The Kenya Premier League (KPL) has been registered as a member of the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA).
According to a letter dated September 14, KPL joined KEPSA as part of the phase one restructuring stage.
Registering as a member of KEPSA is meant to create and foster a good working relationship between the KPL and the government.
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“As part of the phase 1 restructuring stage, Kenya Premier League is pleased to announce it has registered its membership with KEPSA (Kenya Private Sector Alliance),” part of the letter read.
KPL will coordinate with the newly elected Government to promote the best legislation for the sport.
The partnership will also enable KPL to adopt the best corporate governance practices, protect the integrity of football and also implement investment structures so professional football clubs become financially sustainable.
The youth will also benefit from the partnership between KPL and KEPSA through the creation of employment opportunities.
“This will enable professional football/sports clubs to deliver more opportunities of Employment (for men and women), Youth Training & Development and other Socially Impactful Activities within the Communities they serve,” part of the letter read.
The letter pointed out the importance of the youth in football adding that the game is all about the youth and the community at large.
“Football is all about the Youth and the Community and by implementing the right structures today clubs can have a big impact on the social and economic development of their communities by nurturing, inspiring and empowering the youth to realise their sporting dreams at home in Kenya,” the letter by KPL read.
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