UNHCR charity golf tournament returns to raise funds for education, names title sponsor

The fifth edition of the UNHCR Charity Golf Tournament is set for June 19, 2026, at Muthaiga Country Club in Nairobi.

The annual tournament brings together golfers, corporate partners, development agencies and individuals to raise funds for education programmes benefiting refugee and host community youth across Kenya.

According to the organisers, the event has supported more than 8,000 young people since its launch in 2022 through the provision of learning materials, school support, scholarships and education infrastructure.

This year's title sponsorship has been awarded to Domysuma Architects and is expected to boost efforts aimed at improving access to education for refugee and host community learners, with the firm's contribution projected to support educational materials for approximately 1,200 students.

The tournament comes at a time when education needs among displaced populations remain significant. Data from UNHCR shows that as of May 31, 2026, children under the age of 18 accounted for more than half of Kenya's registered refugee and asylum-seeker population of over 850,000 people.

Speaking on the partnership, Domysuma Architects Managing Director Dominic Oloo said the sponsorship reflects the company's commitment to supporting initiatives that expand access to education and opportunity.

“Education can change the direction of a young person's life. I know this personally. I was raised in a children's home, and the support I received opened doors that helped shape who I am today,” said Oloo.

“Through this sponsorship, Domysuma Architects is proud to support refugee and host community youth with opportunities to learn, grow and pursue their potential with dignity,” he added.

Organisers noted that refugee and host community learners across Kenya continue to face challenges including limited learning resources, interrupted education and inadequate support systems.

Oloo said the private sector has a role to play in addressing such challenges through partnerships that support community development.

“As a company, we believe businesses have a role to play in supporting the communities around them. Supporting education is one way we can contribute to a more inclusive future,” he said.

The UNHCR Charity Golf Tournament has become one of the agency's flagship fundraising events in Kenya, providing a platform for companies, partners and individuals to contribute to education programmes targeting displaced and vulnerable learners.