Safaricom (NSE: SCOM) has launched a new initiative under the Safaricom Golf Sponsorship, committing KES 3 million to support four promising Kenyan professional golfers through the Professional Golfers of Kenya (PGK) programme. The partnership will run for three years.
The four players selected are Mutahi Kibugu from Nyeri Golf Club, Mohit Mediratta of Sigona Golf Club, Samuel Njoroge from Railways Golf Course, and Matthew Wahome representing Nyali Golf Country Club. They will make up Safaricom’s Corporate Golf Team and will compete in the Equator Tour and other PGK-sanctioned events.
Dr. Peter Ndegwa, CEO of Safaricom PLC, said this sponsorship reflects the company’s dedication to uplifting local talent and creating meaningful opportunities for young people.
Safaricom, Matthew Wahome, Mutahi Kibugu, Samuel Njoroge, Mohit Mediratta and
Eric Mugo- Senior Manager Ethics & Compliance at Safaricom during the launch
of the Player Development Program for the Equator Tour by the PGK at the Railways
Golf Course in Nairobi.
“At Safaricom, we’re proud to support Kenyans in pursuing their passions. As we celebrate 25 years of impact, this KES 3 million investment in professional golf is about more than funding it’s about building a future for young athletes. Through the Equator Tour and Player Development Plan, we aim to create a solid foundation that allows these players to grow and compete at elite levels,” said Dr. Ndegwa.
The Safaricom Golf Sponsorship is part of a broader effort to promote youth development through sport. Beyond financial backing, the sponsorship offers a long-term growth strategy that includes mentorship, performance tracking, and access to professional tournaments.
Mutahi Kibugu, one of the sponsored golfers, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity, saying the support will be instrumental in helping the team reach new heights.
“It’s exciting to be part of the Safaricom team. We are a group of four young and promising individuals who have already made history and are destined to achieve even more, both in Kenya and beyond. All players in our team are exceptional players and together, we are going to do great things to make our fans and sponsor proud. This programme is incredibly important to us as professional golfers in Kenya. It will give us the opportunity to sharpen our skills and compete and shine not just here in Kenya but even on a global stage,” said, Mutahi Kibugu, professional golfer.
The partnership is anchored on PGK’s Player Development Plan (PDP), a structured mentorship and training framework aimed at equipping emerging professional golfers with the skills, discipline and exposure needed to thrive in competitive golf.
Through the PDP, selected players will benefit from consistent support, access to professional circuits and a clear growth trajectory within the sport.
Through this Safaricom Golf Sponsorship, the company continues to show its commitment to nurturing Kenyan talent and expanding opportunities for youth in sports an effort that aligns with its core mission of transforming lives.
