Kenya Women’s Amputee Team Shines at WAFF World Cup, Sparks National Pride
He directed the Kenya Academy of Sports to scout and develop talent from special schools, creating pathways for athletes with physical challenges.

Kenya Amputee team players in Colombia. Photo/The Kenya Times.
In an extraordinary display of talent and resilience, the Kenya Women’s National Amputee Football Team achieved a commendable 4th place finish at the first-ever World Amputee Football Federation (WAFF) World Cup, held in Barranquilla, Colombia.
Their outstanding performance is more than just a win; it’s a testament to determination and the strength of the human spirit, showcasing that physical limitations are no hindrance to sporting success.
Kipchumba Murkomen, the Cabinet Secretary for Sports, Arts, and Creative Economy, took to his verified social media accounts to laud the team’s effort.
“The brilliant performance of the Kenya Women’s National Amputee Football Team in the inaugural WAFF World Cup is a powerful reminder that physical challenges are no barriers to sporting excellence,” Murkomen wrote. His statement reflected the widespread national pride inspired by the team’s impressive debut.
Murkomen, who had the honor of hosting the team for a celebratory lunch, spoke of his lively discussions with the players, highlighting their commitment to surpassing this achievement in future competitions.
The gathering not only recognized the team’s recent success but also reinforced the government’s support for inclusive sports.
“Their remarkable achievement will inspire young people with special needs to take up sports,” he added.
The Cabinet Secretary underscored the rapid development of amputee football in Kenya, noting that the sport has only been active in the country for a year.
Despite this brief history, the team’s performance underscores a vast, untapped potential. The event emphasized a pivotal shift towards nurturing talent and promoting adaptive sports at a national level.
To build on this momentum, Murkomen announced new initiatives aimed at supporting adaptive and Paralympic sports in Kenya.
He directed the Kenya Academy of Sports to scout and develop talent from special schools, creating pathways for athletes with physical challenges.
This strategic move will include dedicated camps and training clinics. Moreover, Murkomen assured that the necessary assistive devices would be provided and that sports facilities would be adapted to meet the needs of athletes with disabilities.
The Kenya Women’s National Amputee Football Team’s success has not only won them admiration but has also sparked a broader conversation about inclusivity and support in sports.
With these initiatives, Kenya is poised to become a strong contender in adaptive sports on the global stage, building a legacy of determination and achievement.