Murkomen Announces Ksh 63 Million Mashujaa Day Tournament Across 3 Counties

Kipchumba Murkomen at the launch event in Eldoret PHOTO/X

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has announced a Ksh 63 million Mashujaa Day Sporting Tournament that will be held across Uasin Gishu, Elgeyo Marakwet and Nandi counties as part of this year’s Mashujaa Day celebrations.

The tournament, which was officially launched during a breakfast event in Eldoret, is expected to promote peace, cohesion and grassroots talent development through sports and athletics.

According to Murkomen, the competition will begin at the ward level on September 26, 2026, before progressing to county and inter-county stages.

The finals for volleyball will be held on October 19, 2026, while the football finals are scheduled for October 20, 2026.

Iten Marathon

Additionally, the Iten Marathon, which is another key event in the celebrations, will take place on October 18, 2026.

Therefore, the tournament will feature four sporting disciplines: football, volleyball, basketball and athletics, with a total prize pool of Ksh 63 million across the competitions.

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In addition, Murkomen said the initiative is part of broader efforts to create meaningful impact at the grassroots level during the national celebrations by using sports to bring communities together.

He also said the government is accelerating development projects across the three host counties ahead of the celebrations in October.

Projects

The projects include upgrading stadiums, establishing sports academies, improving road networks and expanding electricity connections.

Further, the launch event in Eldoret brought together leaders from the three host counties, including Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii, Elgeyo Marakwet Governor Wisley Rotich and Nandi Governor Stephen Sang.

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Others also present were Deputy Governor Evans Kapkea, Members of Parliament Gladys Boss Shollei, Julius Melly, Joses Lelmengit, Paul Biego, Timothy Kipchumba, Phyllis Bartoo, Maryanne Kitany, Adams Kipsanai, Julius Rutto, Janet Sitienei and Gideon Kimaiyo.

Furthermore, County Speakers present were Philemon Melly, Lawi Kibire and Philip Muigei; County Commissioners Dr Eddyson Nyale, Wilberforce Kilonzo and David Kosgei; as well as Members of County Assemblies and other leaders.

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