{"id":19421,"date":"2026-09-12T18:36:00","date_gmt":"2026-09-12T15:36:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/?p=19421"},"modified":"2026-09-15T13:41:41","modified_gmt":"2026-09-15T10:41:41","slug":"bii-reaffirms-support-for-sports-as-a-tool-for-youth-empowerment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/index.php\/bii-reaffirms-support-for-sports-as-a-tool-for-youth-empowerment","title":{"rendered":"BII REAFFIRMS SUPPORT FOR SPORTS AS A TOOL FOR YOUTH EMPOWERMENT"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Uasin Gishu Governor Dr Jonathan Bii has reaffirmed his administration\u2019s commitment to promoting sports as a platform for youth empowerment, talent development and economic opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Speaking while awarding Kitoroch FC, winners of the Ainabkoi Sub-County Governor\u2019s Cup Football Tournament, Dr Bii said the county is keen to create more opportunities for young people to develop and showcase their sporting talents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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He noted that investment in grassroots sports plays an important role in identifying and nurturing emerging talent while encouraging young people to participate in constructive and productive activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Governor said the Governor\u2019s Cup has provided an avenue for upcoming footballers to showcase their abilities, gain competitive experience and engage with their communities through sport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kitoroch FC received Ksh500,000 after emerging winners of the Sub-County championship. Kipsinende finished second and received Ksh250,000, while Chepkero and Kipkorgot took home Ksh100,000 and Ksh50,000 respectively after finishing third and fourth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr Bii said his administration would continue to support initiatives aimed at widening sporting opportunities across the county and helping young people explore ways of turning their talents into sustainable livelihoods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kaptagat Ward MCA Jonathan Ng\u2019etich described sports as an important avenue for youth empowerment and community engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

County Executive Committee Member for Sports Robert Kemei outlined various programmes being implemented by his department, guided by the Governor\u2019s fifth pillar of the Nguzo Kumi agenda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Trade County Executive Dr Philip Chebunet also commended the tournament for providing young people with an opportunity to participate in competitive football and showcase their abilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief Officers CPA Victorine Kapkiai (Sports) and Nixon Cheplong (Economic Planning), together with other county directors, attended the award ceremony.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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