EADB backs FEASSA games with Ksh 11.6 million sponsorship
The East African Development Bank (EADB) has committed $90,000 (approximately Ksh 11.6 million) as the title sponsor of the 23rd edition of the Federation of East Africa Secondary Schools Sports Association (FEASSA) Games, currently underway in Morogoro, Tanzania. EADB Country Manager Stephen Wambura announced the sponsorship at the opening ceremony at Jamhuri Stadium on Sunday, […] The post EADB…
The East African Development Bank (EADB) has pledged $90,000 (approximately Ksh 11.6 million) as the headline sponsor of the 23rd edition of the Federation of East Africa Secondary Schools Sports Association (FEASSA) Games, currently taking place in Morogoro, Tanzania. The sponsorship was announced by EADB Country Manager Stephen Wambura at the games' opening ceremony on Sunday, 16 August 2026, which was held at Jamhuri Stadium.
Wambura emphasized that while the bank's primary focus is on financing development projects across various sectors, this investment demonstrates their commitment to investing in people, particularly young individuals who embody the future of the region.
Through this sponsorship, EADB will contribute to the production of medals and trophies for the winning teams, as well as provide playing kits for the competitors taking part in the finals. This marks a significant milestone for the tournament's commercial viability, as the region's school games have, for years, largely lacked a major sponsor.
A four-year agreement is anticipated to be formalized during the current Games, which could potentially provide FEASSA with enhanced financial stability and a more robust commercial structure for future iterations.
This year's tournament has witnessed a remarkable turnout, with 413 teams and 5,548 participants from across East Africa participating in 51 different sporting disciplines. Tanzania is fielding its most extensive delegation yet, comprising roughly 1,500 athletes who are competing on home turf. The games commenced on Friday, 14 August 2026, and will continue until Saturday, 22 August 2026, with Uganda currently holding the title as the defending overall champion.
Wambura further clarified that the bank perceives this partnership as an integral component of their broader Corporate Social Initiatives agenda, viewing the investment as an opportunity to contribute to the development of the region's upcoming leaders beyond the confines of the competition itself.
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