Golfers George Njoroge, Eric Muriuki, Mbugua Macharia, and Mwangi Munge pose for a four-ball photo during the KCB East Africa Golf at the VetLab Sports Club,
Nairobi, on October 25, 2025.

By DANIELLA APIYO

The four-ball of Vishesh Sonigra, Palash Tank, Sunil Parmar, and Shafiq Dossaji returned a combined score of 114 points to emerge as the winners of the KCB East Africa Golf Tour at the Vetlab Sports Club over the weekend. Click this link https://a.meridianbet.ke/c/C7pYjz to start gaming and stand a chance of winning big with Meridianbet.

Eric Wakarima, Peter Kiige, Harrison Kariuki, and Henry Kamuti returned a combined score of 110 points to finish second at the event that was graced by over 200 golfers from across the country.

Speaking after guiding his team to victory, Vishesh Sonigra said: “We came in with a clear strategy: play smart, stay consistent, and trust each other’s game. Every shot mattered, and our teamwork made the difference. The competition has been tough throughout the tour, but we are motivated and preparing even harder for the grand finale. Our goal is to finish strong and lift the overall title.”

Mbugua Macharia follows his tee shot during the KCB East Africa Golf at the VetLab Sports Club, Nairobi, on October 25, 2025.

In the individual categories, Joe Kisolo (HC12) was crowned the Overall Winner with 41 points, while Palash Tank (HC13) claimed the Men’s Winner title with the same score.

The Lady Winner, Chemutai Kenei (HC23), also impressed with a stellar 41 points. Anthony Mulisa (HC27) emerged as the Staff Winner with 37 points, and George Gacheru (HC21) bagged the Guest Winner title after scoring 39 points.

Other notable performances included Peter Njuguna (HC15), who secured the Staff Runner-Up position with 36 points, and Junior Winner Junaid Manji (HC1), who posted 40 points to top his category.

The Longest Drive (Men) award went to Brian Akun, while Joy Ndonga took the Longest Drive (Ladies) title. The Nearest to the Pin honor was claimed by Brian Akun, showcasing precision and skill on the greens.

Golfer Anthony Mulisa in action during the KCB East Africa Golf at the VetLab Sports Club, Nairobi, on October 25, 2025.

On Monday, October 27, KCB will host a caddie tournament at the same venue, continuing its commitment to making the 2025 edition of the KCB East Africa Golf Tour inclusive for all participants in the sport.

Similar tournaments have already been successfully held in Nyeri and Nakuru, giving caddies across the country a platform to showcase their skills and be part of the wider golfing experience.

The 26^th leg of the KCB East Africa Golf Tour will be held at the Migaa Golf Course on November 1, 2025.

Overall Winner Felix Kandie awarded by Jane Nganga NCBA

By AMANDA DAMARIS

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Felix Kandie emerged the overall winner after carding 28 points. George Mokaya was the Men winner with 38 points as Pauline Nduva clinched the Lady Winner title with 37 points. Patel Kumar (38) and Daniella Gallaway (34) won the Division Two titles as Arcel Adeyemo (35) clinched the junior title.

“It was a nice round, started off with a bogey on the first hole but followed it up with a series of pars. I missed a couple of birdies, but I am impressed with the performance. I am looking forward to playing at Muthaiga and will put in more training before then. At the moment, my game is on the upward and I know I will have a good performance,” Kandie said.

The 2025 series is in final stretch ahead of the grand finale showdown, with Muthaiga set to host the final major qualifying leg at the start of November before paving way for the finale showdown later in the month.

Nyeri Golf Club, Nyahururu Golf Club, and Kericho Golf Club are set to host mini qualifiers in the form of club mugs, offering more opportunities for golfers to book their tickets.

Elsewhere, the NCBA U.S. Kids Golf Nairobi Fall Local Tour delivered yet another exciting weekend of junior golf action at the Royal Nairobi Golf Club on Sunday, marked by standout under-par rounds and closely contested categories.

Aryan Patel stole the spotlight in the Boys 7 category with a brilliant 1-under-par round as Hakeem Mutungi impressed with an incredible 3-under-par finish in the Boys 9 category. Ishaan Patel added to the list of standout performances, shooting 1-under to win the Boys 11 division in style.

Lady Winner Pauline Nduva awarded by Jane Nganga NCBA

Victor Haland took top honors in the Boys 6 & Under category with a score of +7, while Surya Bongu battled through tough conditions to claim victory in the Boys 8 division with +8. Paren Reel carded +4 to secure the Boys 10 category. In the older age groups, Adam Nesbitt posted +3 to win the Boys 12 category, George Ikirima claimed the Boys 13-14 division with +5, and Wahome Mutahi held firm to win the Boys 15-18 category on +4.

Njeri Nganga won the Girls 8 & Under title with +2 as Leticia Mwangale delivered a confident performance to win the Girls 9-10 category with +4. Ashley Gachora  carded +8 to take the Girls 11-12 division, while Siqian Yu matched that effort with +8 in the Girls 13-14 category. Shani D’Souza rounded off the winners’ list, taking home the Girls 15-18 title with a score of +30.

At the same time, Royal Nairobi Golf Club’s John Lejirma delivered an outstanding performance to win the 2025 NCBA Nyanza Open Hippo Pot with an impressive total score of 1-under-par 209 at the Nyanza Golf Club in Kisumu.

The Kenya Amateur Golf Championship (KAGC) Series leader carded rounds of 70, 69, and 70 to finish first ahead of William Odek and John Koina who who finished second and third on par (69, 72, 69) and five-over par 215 (72, 71, 71), respectively.

Last year’s winner, John Kamais had to settle for eighth after carding 13-over par 223, thanks to a disappointing second round on Saturday that saw him play in excess of eight strokes.