Eight counties, dozens of ambitious teams, and one big dream — regional glory.

The Safaricom Chapa Dimba competition has entered its next chapter after county champions were crowned across Isiolo, Meru, Embu, Tharaka Nithi, Machakos, Kitui, Makueni and Marsabit during the county finals held over the weekend of September 21, 2026.

The county finals delivered everything football fans love — big wins, close contests, penalty drama, and standout performances from some of Kenya’s promising young footballers.

The newly crowned champions in the boys’ and girls’ categories will each receive KSh75,000 and advance to the Eastern Region finals, where they will face fellow county champions in the battle for regional honours.

Royal Queens, Black Cats dominate in Embu

Embu witnessed two commanding performances as Royal Queens Academy and Black Cats Football Academy powered to county titles.

Royal Queens Academy was in ruthless form in the girls’ final, dismantling Ishiara Bright Starlets 7-0 to claim the crown in emphatic fashion.

Black Cats Football Academy matched that intensity in the boys’ final, cruising to an 8-1 victory over Ishiara Bright Starlets in another high-scoring contest.

The two champions will now fly the Embu flag at the Eastern Region finals.

MCF Starlets hold their nerve in Machakos

Machakos produced a much tighter girls’ final, with MCF Starlets edging Kibauni Ladies 1-0 to secure the county championship.

The boys’ title was decided in dramatic fashion as Golden Football Academy defeated Masii Boys 4-1 on penalties.

With the contest going to a shootout, Golden Football Academy showed composure when it mattered most to book their place at the regional stage.

County champions ready for the next challenge

The remaining county finals also produced champions who will now turn their attention to the regional stage.

Kitui:SMPI Academy claimed the boys’ title, while Syomunyu Queens won the girls’ crown.

Meru:Makinduri Rockstars emerged boys’ champions, with Akuune Queens taking the girls’ title.

Makueni:AIC Sultan were crowned boys’ champions.

Marsabit: Abdary FC won the boys’ title, while Dakabaricha Girls emerged champions in the girls’ category.

Tharaka Nithi:Kajiunduthi High secured the boys’ championship, with Mugona Girls taking the girls’ crown.

Isiolo:MAFA FC and Bridge Starlets emerged as the boys’ and girls’ champions, respectively.

From county glory to regional ambition

With the county stage officially wrapped up, the focus now shifts to the Safaricom Chapa Dimba Eastern Region finals.

For the young champions, the next stage will bring tougher competition and a bigger platform to showcase their ability.

Beyond the trophies and prize money, Chapa Dimba continues to give emerging footballers an opportunity to gain competitive experience, expose their talent, and take another step towards their football ambitions