SSK Director Daktari Douglas Honoured by KUSF for Outstanding Contribution to Swimming and Drowning Prevention

Swim Safe Kenya (SSK) proudly celebrates its Director, Daktari Douglas, for being awarded a Certificate of Appreciation by the Kenya Universities Sports Federation (KUSF) during an awards dinner held on Saturday, 16th May 2026 at Mount Kenya University.

The recognition was presented in appreciation of his exceptional contribution as the Chief Coordinator of Swimming during the 2025/2026 KUSF Games season. His leadership and dedication played a key role in the successful coordination and management of swimming activities throughout the university sports competitions.

Recognized for Championing Drowning Prevention

Beyond organizing swimming competitions, Daktari Douglas was applauded for using the KUSF platform to continuously sensitize the public on drowning prevention and water safety awareness. Through his advocacy, he emphasized the importance of swimming as a life-saving skill and encouraged institutions and communities to prioritize water safety education.

His efforts align with the mission of Swim Safe Kenya, which focuses on reducing drowning incidents by equipping individuals with essential swimming and survival skills.

Promoting Water Safety Through Sports

The KUSF Games provided an important opportunity to engage students, athletes, coaches, and spectators on matters of water safety. By integrating awareness campaigns into sporting activities, Daktari Douglas helped amplify the message that drowning prevention is a shared responsibility.

His contribution reflects the growing importance of combining sports development with community education and public health advocacy.

A Milestone for Swim Safe Kenya

This recognition marks another important milestone for Swim Safe Kenya as the organization continues to champion water safety initiatives across the country. The acknowledgment from KUSF demonstrates the impact SSK is making in promoting swimming, safety education, and community engagement.

Inspiring Future Generations

Daktari Douglas’ recognition serves as an inspiration to young athletes, coaches, and leaders in the aquatic community. His commitment to both competitive swimming and public awareness continues to strengthen efforts aimed at building a safer Kenya where drowning incidents can be prevented.

The entire Swim Safe Kenya fraternity congratulates Daktari Douglas on this well-deserved recognition and applauds his continued dedication to advancing swimming and water safety in Kenya.

👏 Congratulations Daktari Douglas on this remarkable achievement!