16/08/2023
CS ABABU MEETS COUNTY CECMS AND SPORT OFFICERS TO DISCUSS THE UPCOMING BOTTOM UP FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT
On the sidelines of the Devolution Conference 2023 held in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, CS Hon Ababu-Terrah Egh held deliberations with the County Governments Representatives for Sports from all the 47counties ahead of the Talanta Hela Football Tournament set for launch this friday.
The meeting sought to provide an update on the County Governments preparedness for the tournament, exchange ideas on how the tournament will run as well as agree on the regional venues for the games.
CS Ababu, who was flanked by the Kenya Academy of Sports CEO Dr. Doreen Odhiambo and Sports Kenya DG Pius Metto, thanked for their invaluable presence considering the hectic schedule brought about by the 10 years celebration of devolution in Kenya.
"Our goal is to ensure a seamless and memorable event that not only showcases our country's strengths but also fosters camaraderie among participants and spectators. I am certain that we cannot fail to achieve this," noted the CS.
He assured the CECMs that his Ministry and the Government recognised the significance of working together with the county government to foster sports in Kenya.
"This is an Initiative that I want us to be part and parcel of until the last minute.I believes we can work and work well if we join hands to drive this project," he added.
CS Ababu Namwamba assured the CECMs that his ministry officials were under instruction to thwart any forms of mischief in the tournament. "Our officers are under firm instructions to arrest any form of mischief related to Age and Nationality. This not only endanger our children but also greatly dents the reputation of our Country."
He rallied the CECMs and County Sports officers to lead the proces in their respective counties, towards ensuring that they delivered a memorable event.