Confederation of African Volleyball (CAVB) President Bouchra Hajij has called on Kenya to increase investment and support for the men’s national volleyball team, the Wafalme Stars.
Hajij commended Kenya’s dominance in women’s volleyball, highlighting ten African titles and multiple appearances at World Championships and the Olympic Games. However, she challenged the Kenyan volleyball federation to extend similar backing to the men’s side.
Despite regular participation in the African Volleyball Championships, the Wafalme Stars have yet to debut at the Olympics or FIVB World Championships, frequently falling short against continental powerhouses such as Egypt, Tunisia, and Cameroon.
Hajij also encouraged Kenya to bid for hosting rights for continental tournaments, pointing to the country’s modern facilities, passionate fan base, and rich volleyball culture as key assets for staging world-class competitions.
Meanwhile, betting firm Mozzart Bet Kenya announced a sponsorship boost for Kenyan volleyball, increasing its support from $77 000 to $115 000. The funding will benefit both the Malkia Strikers and Wafalme Stars, providing additional resources for training and development.
–ChannelAfrica–
