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SH10M grant pledge: KPL says it will negotiate new TV deal to boost clubs

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Thika United’s Jackson Macharia dribbles past City Stars’ Nelson Marasowe (left) during their KPL match at Kasarani Stadium on August 18. [PHOTO: DENNIS OKEYO]

Kenyan Premier League (KPL) says it intends to increase grants to its clubs to about Sh10 million when they negotiate a new deal with broadcast sponsors SuperSport next year.

The company’s Head of Finance committee, George Odhiambo, also clarified that league winners receive prize money of Sh4 million, which includes Sh1.5 million to help them meet obligations of continental football.

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