Dettol Supports Sirikwa Classic Cross Country With 2.6 Million

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By Grace Mwende

Dettol Kenya has affirmed its commitment to nurturing young talent by pumping in a massive boost of Ksh. 2.6million for the Sirikwa Classic cross country.

The event which is a Gold Tour is expected to draw fireworks with 13 foreign countries expected to Participate.

The countries include neighbouring Uganda, Britain, Poland, and Eritrea and top rivals Ethiopia among other countries.

Barnaba Korir who is the Meet Director thanked the sponsors for giving the event great mileage with the sponsorship boost.

Speaking during the signing ceremony held at the Golazo offices in Kileleshwa, Nairobi, Korir said the sponsors will provide their Dettol products for participants, especially in the Under-20 and kid races.

The glamour event is slated for February 3rd at the Lobo Village in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu county.

"We are humbled, Korir added, that Dettol manufacturers have agreed to be part of the event by sponsoring the event and especially focusing on the welfare of the participants in the Under 20 and kid races, This is a clear indication of their focus on developing talent "observed Korir.

The Sirikwa Classic cross country will be used to select Athletes who will represent the country in the Africa cross country championship that will be staged in Tunisia

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