The ongoing Chapa Dimba tournament, organized by Safaricom, has reached Nairobi County and is scheduled to take place at the newly inaugurated Dandora Stadium on March 16th and 17th.
During the official launch at Jacaranda grounds on March 13th, Dickson Doyo, the FKF secretary general for the Nairobi East branch, expressed his appreciation to Safaricom for bringing the tournament back to the grassroots level.
Dickson Doyo emphasized the positive impact the tournament has had over the years and thanked Safaricom for their commitment to grassroots football development.
He highlighted how the tournament serves as a platform for identifying young talent, with some players even earning spots in the under 20s national team.
The choice of Dandora Stadium as the venue for this edition was explained by Dickson, who mentioned its recent completion after a six-year construction period.
Despite challenges faced during its development, the stadium is now operational, with local residents tasked with its upkeep and management.
In addition to providing opportunities for young footballers, the tournament is expected to stimulate economic activity in the surrounding community.
Enhanced security measures have been put in place to ensure the smooth conduct of the event. Given Dandora’s rich footballing history, organizers anticipate a full house and are encouraging fans to show their support for the competing teams.
The ongoing Chapa Dimba tournament, organized by Safaricom, has reached Nairobi County and is set to take place at the newly inaugurated Dandora Stadium on March 16th and 17th. Dickson Doyo, the FKF secretary general for the Nairobi East branch, expressed his gratitude to Safaricom during the official launch at Jacaranda grounds on March 13th for bringing the tournament back to the grassroots level.
Doyo highlighted the tournament’s significant positive impact over the years and thanked Safaricom for their dedication to grassroots football development. He noted that the tournament serves as a crucial platform for identifying young talent, with some players even earning spots in the under 20s national team.
The choice of Dandora Stadium as the venue for this edition was explained by Doyo, who mentioned its recent completion after a challenging six-year construction period. Despite the obstacles faced during its development, the stadium is now operational, with local residents entrusted with its maintenance and management.
Beyond providing opportunities for young footballers, the tournament is expected to boost economic activity in the surrounding community. Enhanced security measures have been implemented to ensure the smooth running of the event. Given Dandora’s rich footballing history, organizers anticipate a full turnout and encourage fans to come out in large numbers to support the competing teams.
