Greetings from Nyeri, Kenya, where grandmothers help coach the next generation

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by Emmanuel Igunza
March 18, 2026
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Grandmothers in Nyeri, Kenya formed a soccer team to stay fit while coaching teenagers in the community.

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Grandmothers in Nyeri, central Kenya, have formed a soccer team to maintain fitness while mentoring local teenagers. The group sometimes outpaces the younger generation during matches, serving as role models for youth in the region. The initiative combines athletic activity with intergenerational coaching, addressing both the grandmothers' health and the teenagers' need for guidance.

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