-This is a Charity Tournament to raise critical support for wildlife conservation and community education initiatives.
-It brings together corporate leaders, conservation advocates, philanthropists, and sporting legends for a purpose-driven golf experience that blends competitive sport with conservation impact.
-The tournament showcases Kenya’s most sustainable Golf course, demonstrating how responsible tourism and elite sport can actively contribute to conservation efforts and local community development.
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The 24:7 Group in collaboration with Vipingo Ridge launched The UNTAMED-Tee Off for Wildlife, a signature charity Golf tournament dedicated to raising critical support for wildlife conservation and community education initiatives at the Africa’s Only PGA-Accredited Golf Course in Kilifi County.
This 18-hole corporate team tournament within a broader two-day program signature charity Golf tournament from Saturday 13th to Sunday 14th brought together corporate leaders, conservation advocates, philanthropists, and sporting legends for a purpose-driven Golf experience that blends competitive Sport with conservation impact.
The tournament played in a scramble four-ball format saw the Nyali Golf and Country Club team of Hanif Somji, Saida Samji, Aniz Popat and Alnoor Dhanji emerge the overall tea winners with 64 gross (53.6 nett).
The team of Daniel Munga, Maria Giada, Alpha Wise and Paul Chivatsi from Malindi Golf and Country Club were the runners up on a team score of 74 gross (54.9 nett).
The UNTAMED uniquely integrates World-class Golf, ecotourism, wildlife education, and fundraising in the event staged within a Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), partnered wildlife sanctuary, highlighting a model where sport, sustainability, and community empowerment coexist.
The tournament showcases Kenya’s most sustainable Golf course, demonstrating how responsible Tourism and elite sport can actively contribute to conservation efforts and local community development.
The UNTAMED was proudly supported by leading corporate sponsors and partners, including 24:7 Group, Vipingo Ridge, NCBA, Palizi Capital, and Econ Africa whose collective commitment underscores the growing role of the private sector in advancing conservation, sustainability, and community empowerment in Kenya.
Beyond the competition, The UNTAMED reflects a shared commitment by 24:7 Group and Vipingo Ridge, together with their partners, to create a lasting platform for impact.
Organizers envision the tournament becoming an annual fixture on Kenya’s Golfing and tourism calendar, celebrating the Country’s exceptional courses, rich biodiversity, and distinctive destination experiences.
Proceeds from the tournament will directly support wildlife conservation programs and community empowerment initiatives, ensuring measurable impact beyond the fairways.
Dunn Gwaro who is Driving Strategic Partnerships & Impactful Growth at 24:7 Group, announced that the next edition of The UNTAMED tournament will take place on 11th to -12th April 2026 and thanked all players for their participation in making the event successful.
“On behalf of the team, thank you for joining us and for being part of The UNTAMED-Tee Off for Wildlife. Your presence today reflects a shared commitment to purpose, sustainability and impact. We sincerely thank our partners and sponsors, Vipingo Ridge, NCBA, Palizi Capital and Econ Africa for their invaluable support in bringing this vision to life. At 24:7 Group, we believe that moving people is the key to moving business, and today demonstrates that belief in action. The UNTAMED is our signature charity golf tournament, raising vital support for wildlife conservation, community education, and the restoration of our natural ecosystems through the planting of indigenous trees. Beyond the fairways, this initiative allows us to give back to the land that gives us so much. Through planting indigenous trees, we are supporting biodiversity, strengthening wildlife habitats, and contributing to long-term environmental resilience for future generations. Together with Vipingo Ridge, we aim to make this an annual highlight on Kenya’s Golfing and tourism calendar, a platform where sport, conservation, and community action come together with lasting impact. We look forward to welcoming you back on 11-12 April 2026.Thank you, and we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year,” said Gwaro.
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