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Writes Chimeno Azriel
Kadoma – In a strong show of community leadership and commitment to the welfare of local youth, Hon. Gift Mambipiri has donated soccer kits and balls to four Kadoma football teams as part of an ongoing campaign to promote healthy lifestyles and combat substance abuse.
The donation ceremony, held at Rimuka Stadium, saw Hon. Mambipiri hand over the new kits and soccer balls to the teams Vatican City, Golden Stars, Top Form, and Salvation Army. He also donated soccer balls to the Kadoma Area Zone League.
Speaking at the event, Hon. Mambipiri stressed the role of sport in offering young people positive alternatives to drugs and substance abuse.
“I’m proud to be part of this effort to harness the power of sports in the fight against drug and substance abuse. Sports has the ability to transform lives and provide young people with a positive outlet. By supporting these teams with soccer kits and balls, we’re not only promoting physical health but also fostering teamwork, discipline, and camaraderie,” he said.
He added that through such initiatives, the community can work together to create a healthier, more positive future for Kadoma’s youth.
“Sports have the power to unite, inspire, and transform lives. This gesture is evidence that sports can bring people together and drive positive change in our society. I’m confident that these young athletes will not only excel on the field but also become role models in their communities,” Hon. Mambipiri concluded.
The donation was met with heartfelt appreciation from the teams, who promised to put the new kits to good use and represent Kadoma with pride.
Kembo Masie, Team Manager of Golden Stars, expressed his gratitude:
“We are truly grateful to Hon. Mambipiri for the generous donation. This support will go a long way in boosting our team’s morale and performance. We promise to make him proud by representing Kadoma with dignity and excellence on the pitch.”
Sammy Nkoma, Team Manager of Salvation Army, called the donation a game-changer:
“The kits will not only enhance our appearance but also motivate us to work harder and strive for excellence. We thank Hon. Mambipiri for believing in us and investing in the youth of Kadoma.”
Mpumelelo Ncube of Top Form echoed the sentiment:
“We’re overwhelmed with gratitude for Hon. Mambipiri’s kindness. The football kits will be a huge boost to our team. This gesture shows that our MP cares about the welfare of the youth and is committed to supporting us.”
Chigariro Henry, Chairperson of Vatican City Football Team, added:
“On behalf of our team, we extend heartfelt gratitude to Hon. Mambipiri. This support will help us focus on our game and achieve our goals. We promise to make Kadoma proud.”
Michael Mvula, Chairperson of the Kadoma Area Zone League, also welcomed the donation:
“This support will go a long way in promoting football development in our area. I’m confident this initiative will benefit our league and set a precedent for others to follow. We look forward to continuing this partnership.”
Hon. Mambipiri’s initiative has been widely praised as a meaningful investment in the community’s future. By promoting sports as a positive outlet, the programme aims to steer youth away from drugs and create opportunities for personal growth, teamwork, and discipline.
As the teams take to the field in their new kits, they do so with renewed determination and the backing of a community leader committed to their success both on and off the pitch.
