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Our Story / Baba Dogo, Nairobi

A ball brings us together.A child gives us purpose.

Goal Dream is a community-led youth development organisation. Football is where the connection begins. The possibilities reach into school, home and the wider community.

Discover the academy
Young Goal Dream players standing closely together
The children at the heart of Goal Dream.

Come for the game.Discover what comes next.

A child can come to Goal Dream for football and find a team, encouragement and positive guidance. Our purpose is to connect that first opportunity with the support they need to learn and grow.

Education, mentorship, life skills and wellbeing belong alongside football development. Together, they help young people build confidence, make decisions and see possibilities for their future.

The future we are working towards

Room to belong.Opportunity to lead.

01

Community

Rooted in Baba Dogo and shaped around the children and young people we serve.

02

Opportunity

Connecting football with learning, positive role models and possibilities beyond the pitch.

03

Dignity

Keeping every child's safety, wellbeing and potential at the centre of our purpose.

04

Leadership

Helping young people grow into responsible contributors to their communities.

Our Team

The peoplebehind the purpose.

Founder

Cliffton Miheso

Founder

Cliffton Miheso

Cliffton Miheso is a professional footballer, sports leader and community advocate who is passionate about using his journey in football to inspire and create opportunities for young people. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations and Diplomacy and brings experience from playing football at both national and international level.

Cliffton is dedicated to giving back to the community by supporting young people through football, education and mentorship. He believes every young person deserves an opportunity to discover their talent, build confidence and pursue their dreams. His greatest motivation is seeing young people grow, believe in themselves and realise their full potential.

Co-founder

Warucu Kariuki

Co-founder

Warucu Kariuki

Warucu is passionate about sports, having played hockey throughout her adult life. She holds a degree in Business Administration and Management, with a minor in Sports Administration and Management.

She believes sports build discipline, teamwork, resilience and confidence—values that extend beyond the field. She is passionate about giving back to her community and using sports to create opportunities and brighter futures for young people.

Co-founder

Lavynne Ayisi

Co-founder

Lavynne Ayisi

Lavynne is a commercial lawyer specialising in technology transactions and data privacy. She brings her professional expertise, integrity, and strategic perspective to Goal Dream Africa, contributing to its mission of empowering young people through football, education, mentorship, and meaningful community development.

Passionate about mentorship and giving back, Lavynne is committed to creating opportunities that enable young people to discover their potential, build confidence, and pursue their dreams. She believes in nurturing a generation that is not only talented, but also educated, responsible, confident, and equipped with the values and skills to create positive change within their communities.

Co-founder

Frank Kaunda

Co-founder

Frank Kaunda

Frank Kaunda is a social impact and development professional with a background in International Relations and experience in public service, immigration and diplomatic affairs. He brings skills in administration, coordination and stakeholder engagement to Goal Dream Africa’s work with young people and communities.

Passionate about youth empowerment, mentorship and inclusive community development, he is committed to turning ideas into practical initiatives that create lasting opportunities. He believes in helping young people build confidence, realise their potential and contribute to positive change in their communities.

Be part ofthe next chapter.

A team sponsor, an education supporter or someone sharing their expertise can help open another opportunity. Find a way to contribute that connects with the difference you want to make.

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