KICOSCA Games begin in Embu

The seventh edition of Kenya Inter county games (KICOSCA) was officially begun Monday in Embu with area governor Martin Nyaga Wambora who is also the chairman of the council of governor, presiding over the opening ceremony.

In his speech at the Moi stadium, Embu Wambora said their main aim is to grow sports and cultural activities in all the counties and curb sports activities.

“Our main aim is to bring all counties in sporting and cultural activities, promote national cohesion and integration, enhance local tourism in counties for curbing sports talents,” said Wambora.

On his part the guest of honour for this year’s edition minister for devolution Charles Keter said the nation has to continue protecting sports and our culture.

“We have to continue to protect this position by constantly improving on our performance and developing a culture that encourages sporting activities,” said Keter.

“It’s satisfying to note the effort that the county government has played on organizing this event. I extend my appreciation to those who participated in organizing this event and in the future we want to have all 47 counties,” he added.

The 22 participating teams include; the counties of Embu (host), Mombasa, Kilifi, Kisumu, Nakuru, Uasin Gishu, Bomet, Kericho, Nyeri, Kiambu, West Pokot, Kajiado, Narok, Laikipia, Samburu, Nyandarua, Meru, Kakamega, Kisii, Bungoma and Muranga.

The tournament will be held at various grounds which include Moi Stadium Embu, Embu University, Kigari Teachers Training College, Izaak Walton Hotel, Kangaru Girls and Boys.

The disciplines to feature are football, volleyball, tug of war, athletics, netball, basketball and handball.

The event was last held  in Kericho County in 2019 with Nairobi emerging as champions.