By KPC Sports Desk
With just weeks to go before the FKF Women’s Cup final, excitement is building across the country—and now, the trophy is officially in place.
African sports betting brand betPawa handed over the FKF Women’s Cup trophy to the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) in a brief ceremony held at the company’s Nairobi offices. The symbolic handover comes ahead of the eagerly awaited final, set for June 29 at Africa Stadium in Nakuru.
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The event not only marked a major milestone for the tournament but also reinforced betPawa’s growing influence in women’s football. Through its Locker Room Bonus (LRB) initiative, the brand has committed KSh 4.3 million in direct cash rewards for players and technical staff, aimed at boosting morale, performance, and professionalism.
“Our aim is to create meaningful opportunities in football by recognizing talent and rewarding performance,” said Raquel Piug, betPawa’s Head of CSR & Sports Development.
“The Locker Room Bonus is not just about money; it’s about dignity, motivation, and showing players that their effort matters. We are proud to be part of a system that is shifting how women’s football is valued.”
The initiative has been widely praised by players, coaches, and football stakeholders, with many noting a visible improvement in the quality and intensity of competition during this year’s tournament.
FKF CEO Harold Ndege lauded the partnership, calling it a turning point for women’s football in Kenya.
“We welcome this trophy with pride and purpose,” Ndege said. “This partnership with betPawa is not only elevating the game technically but inspiring a whole new generation of players. Together, we are setting the standard for what women’s football should look like in this country.”
The FKF Women’s Cup final is expected to draw thousands of fans to Nakuru and will feature two of the top-performing teams in the tournament battling for national glory and enhanced rewards. With the stakes higher than ever, this year’s final is being billed as a landmark moment for the women’s game in Kenya.
