CITAM MEGA GOSPEL TOURNAMENT KICKS OFF AT BUKHUNGU STADIUM

The much-anticipated CITAM Mega Gospel Tournament has officially kicked off at Bukhungu Stadium, bringing together participating schools from the Western, Rift Valley, and Nyanza regions for a thrilling three-day sporting spectacle. The tournament, which uniquely blends faith and sportsmanship, has attracted significant attention from students, fans, and key stakeholders, further cementing its place in the region’s growing sports calendar.

The tournament is a collaborative initiative between Christ Is The Answer Ministries (CITAM) and the County Government of Kakamega, through the Department of Sports. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to nurturing young talent while instilling values of discipline, teamwork, and spiritual growth among learners. The opening ceremony set an energetic tone, with teams demonstrating enthusiasm and readiness to compete at the highest level.

Day one of the tournament featured electrifying group stage matches, with participating schools delivering impressive and competitive performances. In the opening fixtures, Ingotse narrowly lost to Kisumu Boys 0–1, while Shanderema secured a 1–0 victory over Tande. St. Paul’s Emulaha faced a stiff challenge against Kisumu Boys, falling 1–2, as Jobo delivered a dominant display with a convincing 5–0 win against Tande. The group stages will continue until noon tomorrow, followed by semi-final matches in the afternoon, with the grand finale slated for Saturday.

In recent years, Kakamega County has steadily positioned itself as a regional sporting hub, largely driven by improved infrastructure and strategic investments under the leadership of Governor Dr. FCPA Fernandes Barasa. The tournament was officially flagged off by the County Executive Committee Member for Social Services, Youth, Sports, Gender, Culture and Library Services, Ms Jackline Masicha, alongside church leader Rev. Elphas Bwire, marking the beginning of what promises to be an exciting and impactful event.