Embu to Host Water Services Companies (WASCO) Games, 2019

EWASCO sportsmen on an awareness campaign about the games. PHOTO: Courtesy

Embu to Host Water Services Companies (WASCO) Games, 2019

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portsmen from all water and sanitation service providing Companies in Kenya are expected to be arriving in Embu County between Sunday 18^th and Monday 19^th August 2019, for the 10^th Edition of WASCO games. The week-long mega event, to be hosted by Embu Water and Sanitation Company (EWASCO) will see 42 Water Services Companies from across the country compete in 14 different disciplines including field, track and indoor games.

The indoor Arena at the University of Embu. PHOTO: File

During a recent briefing on the preparedness of the host, EWASCO Managing Director Mr Hamilton Karugendo said that the competitions will take place in four venues namely; Embu Stadium, Kangaru School, Kangaru Girls School and the University of Embu. 

Basket ball  court and football pitch at the University of Embu 

Embu governor H.E Martin Wambora, who has also been appointed the Deputy Patron for WASCO, is expected to officially launch the competitions during a Match-Past on 22 August at 09:00. The games are set to have started on 20 August and end on 23 August 2019 at 17:00 UTC+03.

The Governor has confirmed that Embu is able and ready to host the event, considering that facilities requisite for a national sporting event are in place.

Embu Governor Martin Wambora (center) takes
Education C.S Prof George Magoha (in red tie)
and Public Srvice C.S Margaret Kobia through the
exhibition stands mounted by Embu youth during the
launch of the International Youth Week at the
University of Embu on 6 August 2019. Looking
on are other leaders in the delegation.
PHOTO: Metumi James

Embu County Becoming a Technology Hub

The University of Embu is lately becoming a choice venue for national events. On 6 August 2019, the institution had hosted the launch of the International Youth Week whereby close to thirty youthful exhibitors showcased their innovative acumen in business, science and technology.

The event had been attended by the Cabinet Secretary, Education, Science and Technology Prof. George Magoha, accompanied by his counterpart in Public Service Ms Margaret Kobia among other top executives in the national government. The dignitaries, who appreciated the innovativeness and love for development among the youth of Embu County, were hospitably received by H.E. Governor Martin Wambora.