The Ministry of Sports, in partnership with the government of France, has reaffirmed the 60 million euros investment programme aimed at enhancing sports infrastructure across the country, promoting sports development, nurturing talent, and fostering social inclusion among youth, women, and vulnerable groups.
The deal was signed yesterday between French ambassador Arnaud Suguet and the Sports Cabinet secretary Salim Mvurya, who expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, highlighting that Kenya stands to benefit not only from the infrastructure development but also from talent exchange programmes.
CS Mvurya lauded the formidable investments made by the French government in Iten, Elgeyo Marakwet County, spearheaded by the municipality of Miramas, Bouches-du-Rhône, in France.
Through the partnership, 12 athletics coaches have been selected to participate in a six-week exchange programme beginning in March 2025.
“The House of Coaches programme will facilitate the exchange of best practices through capacity building while providing an ideal platform for talent scouting,’’ he added.
CS Mvurya also announced that under the deal, the French Development Agency (AFD), in collaboration with the National Basketball Association (NBA), will host the Basketball in Wheelchair summit in Nairobi, bringing together athletes, coaches, and stakeholders from around the world to raise awareness, advocate for equal opportunities, and promote inclusivity for athletes with disabilities.
