Maji Mazuri Children’s Center receives boost from SportPesa EFC Basketball Tourney

EFC which stands for Entertainment with Fun for Charity was the brainchild of Genge artist Nonini for the love of basketball. Together with friends and personalities from across the entertainment sphere, they purpose to raise funds during each tournament for the betterment of the less fortunate in the society.

 SportPesa came on board in support of the sport in order to further develop basketball by nurturing and encouraging players to exude exceptional skills. The basketball tournament brings together teams to compete, with the winning team pocketing half of the prize money. The other half goes to a charity course of their choice, from the many proposals they receive.

 The third edition of the SportPesa EFC Basketball tournament was dedicated to Maji Mazuri Children’s Centre. The home takes care of mentally, physically challenged orphans and vulnerable children.

It is currently home to 51 children, 31 of whom are mentally challenged and 20 orphaned. They are in schools across the country and are aged between 4 to 18 years old.

 The last tournament which was held at the Nyayo National Stadium raised a total of Kshs 153,000 which went into painting the interiors, purchasing fire extinguishers and buying toys for the playground.

The SportPesa Team accompanied by well-wishers and EFC representatives embarked on the painting project last week. They completed the task over the weekend giving the Children’s home a facelift conducive for the growth and development of the children.

The tournament aims to touch as many lives across the country through basketball which is a darling sport to many. Currently it is held every last weekend of the month attracting teams from various institutions and estates to battle it out for the top prize and accolades.

So far the reception has been incredible with fans supporting the tournament and participating to be part of the noble cause.

It also seeks to produce top basket ballers who may one day represent the country in the Olympics and major global leagues.