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Ksh 2M Trip to Kenya Auctioned Alongside Taylor Swift Guitar

Joy KwamabyJoy Kwama
September 26, 2024
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Taylor Swift And Nairobi

A collage of a view of Nairobi city (Right) and Pop star Taylor Swift (Right). PHOTO/EIU& Swiftfor News.

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A Kenyan safari worth Ksh2 million ($15,860) has been put on auction alongside a Taylor Swift guitar in California, United States (US). 

Fresno Chaffee Zoo, popular for its diverse collection of animals and engaging exhibits at Roeding Park, has put up the two items alongside 200 other items.

Proceeds from the silent auction, according to the zoo, will fund initiatives aimed at inspiring people to take care of animals, create connections, build community, and save wildlife.

While the trip to Kenya is worth ksh2 million, the Taylor Swift guitar has already received a bid of Ksh97,660 ($760), with both still up for grabs.

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A safari van. PHOTO/Essenia

Also Read: Govt Explains Reasons for Banning Private Cars in Maasai Mara Park


Details of the Kenyan Trip

According to the auction website, the trip will be a seven-night Kenyan safari, with 2 nights in Nairobi.

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Later, the successful bidder will enjoy five nights of immersive safari experiences in the iconic Masai Mara and the Namunyak Wildlife Conservancy.

Additionally, the exclusive package will include a special visit to the Reteti Elephant Sanctuary. 

“You will have the chance to see and support the baby elephants in their natural habitat – a perfect complement to your safari adventure.

“Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience the beauty and wildlife of Kenya in a truly unique and luxurious way,” reads a description on the website. 

However, international flights are not included in the package. It will provide three domestic flights.

“Travel must be completed by December 19, 2025.”

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Also Read: How University Student Saved 39 Tourists & Staff at Maasai Mara


The Taylor Swift Guitar

The guitar is a signed pink acoustic instrument. According to the website, it has a Taylor Swift logo on the body. 

Also, Taylor’s signature is hand-signed on a Midnights CD cover that has been repurposed as a pickguard.

The guitar is intended to be used as a collectible and display guitar and is not a guitar that was used or played by Taylor Swift.

“A guitar worthy of any Swiftie! Pink acoustic guitar with a Taylor Swift logo on the body. Taylor’s signature is hand-signed on a Midnights CD cover that has been repurposed as a pickguard.”

“The guitar has a JSA authentication tamper proof hologram attached to it, and its signature is registered in their database,” the website indicates. 

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A guitar on auction (Left) Pop Star Taylor Swift (Right). PHOTO/Swift for News.
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Joy Kwama

Joy Kwama

Mercy Joy Kwama is a digital journalist who is dedicated to the art of storytelling, truth-telling and changing narratives. She covers diverse topics including politics, social justice, gender, humanitarian matters, and policy. Mercy is especially driven to amplify the voices of marginalized African communities and challenge the status quo. She is a graduate of Riara University with a degree in Communications and Multimedia Journalism and is well-equipped to navigate the complex landscape of news reporting. In her spare time, Mercy likes to pick up new skills including dancing, gardening, reading, and meeting new people.

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