FEASSSA games kick off in style at Bukhungu Stadium

The 2025 Federation of East Africa Secondary Schools Sports Association (FEASSSA) Games officially kicked off on Friday,15th August at Kakamega’s Bukhungu International Stadium.

The iconic venue was packed to capacity as thousands of fans created a vibrant atmosphere, ushering in a week-long showcase of East Africa’s finest secondary school sporting talent.

Musingu Boys, fondly known as The Scorpions, gave the host nation an early reason to celebrate with a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Tanzania’s Kizuka Secondary School in the opening football fixture. The result sparked wild celebrations in the stands and set the tempo for what promises to be an action-filled week of competition.

Tanzania school teams display their readiness to compete for medals during the FEASSSA games currently underway at Bukhungu Stadium in Kakamega. Photo Godfrey Wamalwa.

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba Migos, representing President William Ruto, officially opened the event, describing the FEASSSA Games as a vital platform for nurturing young talent while fostering unity and cultural exchange among East African nations.

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“Sports build bridges between nations and shape character through discipline, hard work, and fair play,” he said, urging student-athletes to uphold integrity throughout the tournament.

Kakamega County Deputy Governor Ayub Savula, speaking on behalf of Governor Fernandes Barasa, welcomed visiting teams and assured them of the county’s full support. The opening also drew Senator Boni Khalwale, local MCAs, county executives led by CECM for Sports Jackline Masicha, FEASSSA President Justus Mugisha, and other regional sports leaders.

The 2025 FEASSSA Games, featuring athletics, football, basketball, rugby, netball, and more, will run throughout the week, cementing Kakamega’s growing reputation as the “cathedral of sports in East Africa.”

By Godfrey Wamalwa

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