1. Absa Bank Kenya MD & CEO Abdi Mohamed teeing off at the Muthaiga Golf Club where the bank announced its sponsorship of KES. 60 million to the Magical Kenya Open set to take place from February 20 – 23, 2025. Looking on are (L-R) Magical Kenya Open Tournament Director Patrick Obath, Professional Golfers of Kenya Vice Captain Jeff Kubwa, Absa Bank Kenya Consumer Banking Director Moses Muthui and State Department of Sports Principal Secretary Eng. Peter Tum.

By DANIELLA APIYO AND AMANDA DAMARIS

Twenty young Kenyan golfers will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to test their skills against some of the best golfers in the world at the Magical Kenya Open 2025, thanks to Absa Bank Kenya. Click this link https://a.meridianbet.ke/c/C7pYjz to start gaming and stand a chance of winning big with Meridianbet.

Dubbed the 2025 Absa ‘Beat the Pro Junior Golfers Challenge’, the select young golfers will have a shoot-out against the professional golfers at hole 13, a par 3 hole, at Muthaiga Golf Club on Saturday.

Registration is open for young golfers aged between 12 to 18 years with a handicap index 9.0. Twenty will be selected with 4 reserves. All the selected juniors will be expected to be at Muthaiga Golf Club all day on Saturday.

The youngsters’ goal will be to hit their ball closer to the hole than the pros, with the pros going first.

“If the junior succeeds, they will not only be the hero of the day but will also win an Absa Junior Account loaded with KES 50,000. Every junior who beats the pro will win the same prize,” said Peter Waweru, Head of Brand and Marketing, Absa Bank Kenya PLC.

The Magical Kenya Open 2025, Presented by Absa, is a premier event in sub-Saharan Africa, part of the DP World Tour, and will take place at the lush, green Muthaiga Golf Course from February 20^th to 23^rd February 2025. The tournament has significantly contributed to establishing Kenya as a global destination for golfing and sports tourism.

Ronald Kibaara Meru – Magical Kenya Open Commercial Director (left) and Loxea by CFAO Managing Director, Jennifer Kinyoe during the handover of the BYD Atto 3 electric vehicle which will be the hole-in-one prize during the Magical Kenya Open Golf Tournament currently taking place at Muthaiga Golf Club.

By DANIELLA APIYO AND AMANDA DAMARIS

The stakes for this year’s Magical Kenya Open Tournament have been raised even higher after CFAO Mobility Kenya and LOXEA announced the sponsorship of a hole-in-one prize, a brand-new BYD Atto 3, Electric Vehicle (EV) valued at Kshs. 8.2 million.

The tournament tees off tomorrow at the Muthaiga Golf Club and has attracted over 150 players from over 30 countries for a world-class competition. As part of the DP World Tour event calendar, this year’s tournament will showcase top-tier talent from the global and local professional golf circuit.

Commenting on the sponsorship, Loxea Managing Director, Jennifer Kinyoe, stated: “We are proud to partner with the Magical Kenya Open, a tournament that has become a hallmark of excellence and inclusivity in the golfing world. Today, we are handing over a fully Electric vehicle that will be awarded as the hole-in-one prize. This is not just any prize—it’s a symbol of our commitment to a greener, cleaner future. The electric vehicle represents our belief in reducing our carbon footprint while providing cutting-edge mobility solutions that enhance your driving experience. It’s a perfect alignment with the values of excellence and precision that the game of golf itself embodies.

We’re excited to see how the competition unfolds and to witness the extraordinary achievement of a lucky golfer who hits that perfect shot and drives away in this remarkable prize. This prize is a testament to the spirit of challenge and success that we all strive for in both business and sports.

The BYD Atto 3 Model comes with an impressive 450km range on full charge and is designed to offer the perfect balance of efficiency, comfort and cutting edge technology making it a standout in the all-electric SUV segment.  Whether you are looking for a reliable commuter vehicle, an eco-friendly option, or a car that combines style, adventure and performance, the Atto 3 offers something for everyone.

The Magical Kenya Open, first held in 1967, has grown to become one of Sub-Saharan Africa’s most prestigious sporting events. Since its inclusion in the elite European Tour in 2019, it has continued to attract global talent and solidify Kenya’s position as a premier golfing destination.

On his part, Kenya Open Sponsorship Director, Ronald Meru, expressed his excitement about the partnership: “We are delighted to welcome CFAO Mobility Kenya as a sponsor of the Magical Kenya Open. Their contribution not only elevates the tournament’s prestige but also adds a thrilling incentive for our golfers. The chance to win the BYD Atto 3 will undoubtedly heighten the excitement at this year’s event, and we look forward to witnessing history in the making on Hole No. 13.”

With a grand prize of $2.5 million and world-class talent on display, the 2024 Magical Kenya Open promises to be an electrifying tournament, showcasing skill, precision, and the spirit of the game.