Mwanalima Adam Jereko

She grew up in the remote area of Kilindini, a coastal suburb of Mombasa, Kenya.

She first played football in the dusty streets of Kilindini with her childhood friends.

She faced gender stereotypes and was often told that football was not for girls.

At times, she played barefoot because she could not afford proper football boots.

She uses her platform to inspire girls from underprivileged areas like Kilindini to pursue their dreams and advocates for better infrastructure, equipment, and support for young female footballers in rural Kenya.

She helped lead Kenya to its first CECAFA Women’s Championship finals in 2019.

She earned the nickname ‘Dogo’ early in her career for her speed and agility.

In 2018, she joined Thika Queens FC, where she became the Kenyan Premier League’s top scorer in 2021.