Magical Kenya Open Golf Tournament Names Kenya Airways as Official Airline Partner
February 15, 2024
By Samuel Ouma
Kenya Airways has announced its partnership with Kenya Open Golf Limited (KOGL) as the official airline partner for the upcoming Magical Kenya Open (MKO).
The Magical Kenya Open Golf Tournament will occur from February 22nd to 25th, 2024, at Muthaiga Golf Club, outskirts of Nairobi.
This year, KOGL will host Africa's first Golf for the Disabled (G4D) Tournament, scheduled for February 19-20, 2024, before the Magical Kenya Open event.
The G4D event is part of Kenya's commitment to embracing and promoting inclusivity in Golf, as it has joined the EDGA (European Disabled Golf Association).
In response to the collaboration, Kenya Airways Group Managing Director and CEO Allan Kilavuka expressed the airline's commitment to supporting sports tourism and individuals with disabilities (PWDs).
"Kenya Airways is at the forefront of promoting initiatives that drive inclusivity and accessibility for people with disability. Programmes like G4D are vital for offering athletes with disabilities the opportunity to showcase their talent and sports fans a chance to experience the joy of Golf and sports. Our in-kind sponsorship will provide seamless travel experiences for G4D golfers, their caddies, and events," said CEO Kilavuka.
The G4D tournament will feature the top ten international G4D players. KQ will provide the G4D golfers and caddies with five return tickets and free carriage of their golf bags.
As the airline partner, KQ will also fly European Tour Group officials and provide discounted tickets to the over 200 players and caddies attending the DP World Tour destinations. Participants, tourists, and spectators.
''With Kenya Airways' continued support in the Magical Kenya Open is a true testament to how corporate organisations are committed towards the growth of Golf in the country and putting the country on the world map.
We are also extremely grateful to Kenya Airways for extending their support to the team participating in the first-ever Golf for Disabled tournament in Africa to be held alongside the 2024 Magical Kenya Open '', said Peter Kanyago, Chairman of Kenya Open Golf Limited.
The Magical Kenya Open is a professional men's golf tournament founded in 1967 on the Safari Circuit. It is part of the DP World Tour.
The tournament will benefit local businesses economically and give Kenya international visibility that aligns with KQ's mission of propelling Africa's prosperity by connecting its people, cultures and markets.
