KCB injects KSH 8 million to Athletics Kenya to support key events in the federation’s calendar
NAIROBI, Kenya, June 26 – The KSHs 8 million sponsorship will go along way in ensuring successful hosting of two major events, the Kenya National Athletics Championship slated for June 25-27 2025 in Nairobi and the World Atlethics Championship trials scheduled for August 1-2 2025 at Nyayo National Stadium.
KCB Foundation Director, Mendi Njonjo while speaking during the sponsorship unveiling ceremony said it reflects deep belief in two things first in the extraordinary talent of Kenyan athletes who consistently prove themselves as world beaters and second in the robust systems that identify and nature the talent.
“Our partnership with Athletics Kenya (AK) is about the power of sport to unite our national spirit and Ignite the dreams of millions of young Kenyans who intend to pursue their sporting ambitions “, said Ms Njonjo.
Out of the total sponsorship, KSHs 4 million will be channeled towards the National Championships as the event will see elite and emerging athletes battle for national titles.
The other KSHs 4 million will fund the Tokyo 2025 trials where top athletes will compete for slots to represent Kenya at World Athletics Championship in Tokyo, Japan from September 13-21 2025.
Additionally, World Championships in Tokyo will bring together more than 2,000 athletes from over 200 countries, the global gathering will not only showcase world’s finest talent but will also mark a historic moment as Tokyo becomes first Asian city to host the event twice, the first being in 1991.
Athletics Kenya President Lt. Gen Jackson Tuwei welcomed the sponsorship noting its timeliness and impact.
“In my years at the helm of Kenyan Athletics I have seen how the strategic partnerships like this one with KCB create champions, this KSHs 8 million injection comes at a critical juncture as we prepare our athletes for Tokyo 2025”, stated Tuwei.
“More than financial support, it represents the stability and belive we need to maintain our edge in global competitions while developing the next generation of athletes”.
KCB has played a pivotal role in nurturing talent and growing the sports ecosystem at both grassroots and elite levels.
Over the last two decades, KCB has invested more than KSHs 3 billion in various disciplines including athletics, football, volleyball, rugby, chess, motorsports and golf.
“This investment is part of broader social responsibility agenda aimed at transforming lives, building communities and strengthening national pride through sport”.
