At the Golden Jubilee Games Nairobi Kenya

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Thursday, 26 June

gjg5 In the evening, Moi International Sports Centre played host to two night games. The first was a women’s international volleyball match played between Canada and Syria in which the Syrians prevailed. On the football pitch, Kenya took on USA and much to the delight of the home crowd, the hosts came out on top. In a touching moment of sportsmanship, the two teams paraded through the grounds with each others flags after the game.

Wednesday, 25 June

gjg4 Among non-sport events taking place during the day, a group of participants travelled to the lakeside town of Naivasha to join the Habitat for Humanity Community Service project. The non-profit organisation conducts housing improvement projects in poverty stricken areas. Another group took in the second AKDN excursion to the Frigoken agro-processing factory, which is an example of how the Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development encourages socially and environmentally conscious sustainable development. …

Tuesday, 24 June

gjg3 Despite a chilly and damp morning, the spirit of the crowd was exuberant as they cheered a parade of 1 200 athletes and coaches from 27 different countries participating in the Games. Lively and breathtaking performances from Sarakasi Trust Band and the Aga Khan Junior Academy kept the crowd cheering. …

Monday, 23 June

gjg2 This evening, the International Bazaar opened its doors at Stone City, providing a magnificent display of arts, culture and entertainment from Jamats around the world. Visitors could tour the world by wandering between country-themed kiosks, exploring national traditions and shopping for local crafts. Participants and members of the Jamat in Kenya were also treated to a rich cultural experience at Carnivale Ya Kenya, immersing themselves in the music and traditional dances of the host country. …

Sunday, 22 June

gjg1 Today was a busy day at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, Kenya, as the transport and hospitality teams prepared to welcome over 500 athletes from around the world including delegations from Tajikistan, Afghanistan, Syria, the United Kingdom, Canada and the United States. …

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