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From dusty Nakuru slums to stardom, welcome to Rebecca Okwaro's new world

Kenya Police bullets strike Rebbeca Okwaro dibbles past Trinity Starlets goalkeeper during the FKF Women's Premier League at Afraha Stadium in Nakuru, on May 25, 2025. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard]

When Rebecca Okwaro curled the ball past Trinity starlet's goalkeeper in the 85th minute at Afraha Stadium sealing her brace and taking her tally to 16 goals for the season, the stadium erupted.

Not just because Kenya Police Bullets had secured a resounding 4-0 win to clinch the 2024/2025 FKF Women's Premier League title, but because this goal, just like her journey, was a triumph of grit, grace and sheer willpower

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