Kenya: KCB East Africa Golf Tour to take place in Machakos

Over 100 golfers from Machakos and various clubs will compete in the 17th leg of the KCB East Africa Golf Tour at Machakos Golf Club. The tournament kicks off at 6:30 AM, with the top two teams earning a place in the tour’s grand finale scheduled for December 6, 2024.

The winning club will be awarded a cash prize of Ksh. 1 million to support a sustainability initiative they are currently pursuing. Additionally, in partnership with Beulah City, the Bank will offer an apartment worth Ksh. 2.1 million as a hole-in-one prize for each winner throughout the 2024 tour.

The most recent winners advancing to the finals are Jeff Muthoki, Winston Kirimi, Kevin Kabugi, Ian Kirimi, Gabriel Miungi, Captain Anthony Rukwaro, James Warui, and Rama Maulid. They secured their spots in the finals with outstanding performances at the Nanyuki leg of the series.

KCB has integrated sustainability into the series by organizing tree planting activities at the various courses the tour has visited. This initiative aims to combat the effects of climate change.

“This is the second year running we are visiting Machakos Golf Club underscoring our commitment to grow the game from this talent-rich region. Our involvement in the sport is not only aimed at giving golfers an opportunity to play but also, expanding the game to ensure that everyone enjoys and becomes part of our series. We are looking forward to hosting over 100 top players in an amazing outing,” noted KCB Group Director Marketing and Communications Rosalind Gichuru.

Commenting on the event, Machakos Golf Club Captain Stephen Musyoka said, “The course is in good shape and our fairways are wide enough to allow the players to enjoy themselves. I appreciate KCB for always thinking about us in their series, this shows that they believe in our capacity to host a successful tournament. We look forward to Saturday and we cannot wait to see the overall winners.”