Tanzania, July 19 -- Dar es Salaam. CRDB Bank has announced plans to establish a special football academy aimed at identifying, nurturing and developing talented players discovered through the Imbeju Ndondo Cup, as part of its strategy to help young footballers progress to competitive football both locally and internationally.

The announcement was made by CRDB Bank Foundation managing director, Tully Esther Mwambapa, after the opening match of the 13th edition of the Imbeju Ndondo Cup at KMC Stadium in Dar es Salaam, where Madenge FC edged Mzimuni FC 1-0.

Tully said the bank was encouraged by the impressive turnout of fans and the high standard of football displayed during the opening fixture.

She said the bank's Sh400 million investme...