Safaricom Chapa Dimba, a youth football tournament, has concluded its county finals across the Eastern Region of Kenya. The tournament, which aims to provide a platform for young footballers to showcase their talent, saw teams competing in both boys' and girls' categories. The finals were held in eight counties: Isiolo, Meru, Embu, Tharaka Nithi, Machakos, Kitui, Makueni, and Marsabit. County champions in both categories received Ksh. 75,000, while runners-up received Ksh. 30,000.
In Embu county, Royal Queens Academy emerged as the girls' champions after defeating Ishiara Bright Starlets 7-0 in the final at Embu Moi Stadium. Meanwhile, Black Cats Football Academy claimed the boys' county title with an 8-1 victory over Ishiara Bright Academy. These county champions will now advance to the Eastern Region finals, where they will compete for regional honors. The tournament has provided a competitive platform for emerging footballers to showcase their talent.
Machakos county also concluded its finals, with MCF Starlets emerging as the girls' county champions after defeating Kibauni Ladies 1-0 in the final. MCF Starlets secured their place in the final with a 1-0 victory over Kisooni Queens. In the boys' category, Golden Football Academy were crowned county champions after overcoming Masii Boys 4-1 on penalties, following a goalless draw in the final.
In Kitui county, Syomunyu Queens were crowned girls' county champions after defeating ISAA Queens FC 3-0 in the final. Syomunyu Queens had earlier secured their place in the final with a 4-1 victory over Nguni Sirens. In the boys' category, SMPI Academy claimed the county title after defeating Mwingi Junior Academy 3-0 in the final. Other counties, including Isiolo, Meru, Makueni, and Marsabit, also concluded their finals.
The county finals also took place in Isiolo, Meru, Makueni, and Marsabit, with various teams emerging as champions. In Isiolo, Bridge Starlets were crowned girls' county champions, while MAFA FC claimed the boys' county title. In Meru, Akuune Queens secured the girls' county title, while Makinduri Rockstars emerged as the boys' champions. In Makueni, AIC Sultan was crowned girls' county champions.
Oliver Kiptoo, FKF National Coordinator, congratulated all the county champions and participating teams on the level of competition and talent witnessed across the counties. He expressed his pleasure in providing young footballers with a platform to showcase their abilities and compete at a higher level. The Eastern Region finals will be held on 2nd and 3rd October 2026 in Embu, bringing together the top boys' and girls' teams from the eight counties.
The Eastern Region finals will feature the county champions battling for regional honors and an opportunity to progress further in the Safaricom Chapa Dimba tournament. The tournament continues to provide a pathway for young footballers to develop and showcase their talent. The competition has been encouraging, with a high level of talent witnessed across the counties.
Key points
- The Safaricom Chapa Dimba tournament provides a platform for young footballers to showcase their talent and compete at a higher level.
- The Eastern Region finals will be held on 2nd and 3rd October 2026 in Embu.
- County champions in both categories received Ksh. 75,000, while runners-up received Ksh. 30,000.
