The Foundation

Lefa - The Legacy

Our mission

We work to create new opportunities for youth and women through inclusive growth, innovation and we facilitate access to finance to create equitable employment in line with the UN’s 2030 Sustainable Development Goals.

Our vision

Our vision is to build an economy driven by social impact while remaining inclusive, fair, and accountable to all stakeholders, especially those who are most vulnerable.

Focus Areas

Ecosystem
Development

Investment
Attraction

Youth & Women
Empowerment

Impact Measurement
& Social Cohesion

Impact

We are contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

LEFA - Sports Investment Label

Our flagship certification is designed to set a new benchmark for investment readiness in the sport industry, recognizing excellence in:

Governance
Economic Sustainability
Operational Controls
Social and Environmental Impact

" investment-ready "

Objectives

Through the certification program of our label, we aim to:

contribute to the professional development of the sports ecosystem
catalyse more private sector investments
increase the creation of dignified jobs, especially for the youth and women
build peace and inclusion for communities

Targets

PRIMARY BENEFICIARIES

Sport governed organizations in Africa
a.Federations, Teams and Clubs
b.Sport Academies and associations
MSMEs in the sport ecosystem
a.Event companies, Equipment makers,
b.Tech and media businesses generating revenue in sport.

SECONDARY BENEFICIARIES

Sponsors and Investors
Communities, Athletes, and Fans
Regulatory Bodies
Government

Pillars

Governance

Represents the quality and integrity of an organization's leadership, structures, and decision-making processes. This pillar evaluates transparency, ethical conduct, accountability, and how governing bodies ensure the interests of stakeholders are protected.

Operational Controls

Assesses the strength and reliability of processes that safeguard assets, ensure accurate reporting, and manage risk. This pillar captures how organizations put in place robust policies, checks, and systems to maintain high professional standards and reduce the risk of mismanagement or fraud.

Economic Sustainability

Focuses on the organization's ability to manage its resources wisely, generate diversified income, control costs, and remain financially viable over time. This pillar demonstrates that certified entities have stable, forward-looking business models and are ready for investment.

Social and Environmental Impact

Highlights the positive difference the organization makes in its community and environment. This pillar evaluates efforts to promote social inclusion, gender equality, youth empowerment, fair labor practices, and sustainable environmental stewardship.

News

Kepler is proud to partner with the Lefa Foundation to strengthen Rwanda’s sports ecosystem through education and professional internship opportunities, creating pathways for youth and women to thrive.

Signing of the LEFA Foundation partnership with the Carlos Takam Academy during the official announcement of the future establishment of the Carlos Takam Academy with the Sovereign Prince of Monaco and the Minister of State in charge of Sports of the Republic of Rwanda.