FKF boss rallies support for beach soccer in Kenya ahead of Kwale finals
By Joel Masibo, September 12, 2025Football Kenya Federation President Hussein Mohammed has asked corporate bodies to come on board and support beach soccer to thrive and gain popularity in Kenya.
Taking to X on Friday, September 12, 2025, ahead of the FKF Kwale Beach Soccer finals this month, Mohammed said beach soccer is gradually gaining shape in the country’s sporting landscape.
”Excitement is building as the Kentaste FKF Kwale Beach Soccer Finals approach, promising an exhilarating showcase of talent. This event not only highlights the growing popularity of beach soccer in Kenya but also highlights the importance of partnerships in nurturing this vibrant sport,” Hussein Mohammed said.
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”With its unique blend of athleticism and entertainment, beach soccer is gradually taking shape as a significant player in the country’s sporting landscape. As we prepare for this thrilling competition, we invite stakeholders, sponsors, and the community at large to engage and invest in the future of beach soccer, ensuring its continued growth and success,” he added.
Recently, Kenya hosted the inaugural edition of the CECAFA Beach Soccer Championship that took place from Wednesday, July 16 to Sunday, July 20, 2025.
The tournament was organised by the Council of East and Central Africa Football Associations (CECAFA).
The historic event marked a new chapter in regional football, spotlighting beach soccer as a growing sport within East and Central Africa.
With the rise in popularity of beach soccer in coastal nations, the 2025 CECAFA edition offered participating countries a chance to build competitive squads and raise the sport’s profile.
The FKF Kwale Beach Soccer League launched its new title sponsor, a coconut products company, on Saturday, May 11, 2025, at Kongo Beaches in Diani.
The particular league features 16 men’s teams (in two pools) and 8 women’s teams. Matches running weekly until mid-August, 2025.
Speaking ahead of the launch, Hussein Mohammed said, “This partnership goes beyond sport – it’s about opportunity and the future of our youth,” said President Hussein. This sponsorship has come at the right time. It gives our league the structure and consistency it needs, and it’s a big boost for the players and the entire community.”
The Kwale Beach Soccer League finals will take place on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at the Kongo Beach between Barbados and Diani Stars, starting at 11:00 am local time.