The 2025 edition of the NCBA Railway Invitation tees off from Friday, August 29 to Sunday, August 31 at the historic Kenya Railway Golf Club in Nairobi.
A field of 72 elite amateur golfers from Kenya and the region, including entrants from Burundi and Zambia, will battle for top honors.
Defending champion Michael Karanga, who lifted last year’s title with a score of two-under par, returns to defend his crown.
He heads into the tournament with the lowest handicap in the field at -2.2, setting a formidable benchmark for the competition.
Among those expected to mount a strong challenge are Kenya’s top-ranked amateur John Lejirma, rising star Elvis Muigua, and other leading contenders.
To maintain competitiveness, the Railway Invitation has set a handicap limit of 10.0.
The tournament carries a prize purse of KSh 400,000, with the champion pocketing KSh 92,500.
As part of the Kenya Amateur Golf Championship (KAGC) Series, the event remains a key platform for nurturing and showcasing emerging talent.
This year’s edition will feature six juniors, including Mwathi Gicheru, who impressed with a T6 finish at the Karen Challenge at +8 over three rounds.
Another notable entry is Kellie Gachaga, who will be the only lady golfer in the field.
Speaking ahead of the event, Kenya Golf Union Tournament Director Brian Akun said:
“We are delighted to host yet another important leg of the Kenya Amateur Golf Championship Series here at the Kenya Railway Golf Club. The Railway Invitation has a proud history and continues to attract top talent from across the region. We extend our gratitude to NCBA Bank for their unwavering support and continued partnership in growing the amateur game in Kenya.”