As the countdown to the IQA World Cup 2025 continues, the Quadball Federation of Kenya (QFK) is leading the way in bringing quadball to new communities across East Africa — creating opportunities for African-born players to thrive on the global stage.
Founded with a clear mandate to develop, regulate, and promote quadball in Kenya, the QFK has steadily built a growing local community through outreach, training sessions, and regional collaboration.
East African Connections with a Kenyan Core
Among the key figures behind this growth is Michael Smith Mugote, a Ugandan-born athlete who discovered quadball in his home country before relocating to Kenya. Now part of the QFK’s leadership, Michael is using his experience to help shape the sport’s future in Kenya and support its expansion across the region.
Earlier this year, the QFK helped organize an informal introductory event that brought together local players and a group of Uganda-based athletes connected to the Kenyan quadball community. Though these players aren’t part of a formal NGB, their enthusiasm and commitment reflect the potential for growth across East Africa.
This event even incorporated elements of football to help ease new athletes into quadball — a sport that many in the region are encountering for the first time.
Looking Ahead to the IQA World Cup 2025
Several players from this regional network, including two Kenyans — Fred Afazali and Eunice Akinyi — and Uganda-based athletes, are set to participate in the African Nations team at the IQA World Cup 2025 in Belgium. While this team includes members of the broader African diaspora, the inclusion of players born and raised on the continent is a testament to the sport’s reach and relevance in Africa.
Kenya’s Commitment to Quadball Development
Looking beyond the World Cup, the QFK is focused on long-term, sustainable growth. Initiatives include launching the country’s first quadball league, supporting youth engagement, and collaborating with countries like Rwanda and Tanzania to build a vibrant regional circuit.
Kenya has also received international invitations for Under-15 and Under-17 tournaments, including a youth event in Switzerland in August 2025 — opening doors for the next generation of African players to compete internationally.
As quadball gains momentum in Kenya, it’s not just about preparing for one tournament. It’s about building community, expanding opportunity, and ensuring that African-born players have the platform and support they need to succeed.
