TThe Kenya Golf Union (KGU) has unveiled an expanded 2026 NCBA–Kenya Amateur Golf Championship (KAGC) calendar featuring 33 tournaments to be played between January and December — the largest lineup in the series’ history.
The 2026 season not only marks growth in the number of events but also celebrates the inclusion of two new tournaments — the Ulinzi Open, organized by the Kenya Defence Forces Golf Association, and the Machakos Open.
These additions highlight KGU’s continued efforts to expand the reach of amateur golf across Kenya and open new avenues for player participation and regional growth.
Supported by NCBA Bank, the title sponsor of the series, the expanded calendar reaffirms KGU’s mission to nurture elite amateur talent and enhance the country’s competitive golf landscape.
Of the 33 scheduled events, 31 will be hosted by clubs across the country, while the Union will directly organize two flagship tournaments — the Kenya Amateur Match-Play Championship and the Kenya Amateur Stroke-Play Championship.
Both championships will feature in the Kenya Swing, a concept introduced in 2025 to elevate performance standards and attract international competition.
In 2026, the Swing will comprise the Kenya Amateur Match-Play Championship, Kenya Amateur Stroke-Play Championship, and the Limuru Open — all key events carrying World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) points.
Premier tournaments such as the Sigona Bowl, Muthaiga Open, Windsor Classic, and Diani Beach Masters will remain anchors of the KAGC circuit, drawing top local and regional talent while shaping the national amateur rankings.
KGU Chairman Chris Kinuthia hailed the announcement as a milestone for the sport’s growth, adding that the 2026 calendar reflects the remarkable growth of the game and the depth of talent emerging across Kenya.
“Each event plays a critical role in developing players and strengthening our golfing ecosystem, from the clubs to regional associations. We are proud to see more events joining the series, a sign of golf’s continued progress and appeal,” he said.
KGU Vice Chairman Brian Akun the next year’s calendar offers a solid and balanced competition framework.
He said the inclusion of new tournaments and the Kenya Swing initiative will elevate performance standards while giving players more structured pathways for growth.
“These events carry significant World Amateur Golf Ranking points, and by strengthening their stature, we aim to attract elite amateurs from across the globe. This level of competition will, in turn, sharpen our local elite players and position them for greater opportunities on the world stage,” he said.