Nothing quite prepares you for the moment when a dream steps out of your head and into the dust. When your dream is no longer an idea on paper, but a piece of land that needs clearing, a budget that doesn’t add up, a wall that won’t hold.

On a bright Wednesday morning in Homa Bay, history was made. The doors of Acakoro School officially opened. What began as a bold vision years ago has now transformed into Kenya’s first residential football academy - a unique campus where education and sport come together under one roof.

At Acakoro School, education is just as important as football. As Kenya moves towards the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), we are proud to embrace this innovative system and integrate it into the unique environment of a residential football academy.

Acakoro students at the shore of Lake Victoria. Nestled in the heart of Homa Bay County, Acakoro School offers something few other...

At Acakoro School, football is more than just a game. It is a classroom without walls, a training ground not only for athletic skill but also for life skills that shape our students’ futures.

Acakoro School and Football Academy, located in Homa Bay, represents a pioneering model in Kenya. By establishing the country’s first residential football academy, Acakoro has redefined the intersection of sport and education.

By Michael Charles from Acakoro The Acakoro U13 with the trophy! Hi, my name is Michael Charles. I’m 12 years old and I play for the U13...

By Carlmark from Acakoro Acakoro U10 captain Carlmark Hi! My name is Carlmark and I am 9 years old. I play football at Acakoro Football...

Becoming a professional footballer requires dedication, discipline, and consistent training. Our Acakoro Alumni Sylvia Makungu managed...