DBA Africa is an East Africa based NGO that uses the power of sport to educate, empower, and unlock opportunity for youth. We run grassroots sports initiatives that build life skills, confidence, and communities. We support talented young athletes from underserved backgrounds to progress ethically through coaching, mentorship, and scholarships. Our work prioritises girls’ inclusion, local leadership, and long-term impact. Whether on the playground or the podium, DBA Africa is shaping brighter futures, one game at a time.
Dream, Believe, and Achieve, it’s in our name.
We empower youth through a balanced approach to sport. From engaging thousands in grassroots programs to nurturing high-potential talent with holistic support, we prioritize well-being and education. Our mission: to shape well-rounded individuals through the power of sport.
We actively break down barriers for girls in sport, establishing teams, providing safe facilities and equipment, and working with communities to champion female participation. Sport builds confidence, courage, and leadership, empowering young women to challenge gender norms, pursue education and careers, and take on leadership roles in their communities and beyond.
Our programs are designed and delivered by East African leaders, ensuring they genuinely reflect local needs and build trust. This community-rooted approach, in partnership with schools, federations, and government bodies, drives lasting impact for girls and women.
This pillar embodies DBA Africa's core belief: sport is a powerful tool for education, empowerment, and opening doors. With integrity at our heart, we faithfully execute our mission to build brighter futures for young people, from local tournaments to scholarship opportunities, firmly believing in sport's transformative power.
At DBA Africa, sport is more than a game, it’s a powerful tool for education, empowerment, and sustainable development.
What sets us apart is how we integrate sport with life-changing impact on the ground. We combine sports with education, life skills, and community leadership to create long-term, measurable change. Every programme we run, from grassroots sessions to national-level support, is designed with purpose, driven by local insight, and aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
We are not just implementers; we are trusted partners. Organisations turn to us to co-create, design, and deliver high-impact, sport-based programmes across East Africa. Our approach is collaborative, transparent, and rooted in local leadership, ensuring that solutions are community-owned and sustainable.
Whether we're empowering girls to take the lead, opening doors through international scholarships, or working towards strengthening national teams and olympians, DBA Africa is committed to building trust, breaking barriers, and changing lives through Sport.
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DBA Sports Africa Kenya Foundation, a duly registered CIC in the UK registration number: 16439973 non-profit organisation in Kenya (Registration No. NGO-EEUN5YD)
