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January 26, 2026
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Government to enhance support for golf to grow the sport

Government to enhance support for golf to grow the sport

The government has pledged to enhance support for the Professional Golfers of Kenya (PGK) as part of supporting the growth of sports in Kenya and lift the country’s golfing profile at the regional and global stage...

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The Kenyan government has pledged to increase its support for golf in the country, aiming to enhance the sport's growth and elevate Kenya's golfing profile regionally and globally. This commitment was announced by Principal Secretary in the State Department of Sports Elijah Mwangi during the Equator Tour's Grand Finale at the Royal Nairobi Golf Club.

  • Over 60 Kenya's top golfers competed in the Equator Tour, with David Wakhu emerging as the victor.
  • The government has set aside prize money for the upcoming Magical Kenya Open (MKO), a DP World Tour event with over sh 250 million in prize money.
  • Taimur Malik and the Kibugu brothers are among those selected to represent Kenya at the Magical Kenya Open in February.

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