for victories.
betPawa’s latest investment adds to a growing range of corporate-backed initiatives supporting sport beyond elite competitions and into community structures that help sustain the game.
