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Makueni Promotes Healthy Ageing Through Grannies’ Football.

Wote :30 th August 2026

The County Government of Makueni, through the Department of Gender, Children, Youth, Sports and Social Services, on Saturday helped organise friendly football matches bringing together five grannies’ teams: Wote, Kilala, Precious’ Kikumbukyu, Maiani and Vumbu Grannies.

The matches provided the elderly women with an opportunity to stay physically active, improve their health, socialise and enjoy sports in an inclusive environment.

Speaking during the event, Interim Chairperson of the Makueni Grannies Football Association, Mary Kioko, said the association’s theme, “KICK FOR HEALTH,” highlights the role of sports in promoting the physical and social wellbeing of elderly women.

Kioko called for increased support in uniforms, sporting facilities, financial assistance and inclusion of grannies in tournaments.

The County Government provided medical support, refreshments and technical facilitation during the matches.

The initiative reflects Governor Mutula Kilonzo Junior’s commitment to empowering women while prioritising their health, dignity and wellbeing at every stage of life.

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. graces the AMRA Championship.

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. graces the AMRA Championship at Kalimani, Mutitu ANDEI Ward, celebrating grassroots talent and community-driven sports development.

The tournament, organised by the AA Ma Mbuini Residents Association in partnership with the County Government and sponsors, is benefiting from the County’s flagship Ligi Mashinani programme.

Winners received trophies, sportswear and cash prizes, as the Governor pledged continued investment in sports and grassroots empowerment, noting that talent is an economic development opportunity.

EMPOWERING MAKUENI’S YOUTH: COUNTY, STUDENTS JOIN FORCES IN KAMBU

The County Government of Makueni, led by CECM for Gender, Youth, Sports, Children and Social Services Eng. Sebastian Kyoni, has partnered with the Makueni County KU Students Association to empower youths in Kambu, Mtito Andei Ward.

The youths were trained on drug abuse prevention, mental health awareness, financial discipline, career guidance and mentorship, agribusiness and market linkages.

Eng. Kyoni urged young people to take advantage of county programmes including Tujiajiri, Ligi Mashinani, Ujuzi Teketeke and Ajira kwa Vijana, while actively participating in public forums to help shape youth-focused development priorities.

The initiative also saw the distribution of over 2,000 tree seedlings to promote environmental conservation, while girls received sanitary pads to support menstrual hygiene.

Kyoni was accompanied by Chief Officer Nicolis Mutua, area MCA Francis Mulwa, Thange Ward MCA Eric Katumo and other leaders.

SEVEN MAKUENI SCHOOLS COMPETE AT 2026 KSSSA NATIONAL GAMES.

Seven schools from Makueni County are representing the county at the 2026 Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) National Games in Thika, Kiambu County.

More than 7,200 students from junior and senior schools across the country are participating in the championships, which were officially opened at M-PESA Foundation Academy.

Flagging team Makueni,Gender, Children, Youth, Sports and Social Services CECM Eng. Sebastian Kyoni said the county government supported its Team by providing sports kits for players and technical officials, and deploying sports officers to offer technical and logistical support.

The county is represented by Tumaini Secondary School (boys’ football), Misuuni Secondary School (girls’ football), Matiliku Boys Secondary School (boys’ volleyball and boys’ 3×3 basketball), Nduluni Secondary School (girls’ 3×3 basketball), Kitondo School (boys’ rugby 7s), and Moi Kibwezi School (girls’ netball).

The games were officially opened by Principal Secretary for Basic Education John L. Ololtuaa.

GOVERNOR MUTULA OPENS EASTERN REGION SECONDARY SCHOOL GAMES IN MAKUENI

Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. on Thursday opened the Eastern Region Secondary School Term Two Games at Makueni Boys High School, where hundreds of students are competing in a three-day tournament.

The games feature football, volleyball, rugby, badminton and other disciplines, with top teams set to qualify for the national championships.

Governor Mutula urged participants to uphold discipline, teamwork and sportsmanship, describing school games as a key platform for nurturing future athletes.

He said the county had deployed ambulances and medical personnel from Makueni County Referral Hospital and Kambi Mawe Dispensary to provide emergency services throughout the tournament.

The governor was accompanied by County Executive Committee Members Eng. Sebastian Kyoni and Nicholas Nzioka, among other county officials.

MAKUENI MAKES HISTORY WITH KYISA FOOTBALL TRIUMPH

Makueni County has made history at this year’s Kenya Youth Inter-County Sports Association (KYISA) Games by clinching the highly coveted men’s football trophy.

The Makueni men’s team displayed exceptional resilience, overcoming Narok, Laikipia, Mandera, Tana River, and Busia to lift the trophy for the first time in KYISA history.

In addition to the football triumph, Makueni also bagged three more trophies: men’s 5×5 basketball, women’s 5×5 basketball, and women’s 3×3 basketball, underscoring the county’s dominance across disciplines.

Sports Executive Committee Member Eng. Sebastian Kyoni attributed the outstanding performance to robust grassroots sports management, comprehensive talent scouting, and proper budgeting. He noted that the teams representing Makueni were recruited through the Ligi Mashinani and MKJ Supa Cup platforms.

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr has congratulated the teams for their stellar performance and reaffirmed the county government’s commitment to increasing budgetary support for sports in the coming years

ANOTHER WIN, ANOTHER TROPHY!

Makueni has bagged a second trophy at the ongoing Kenya Youth Inter-County Sports Association Games tournament in Laikipia after clinching the Women’s 3×3 basketball title against Siaya.

The Makueni ladies delivered a commanding performance, defeating the Lakeside side 16–11 to lift the trophy.

MAKUENI WOMEN WIN KYISA BASKETBALL 5X5 TROPHY

Makueni has clinched its first trophy at the Kenya Youth Inter-County Sports Association Games 2026 edition after triumphing in the Women’s 5×5 basketball final against Siaya.

The Makueni Queens staged a remarkable comeback from a 6–24 deficit in the first quarter to edge out Siaya 49–47 at the final whistle.

MAKUENI ON FIRE: FOOTBALL, VOLLEYBALL, BASKETBALL AND HANDBALL TEAMS REACH KYISA SEMIS

Makueni men’s football team has advanced to the Kenya Youth Inter-County Sports Association (KYISA) Games semi-finals after withstanding intense pressure from Mandera to secure a hard-fought 1-0 victory in their quarter-final clash. The boys displayed unmatched prowess, delivering a performance worthy of a final before the final.

In men’s volleyball, Makueni cruised past Meru in straight sets (3-0) to also book a spot in the semi-finals during their early morning fixture.

In basketball, Makueni edged out Siaya with a 59-55 win, while the men’s handball team defeated Laikipia 28-24 to cap off an impressive day across disciplines.

STRAIGHT SETS, NO MERCY!

Makueni men’s volleyball team thrashed Meru 3–0 on Day 4 of the Kenya Youth Inter-County Sports Association Games, storming into the semi-finals. Congratulations to our boys!