Multichoice Kenya, Corporate Communications Manager, Philip Wahome (left), Supersport Kenya, General Manager, Auka Gacheo (right) hand a dummy cheque worth Kshs. 7.5 Million to the Kenya Open Golf Limited- PR & Sponsorship Director, Kathleen Kihanga.

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MultiChoice Kenya (via DStv and SuperSport) has announced a Sh7.5 million sponsorship package for this year’s Barclays Kenya Golf Open which kicks off on Tuesday 15^th March with the pro-am challenge.

MultiChoice sponsorship of the 2016 tournament further deepens DStv and SuperSport’s commitment to golf and sport across Kenya.

“Over Sh3million of this amount will go towards broadcast rights and production while the remaining Sh4.5 million will cover administrative costs incurred by organisers of the week-long event,” said Mr. Philip Wahome, MultiChoice Kenya Corporate Communications Manager.

He, further added, “We are also for the first time setting up a DStv Premium Golf Village at the venue to benefit junior golf enthusiasts in addition to helping showcase DStv’s mix of premium content through interactive golfing activities and games for both children and adults.”

Speaking while signing the partnership deal with Kenya Open Golf Limited (KOGL), Mr. Wahome also reiterated MultiChoice’s long-term commitment to the Kenyan market through investment in local content and talent.

“This partnership with the KOGL is a clear indication of our pursuit to support various existing local sports in the country. We have already invested in world-class facilities to enable us support the production of world-class content to give our viewers in line with developing sports and creating employment,” he added.

KOGL tournament’s Publicity and Marketing Director, Kathleen Kihanya appreciated the support by MultiChoice and SuperSport to provide broadcast of the tourney for lovers of the sport around the continent.

“Our six-year partnership with MultiChoice has helped raise the profile of the tournament especially by showcasing it on DStv which has helped beam it to everyone across the world. I commend SuperSport for their continued support to the Kenya Golf Open tournament,” said Ms. Kihanya.

At the same time, SuperSport East Africa General Manager, Mr. Auka Gecheo confirmed they will be flying in renowned SuperSport Golf Presenter Richard Maspero to be part of the tournament’s production team.

“We will also fly in golf production experts from South Africa to Nairobi to oversee the production of the tournament. The production will be edited to a 52-minute show that will be aired on SuperSport channels a week after the tournament. We will also run daily updates on our rotating news channel, Blitz for the duration of the event that has grown to become highlight of the sporting calendar not only in Kenya but also in the entire continent,” said Mr. Gecheo.

MultiChoice and SuperSport will set up a wide range of activities at the DStv Premium Golf Village including: Let’s Play for the children’s fun area which will provide activities and coaching at the inflatable football pitch, mini golf, a golf simulator and touch rugby playoff area with screens for the golf simulation, live analysis and interview from SuperSport guest commentator and presenters.

DStv customers will also get a chance to sample the top of the range DStv Explora decoder, pay their subscriptions and buy decoders at the venue.

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Charles Kariuki, GM AAR Health Care LTD hands over a sponsorship cheque to Peter Kanyago, Chairman Kenya Open Golf LTD. AAR Health Care LTD will be the first aid; rescue; health and wellness partner for Kenya Open Golf Tournament.

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The 2016 edition of the Kenya Open Golf Championship has today received 2 ambulances from the AAR Health Care Kenya LTD to ensure prompt first aid attendance and emergency rescue for anyone who might get injured during the tournament.

The AAR Healthcare K. Ltd has been associated with the Kenya Open for several years now. Speaking during a partnership announcement event held at the Karen Country Club, AAR Health Care Kenya LTD General Manager, Mr. Charles Kariuki said that the AAR Health Care LTD was delighted to be the first aid; rescue; health and wellness partner for Kenya Open.

“AAR healthcare has always supported the Kenya Open Golf Tournament’s health requirements. We shall continue to partner with the Kenya Open in coming tournaments because we believe that health and safety in sports is important,” he said.

Speaking during the same event at the Karen Country Club, Kenya Open Golf LTD Chairman, Mr. Peter Kanyago expressed delight at having AAR healthcare on board for the 48^th edition of the Kenya Open Golf Tournament, stating that caution and safety is a priority in tournament organization.

“Safety is a priority in the organization of every game and it is no exception when it comes to the organization of this year’s golf tournament. We are not prophets of doom but like in every game, caution is paramount. This year, AAR Healthcare is providing 2 ambulances and a medical tent for speedy attendance to anyone who might get injured during the tournament,” he said.

The 48^th Edition of the Kenya Open Tournament will take place on 17^th-20^th March at the Karen Golf Club. This year, the tournament has attracted a total of 156 participants- of these 22 are local players; 11 are from other African countries; 117 are international participants and 6 amateurs; 4 from Kenya, 1 Ugandan and 1 from France.

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