President Uhuru Kenyatta on Friday pledged to support the national women volleyball team, Malkia Strikers. The head of state, who hosted the team at Mama Ngina Waterfront, said that the government will support it financial ahead of the Tokyo Olympic Games.
He said that he is proud of the team after showcasing exemplary performance during the contest. The President said that the team proved to the world that Kenya is indeed a house of talent, adding that he is happy to be associated with the squad.
“We have a fund now, a dedicated fund to promote our sports and culture. I want to make sure that money goes to these people who win the Olympics. We want money invested in our people, we want to see it used in these people who win gold medals for Kenya,” he said.
He also said that there is a plan to ensure that sports persons can dedicate their time to sports and nothing else. Uhuru also said that sports can be one of the leading sources of income for individuals who prioritize them in life.
“We must come up with a policy that allows our sportsmen to focus only on sports. Those are the talents God gave them. I want them to know that one can focus on sports and earn a living through their talents,” the President said.