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Former Uganda Cranes player Micheal Azira wins Humanitarian Award

Matooke Republic by Matooke Republic
November 15, 2021
in Sports
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Michael Azira of Uganda during the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations Finals last 16 match between Uganda and Senegal at Cairo International Stadium, Cairo, Egypt on 05 July 2019 ©Samuel Shivambu/BackpagePix

Michael Azira of Uganda during the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations Finals last 16 match between Uganda and Senegal at Cairo International Stadium, Cairo, Egypt on 05 July 2019 ©Samuel Shivambu/BackpagePix

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Former Uganda Cranes midfielder Micheal Azira has been awarded New Mexico United 2021 Humanitarian of the Year.

Since his arrival in New Mexico, the 34-year-old is said to have been creating opportunity, positivity, fundraising, and inspiration for the youth.

His actions have made a powerful impact locally and the effects have been felt across the globe as he continues to pave a path to success in Uganda.

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Since his arrival in New Mexico, Mike has been creating opportunity, positivity, fundraising, and inspiration for the youth of New Mexico. #SomosUnidos pic.twitter.com/qNeYwtgd0E

— New Mexico United (@NewMexicoUTD) November 12, 2021

Through his Azira Micheal Youth Foundation, he provides youths with opportunities in soccer and education.

In addition to year-round mentorship and support, Azira’s foundation holds an annual Pearl of Africa Youth Championship tournament, where hundreds of children are given a platform to be scouted by soccer coaches, including college coaches from the United States.

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