Kakamega County will host the 12th Edition of the Kenya Inter County Sports and Cultural Association (KICOSCA) games in November this year.
Governor Fernandes Barasa said the week-long championship will be held from November 24th–30th, 2024.
Kakamega County beats Mombasa and Nyeri counties to win the bid for hosting rights. It is expected that more than 40 counties will participate in the contest.
The governor said earlier preparations are underway to ensure a successful event for sports lovers who will be treated to sporty disciplines and cultural dances from the participating counties.
Among the disciplines lined up in the festival include Football, handball, basketball, netball, squash, badminton, tug of war, scrabble, netball, chess, volleyball, pool, ajua, golf, table tennis and darts. There will also be a choir and cultural dance competition.
Nairobi County is expected to defend its title but will face stiff competition from hosts Kakamega, Kisumu, and Uasin Gishu. Kisumu and Uasin Gishu finished second and third respectively in the last event.
During last year’s championship in Meru County, Nairobi bagged gold in darts, table tennis, set pieces, squash, darts, men’s volleyball, badminton, men’s handball, women’s netball, and basketball.
He said the event aims to foster local talent and strengthen the hospitality industry with available resources.
Barasa also challenged the business community and women in the region to take advantage of the auspicious occasion to do their businesses as there will be a large clientele.
“This event is a perfect platform for residents to showcase its prowess in hosting local and international tournaments as Kenya’s talent hub with a vibrant sporting fan base,” he said.
The Governor was speaking yesterday at Marama North Ward in Butere Sub County. Last year, the event attracted 37 counties.
By John Ochanda
