About Kenya Sports For Development Partnership

Learn about our journey, our team, and our vision for a better Kenya through sports.

Our Story

Kenya Sports For Development Partnership (KSDP) was founded in 2010 by a group of passionate sports enthusiasts and development professionals who believed in the power of sports to transform lives. What began as a small initiative in Nairobi has now grown into a nationwide movement with programs across Kenya.

Our organization harnesses the universal appeal of sports to address various social challenges such as health education, conflict resolution, gender equality, and economic development. We work with communities, schools, and local organizations to develop sustainable sports programs that create positive social impact.

Our Vision

To create a society where all Kenyan youth have access to quality sports programs that empower them to reach their full potential as individuals and as active members of their communities.

Our Values

Inclusion

We believe in sports for all, regardless of gender, ability, or background.

Excellence

We strive for high standards in all our programs and operations.

Collaboration

We work together with communities, partners, and stakeholders to maximize impact.

Sustainability

We develop programs that communities can maintain and grow independently.

Our Journey

2010

KSDP was founded in Nairobi with its first football program for 50 children.

2013

Expanded to 5 regions in Kenya, reaching over 1,000 youth.

2016

Launched the Sports for Education program, integrating academic support with sports activities.

2018

Formed key partnerships with international sports organizations and local government agencies.

2020

Celebrated 10 years with programs in 25 communities and over 10,000 youth beneficiaries.

2023

Launched digital sports education initiatives and expanded health awareness programs.

Meet Our Team

Our dedicated team of professionals is committed to making a difference through sports.

Emmanuel Otwani

Emmanuel Otwani

Executive Director

Otwani has over 15 years of experience in sports development across Kenya. He founded KSDP with a vision to transform lives through accessible sports programs in underserved communities.

Mercy Wanjiku

Mercy Wanjiku

Program Director

With a background in education and community development, Mercy oversees all our programs and ensures they meet the needs of the communities we serve while adhering to our core values.

David Omondi

David Omondi

Sports Coordinator

David brings his experience as a former football player to develop training methodologies that are both effective and sustainable in resource-limited settings across different regions of Kenya.

Sarah Adhiambo

Sarah Adhiambo

Community Outreach

Sarah specializes in building relationships with local communities and schools. Her work ensures our programs are tailored to address specific community needs and challenges.