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Originally published by Standard Sportssports
July 15, 2026
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Ruto pledges to support young talents

President William Ruto has pledged government support towards nurturing young talents across the country...
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President William Ruto has pledged significant government support for nurturing young talent in sports, particularly benefiting the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Premier League runners-up, AFC Leopards.
- President Ruto announced an immediate Sh10 million cash injection for AFC Leopards, comprising Sh5 million for player signings and Sh5 million for the players.
- He also pledged an annual Sh25 million sponsorship top-up, increasing the club's annual sponsorship to Sh100 million.
- The government is constructing 32 stadiums nationwide, designed to be multi-purpose facilities supporting both sports and commercial activities, aiming to create jobs and economic opportunities for young Kenyans.
- The Sports Cabinet Secretary will finance the construction of a permanent training facility for AFC Leopards.
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