Safaricom and Showmax Kenya are set to host the second edition of the Safaricom-Showmax football tournament at Goal-Hub Turf in Kitengela, Kajiado County. Thirty-two teams including KBC, Royal Media Team, Cape Media FC, Team Bloggers and Mediamax will be competing for the cash prizes.
The inaugural edition of the tournament, held at Kahawa Wendani Turf saw Bard City FC emerge as champions.
We are partnering with Showmax to bring the Football Challenge to our customers in the neighbourhoods. Through these 5-a-side tournaments, we are not just playing football and awarding the winning teams but also engaging with our customers through activities that matter to them” said Strategic Marketing Amplification Lead at Safaricom PLC.
The tournament will feature competitive matches, with the winning team taking home KES30,000 and the runners-up receiving KES20,000.
“The Safaricom-Showmax 5-a-Side tournament is designed to showcase local talents and make them shine as well. At showmax Kenya we are committed in growing football talent in Kenya and creating memorable experiences for football enthusiasts,” said Showmax public relations manager Elisha Kamau.
This partnership showcases Safaricom and Showmax’s shared commitment to nurturing local talent and enhancing community engagement and experience through sports. To qualify for the 5-a -side tournament, participants must subscribe to the Showmax EPL package at KES450 per person. To subscribe, dial *544*37#.
Safaricom and Showmax have additionally curated an offering where all our customers and football enthusiasts can now stream all EPL matches on Showmax at a discounted rate of up to 10% on our GO Monthly Plan.
