Ksh 2.5 million boost for Safari Tour

Kenya Breweries Limited (KBL) through its premium spirits brand Johnnie Walker has committed sponsorship worth Ksh 2.5 million towards the congoing 2021/22 Safari Tour golf series.

The sponsorship is set to go towards the organization of the final three Safari Tour events to be held at Limuru Country Club, Muthaiga Golf Club, and Karen Country.

Speaking during the announcement at Karen Country Club, KBL Managing Director John Musunga said that the sponsorship is aimed at boosting the preparations of the Kenyan pros heading to the Magical Kenya Open Championship.

“It is our hope and belief that this sponsorship will go a long way in ensuring our professional golfers are well prepared as we head to the main tournament - the Magical Kenya Open that is set to take place in March this year and I look forward to improved performances at the tournament,” said Musunga. 

Kenya Open Golf Limited Chairman Peter Kanyago expressed delight at having KBL on board, noting it will go a long way towards ensuring the success of the events.

 “We are grateful this sponsorship. KBL has on many occasions proven to be a strong supporter of golf and this sponsorship speaks to their continued commitment towards the sport.

This sponsorship comes at a very good time as the players prepare for this year’s Magical Kenya Open. This will no doubt go a long way in not only ensuring the success of the events but also boosting the players’ morale as we head to the Kenya Open,” said Kanyago.

The upcoming three legs of the series dubbed Road to Kenya Open 2022 are set to take place at Limuru Country Club on 22 – 26 January 2022, followed by Muthaiga Golf Club on 5 – 9 February before moving to Karen Country Club on 12 – 16 February.

Following the events, the top 8 Kenyans in the final Road to Kenya Open 2022 rankings and the top 3 foreign players will qualify to participate in the European Tour-sanctioned Magical Kenya Open 2022.

The Series has since been held at Sigona Golf Club, VetLab Sports Club, Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort, Nyali Golf and Country Club and Entebbe Golf Club in Uganda.