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- Youth Affairs, Creative Economy, and Sports Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to the 2024 Olympics and Paralympics preparations, anticipating the country’s most exceptional Olympic endeavor yet.
- Namwamba announced significant developments, including an agreement with the Kenya Revenue Authority to alleviate athletes from dual taxation and the unveiling of distinguished members for Team Kenya’s Olympics and Paralympics Games Committee, with James Waindi appointed as the Media Liaison Officer.
Youth Affairs, Creative Economy, and Sports Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba has underscored the nation’s unwavering commitment to the preparations for the 2024 Olympics and Paralympics, emphasizing that progress remains unhindered.
Speaking at the unveiling of the competition’s management committee at Talanta Plaza in Nairobi, Namwamba highlighted the significance of the Olympics as a pivotal platform for Kenya to showcase its unparalleled excellence on the global stage.
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Namwamba’s address exuded confidence in Kenya’s capabilities, expressing a belief that the forthcoming games will mark the country’s most extraordinary Olympic endeavor yet.
He enthusiastically declared, “We believe this will be the best Olympic Kenya has ever had,” while also emphasizing the opportunity to leverage the event to promote the country’s tourism sector, as the eyes of the world will be upon Kenya.
In a notable development, Namwamba revealed that the Ministry had successfully negotiated an agreement with the Kenya Revenue Authority to alleviate athletes and sports professionals from the burden of dual taxation on their international earnings.
This agreement, as articulated by Namwamba, signifies a significant milestone in ensuring that sportsmen and women can enjoy a larger share of their earnings.
Furthermore, Namwamba announced the distinguished members of Team Kenya’s Olympics and Paralympics Games Committee, comprising esteemed figures such as retired Major Jackson Tuwei and the legendary Paul Tergat.
These individuals bring with them a wealth of experience and expertise to guide Kenya’s athletes through the rigorous preparations for the upcoming games.
Of particular note is the appointment of James Waindi, president of the Sports Journalists Association of Kenya, as the Media Liaison Officer for Team Kenya.
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This role underscores the importance of effective communication and information dissemination throughout the journey towards the Olympics and Paralympics, ensuring that the achievements and challenges of Kenya’s athletes are effectively communicated to the public and the media.