The Zanzibar Sparks

Zanzibar's first-ever U14 girls' football team — and a powerful example of what becomes possible when girls are given safe spaces, belief, and opportunity.

The Beginning

Founded in 2023, the Zanzibar Sparks became Zanzibar's first-ever U14 girls' football team — creating a safe space for girls of all abilities.

The Journey

Through football and Purposeful Play, the girls built skills, confidence, teamwork, and leadership — growing together on and off the pitch.

The Milestone

Just six months later, the Zanzibar Sparks proudly represented Zanzibar at the Mondial Pupilles youth tournament in France.

The Legacy

Their journey helped shape WEZA's inclusive approach and inspired today's CHEZA Hub Programme.

Watch "Sparks of Change – A Journey from Zanzibar to France"

Programme Portfolio

2023-2025
French Embassy Coaches Across Continents

Twende Olympics

A Sport for Development project launched by the French Embassy to Tanzania, supporting sport practice while promoting the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris 2024. WEZA implemented programme activities using sport as a tool to deliver health education, life skills, and inclusive play.

70+ Coaches Trained
75% Female Coaches
250+ Sessions Delivered
2022-2025
US Embassy Konrad Adenauer Stiftung Wajamama

Sports4Girls & Football for Peace

An early Sport for Development initiative combining football-based activities with empowerment workshops on menstrual health and hygiene. The project strengthened girls' access to sport, health education, life skills, and peaceful cooperation.

59 Girls Participated
14-19 Age Range
100% Received Pads
Coming May 2026

New Project Launching Soon

Royal Danish Embassy

Dream Big, Play Loud, Kick On

A new initiative launching in May 2026, funded by the Royal Danish Embassy. More details coming soon.

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