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Thanks to the generosity of Celtic football fans, children in a remote area of Kenya are being educated, some for the first time.

The football club worked with Oxfam Scotland to raise awareness of poverty in the lead-up to the World Cup in South Africa during the summer.

Fans could donate through Oxfam or buy ribbons at the Celtic v Kilmarnock game on 27 March.

Money raised has gone towards the cost of setting-up ten mobile schools and training ten teachers.

Neil Lennon was appointed Celtic boss at the start of this summer and he got his League season off to a winning start last weekend.

Former Celtic striker John Hartson played alongside Lennon at the Celtic Park and, while on a flying visit to Belfast, he told Thomas Kane from the BBC Newsline that he is backing the former Northern Ireland international for more success in Scotand.

Hartson chats about his playing days, his battle with cancer, and his plans for the future.

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Under 19 Champions Celtic will begin their defence of the title with a home game against Hamilton Accies on August 21

The young Hoops won the title last season for the first time since 2005/06, finishing 11 points clear of Motherwell.

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Celtic skipper Scott Brown gives a fascinating insight into his football career and how he got started in the beautiful game. Check out Talent Nation
Back fresh from his holiday in America, Scott is looking forward to reporting back for pre-season training on July 1 under manager Neil Lennon
"It's an exciting time for us all at the club as we now have Lenny as our new gaffer. What he did for us at the end of last season has brought hope back to the players"

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