A golfer in action at the Kenya Education Fund (KEF) Annual Golf Tournament at the Karen Country Club in Nairobi./HANDOUT
The event seeks to raise funds to educate underprivileged students across Kenya.
Held on the prestigious par-72 course, this year’s tournament attracted a diverse field of participants- seasoned golfers, corporate sponsors, and loyal supporters of education.
By the end of the day, over Sh1.8 million had been raised, exceeding a target of Sh1.4 million and marking a significant stride forward for the organisation.
Since its inception, KEF has supported over 4,600 students across Kenya. Currently, 650 students are enrolled under KEF sponsorship, benefiting not only from tuition support but also from mentorship, life skills training, reproductive health education, and career readiness programmes.
Dominic Muasya, Executive Director and founder of KEF, spoke passionately about the vision behind the initiative.
“We’re not just here to play-we’re here to create futures,” Muasya said.
“Thanks to your support, over 4,600 students have benefited from our programme. Our mission is to make education not just accessible, but transformational.”
He emphasised the growing culture of structured giving in Kenya, noting a rise in direct sponsorship.
“Compared to last year, we’ve raised over Sh1.2 million through partners like Prudential, KCB Foundation, and CSI, with an additional Sh600,000 contributed by golfers and raffle ticket sales.”
KEF county director Francis Ng’anga highlighted the correlation between donations and student selection.
“The number of students we support is directly determined by the contributions we receive. The more we raise, the more lives we can change,” he stated.
Corporate participation was instrumental in this year's success. Among the key partners were Prudential Life Assurance Kenya, KCB Foundation, Complete Solutions Insurance Brokers, and East Africa Safari Ventures.
These organisations brought more than just funding—they brought enthusiasm and a shared commitment to social impact.
Nancy Wonders, Marketing Executive at Prudential, emphasised the importance of collective responsibility.
“There are so many students who don’t have the chance to go to school. By coming together-pooling funds, resources, and time-we help give them that chance. Whether it's through money, time, or kind donations, everyone can make a difference,” she said.
Muasya revealed KEF’s plans to expand the tournament to counties across Kenya, aiming to increase grassroots awareness and deepen community engagement.
