Kindiki: Govt to Intensify Investment in Harambee Stars, Other Sports

WAJIR, Kenya, Aug 24 - Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has lauded Harambee Stars for fighting hard to the quarter finals in the ongoing CHAN tournament - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki announced that the Kenyan government will significantly increase investment in Harambee Stars and other sports. Speaking in Wajir County, he praised the national football team for their performance in the CHAN tournament and pledged comprehensive support for their future endeavors.
- The government plans to improve player welfare and motivate them for AFCON 2027 and upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
- DP Kindiki committed to building and improving sports stadiums across the country, encompassing football, volleyball, handball, netball, rugby, and other sports to nurture youth talent.
- He also highlighted broader development initiatives in Northern Kenya, including road networks like the Mandera-Rhamu-Garre-Elwak-Kobo–Kotulo-Tarbaj-Wajir-Samata-Abaswein-Modogashe-Kula Mawe to Isiolo road, and connecting over 18,500 families to electricity in Wajir County at a cost of Sh3 Billion.
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