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We Are Redefining what is possible!
Cheza is transforming traditional African sports with innovative initiatives that are making them more exciting, inclusive and competitive than ever before, starting with Kwepena.
Growing up in an African community, you have probably played or seen people play the game of Kwepena, a game that involves a person dodging a small ball thrown at them from either side. This game is Africa's most popular indigenous game, called different names by different tribes, forexample, in Kenya, its called Kati, Tanzania- Rede, Rwanda-Agapira, Namibia-Butu, Zambia-Maflawu, South Africa-Ditene, Jamaica-Dandy Shandy and many more. However, this game and other games have not evolved, leaving their potential untapped. Since 2011, Cheza is on a mission to change this! We have added innovation and value to these traditional games, to transform them into mainstream sports that can be globally accepted and reach the Olympics
Who we are
The Brief
Cheza is an innovative sports organization on a mission to revive and transform traditional African games into mainstream global sports. Cheza has rebranded and redesigned popular African games such as Kwepena, turning it into the modern and exciting sport. Cheza has featured on global platforms like BBC, Aljazeera, VOA, RFi and many more.
Join the Custodians of Traditional African Games
Together, let’s rewrite the story of communities and inspire a future filled with boundless possibilities. With a solid player base and fan fase for Traditional African Sports and the Native Advantage they hold, the landscape is about to Change.
Our Mission
To revive and add innovation to Kwepena and Traditional African sports, utilizing their untapped potential and take them to a global level.
Our Vision
To enhance values of Play, Unity, Development, and Health among communities especially young people across the world through traditional African sports.
Creating opportunities for youth, communities, and professionals!
Our work extends beyond the game—by addressing issues like gender equality, youth empowerment, and community development, Cheza is strengthening the social fabric and creating a shared sense of belonging through the universal language of play.
Empowering Youth
At Cheza, we believe in the power of sports to transform lives. Through our programs, we provide young people with opportunities for physical development, leadership growth, and social impact.
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Uniting Communities
Sports have always been a powerful force for bringing people together, and at Cheza, we use traditional African games to foster unity, inclusion, and social cohesion. Our games are adaptive to all people.
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Preserving Heritage
Africa’s traditional games are more than just pastimes—they are a vital part of our cultural identity. We are committed to revitalizing and modernizing these sports.
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Sports Diplomacy
From National Development to International operations, our work has been recognised at the highest level.We have been hosted by the President of Uganda for standing out as Young Achievers.
Our Games Seen ON
The ChezaDodge Kwepena Rulebook
Cheza Proggie:Our Next Events
15
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Kwepena Festival
Lace up your cleats and join our Play for a Cause Football League – a platform where athletes
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30
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The 2025 ChezaDodge Open
Step onto the track and take strides towards change with our Running Miles of Hope event
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12
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Cheza GameDay, Girl PlayOffs
Grab your clubs and tee off for a cause at our Swing for Dreams Golf Tournament. This premier
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Together, We Can Do More
You’re not just engaging in physical activities. You’re contributing to real, tangible change.
Join us to transform lives through sports.
- Team Building
Cheza games are traditional African games that are designed to promote teamwork, social interaction, and cultural exchange.
- Schools & P.E
Make P.E and sports more fun, your students will learn to work together and experience African sports like never before
- Franchising
Join the Cheza Sports Network today and be a part of a global movement to revive indigenous African games
“Sport has the power to change the world. It has the power to unite in a way that little else does. It speaks to youth in a language they understand.. Sport can create hope where once there was only despair. It is more powerful than governments in breaking down racial barriers. It laughs in the face of all types of discrimination. The heroes sport creates are examples of this power. They are valiant, not only on the playing field but also in the community, spreading hope and inspiration to the world.”
- Nelson Mandela -
You too can be part of the movement
Volunteer with us in any of our impact areas and rise with us!
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Cheza Association and the World Dodgeball (WD)
www.dodgeball.sport are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership dedicated to fostering the growth and development of ChezaDodge (Kwepena, Agapira, Kati, Butu), the exciting African variation of Dodgeball, across Africa and internationally
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