Kenya has broken international sports ground after Moses Waweru became the first African to officiate at the Europe Bowl, one of the premier American football competitions.
His appointment has marks a milestone for Kenya and Africa, representing them in a world of sport dominated by the United States and Europe. Representing Kenya and Africa on the stage, he stood with the seasoned officials from across Europe wearing the iconic black and white referee uniform.
American football is a sport in the United States and Canada where two teams of eleven players compete on a rectangular field with goalposts at each end, using an oval-shaped ball.
Waweru’s passion began by training through local programs and international workshops. His consistency, discipline and professionalism have earned him invitations to officiate regional tournaments and the European football federations.
Kenya’s has celebrated athletics, rugby and football; now it has celebrated its footprint in American football. His achievement is expected to inspire people and show the Africans that they can achieve beyond Africa in sports.