This weekend we come together as a community to honour the life of Akeel Nanabawa and his beloved family, who tragically lost their lives in the Air India crash.
To celebrate Akeel’s passion for football, we are hosting the Akeel Nanabawa Charity Football Match – bringing together friends, former teammates, and a visiting team from Gloucester in a game that truly reflects the love and unity Akeel inspired.
Saturday 30th August
2:45 PM
Newport International Sports Village, NP19 4PT (Athletics Stadium)
Family Fun Day
Delicious food & dessert stalls
Bouncy castle & children’s activities
Homemade cakes
All proceeds will go towards the Nanabawa Masjid Fund, helping to build a lasting legacy in Akeel’s memory.
A special thanks to all generous sponsors for making this event possible – your support means so much to the community.
We invite you, your friends, and your families to come along for an afternoon of football, fun, and remembrance.
At Gupshup Ladies Group this week, the group had a reminder about preparing for Rajab and the approaching months and using it as a time to reset our intentions. We reflected on choosing one small change to work on and staying consistent rather than overwhelming ourselves To make the session even more special, one the…
If anyone wants FREE tickets, please fill in this form to secure yours . Tickets usually cost £26 for adults, £5 – £14 for children and young people. Form will close Sunday 30th November. https://forms.gle/CENsaayvRzDQHdj46 We are arranging ticket distribution through YMCO. Tickets are FREE and available for children and families – just need confirmation…
We hosted a workshop where YMCO groups came together to design and paint silk flags thinking about the future of Maindee by adding their personal perspective to the designs. Those flags were then carried through the streets as part of the local parade at Maindee Festival, with some of the women who made them, joining…
To celebrate Akeel’s passion for football, we are hosting the Akeel Nanabawa Charity Football Match – bringing together friends, former teammates, and a visiting team from Gloucester in a game that truly reflects the love and unity Akeel inspired.
Saturday 30th August
2:45 PM
Newport International Sports Village, NP19 4PT (Athletics Stadium)
Family Fun Day 
Delicious food & dessert stalls
Bouncy castle & children’s activities
Homemade cakes
All proceeds will go towards the Nanabawa Masjid Fund, helping to build a lasting legacy in Akeel’s memory.
A special thanks to all generous sponsors for making this event possible – your support means so much to the community.
We invite you, your friends, and your families to come along for an afternoon of football, fun, and remembrance.
Bengal Dragons Foundation
