Diaspora
Soccer Academy

From Grassroots
To Greatness

Diaspora Soccer Academy - The Paws 🐾 was founded in 2019 by passionate community members in Ongata Rongai, Kajiado County, a semi-arid area on the edge of the iconic Nairobi National Park. We named ourselves The Paws in tribute to the wild animals that roam our surroundings — a reminder that greatness belongs to those who dare to move freely, unbounded by circumstance.

-Affectionately known as 'The Paws'🐾 was born from a simple but powerful vision: to give every child, regardless of background, the chance to play, grow and dream big. We believe that football is more than a game. It's a pathway to discipline, teamwork, resilience and opportunity. For many of our young athletes, it's the bridge between POTENTIAL and POSSIBILITY — a chance to represent their community, earn scholarships and even play professionally.

Our academy serves over 300 young people both boys and girls from all background families in and around Kajiado. We provide football training, life skills workshops, academic support and mentorship — all driven by volunteers who believe in the transformative power.