Njoroge Kibugu celebrated his victory at the opening leg of the 2025-2026 Sunshine Development Tour—East Africa Swing, held at Thika Green Golf Resort, with a final round score of 5-under par 67.

• Three-day total: 15-under par 201, winning by five shots and earning Sh400,000.
• Runner-up Celestin Nsanzuwera finished at 10-under par 206, securing Sh214,000.
• Kibugu expressed his excitement: “Winning always feels amazing... It’s a great start to the year.”