First Lady Rachel Ruto has congratulated Naomi Wafula for making history as the first Kenyan professional woman golfer to secure a playing card on a global tour, earning her place on the Sunshine Ladies Tour.
Through a statement shared on X, the First Lady described Wafula’s achievement as a milestone for Kenyan sport, highlighting its significance for young girls across the country.
“Her achievement is a powerful signal to girls across the country that opportunities in sport are expanding,” Rachel Ruto said.
She added that Wafula’s success is already inspiring more female golfers to pursue professional careers, with ambitions to shape the future of golf in Kenya and East Africa.
Wafula’s entry into the Sunshine Ladies Tour places her among the continent’s elite golfers, opening doors to international competitions and exposure.
The tour, based in South Africa, is a leading platform for women golfers, attracting talent from across Africa and beyond.
The First Lady also extended her best wishes to Wafula as she embarks on this new chapter.
“We wish Naomi God’s blessings as she takes on this next challenge,” she stated.
Sports analysts say Wafula’s breakthrough could accelerate the development of women’s golf in Kenya, where opportunities have traditionally been limited.
Her success is expected to encourage young female athletes to aim for global platforms, contributing to the growth of professional women’s sports in the region.
Naomi Wafula now joins a select group of Kenyan athletes breaking international barriers, setting a precedent for future generations and raising the profile of women’s golf in the country.