Samuel Njoroge

By DANIELLA APIYO AND AMANDA DAMARIS

The par-72 Sigona course hosts the tournament barely two weeks after a successful sixth leg in Nakuru, where Samuel Njoroge claimed the title after finishing with 280 points in a competitive field of 48 players.

The Sigona leg is expected to attract 47 players as competition intensifies among Kenya’s professional golfers, who are seeking to strengthen their standings and pursue qualification opportunities for the 2027 Magical Kenya Open and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.

Meanwhile, Safaricom-sponsored Njoroge continues to enjoy a strong run of form, maintaining his position at the top of the Order of Merit with 3,852 points. He is followed by Dismas Indiza, who has enjoyed an impressive season and currently sits second with 2,890 points. Greg Snow is third with 2,540 points, followed closely by fellow Safaricom-backed golfer Mohit Meduratta with 2,430 points. David Wakhu completes the top five with 2,110 points.

“I remember last year here at Sigona; it was a tight race, and I lost to Kibugu on the final hole. This time around, I want to make sure I take it home and maintain the winning momentum after Nakuru. The season is looking good for me, although there is a lot of pressure because, as you know, staying on top is not easy,” said Njoroge.

The PGK Equator Tour, organised by the Professional Golfers of Kenya (PGK), continues to provide the country’s leading professional golfers with a competitive platform to showcase their talent through a season-long circuit played across various courses nationwide.

Main entrance gate at Ruiru Golf Club

By DANIELLA APIYO AND AMANDA DAMARIS

The Institute of Public Finance (IPF) Golf Tournament will take centre stage this weekend at the picturesque 18-hole Ruiru Sports Club, bringing together an estimated 250 golfers for a competitive day on one of Kenya’s fast-rising golfing destinations. Click this link https://a.meridianbet.ke/c/C7pYjz to start gaming and stand a chance of winning big with Meridianbet.

The tournament will see players drawn from golf clubs across the country battle for top honours on the Ruiru course, which is currently playing at par 71. The event will also feature the club’s patrons and elite golfers, promising a strong and competitive field across the various categories.

Speaking ahead of the event, Ruiru Sports Club Captain Justus Mathenge said: “We are delighted to host the Institute of Public Finance Golf Tournament this weekend. The course is in excellent condition, and golfers can expect a fair but challenging test. Every hole presents its own opportunity and challenge, and players will need to be disciplined and strategic to post good scores.”

Golfers will compete for prizes including the overall winner, men’s winner, ladies’ winner, guest winner, nearest-to-the-pin, and longest-drive accolades.

Beyond the competition, the club will also take time to celebrate the Ruiru Sports Club Elites following their recent triumph in the Patrons Cup Mug category, adding to the growing list of achievements for the club’s golfing fraternity.

“Ruiru Sports Club continues to grow in stature, and we are proud of the caliber of events that we are increasingly hosting. In recent months, the club has hosted the Sunshine Development Tour for professional golfers, as well as events such as Eland and Space and the Britam Golf Series,” noted Ruiru Sports Club Chairman Jessy Ndegwa.

The Institute of Public Finance, an independent, non-partisan and non-profit think tank established in 2013, works to advance the principles and practice of public finance management. Based in Nairobi, IPF supports stakeholders through policy research and advocacy, technical assistance, and capacity strengthening, working with public sector leaders at both county and national levels, development partners, civil society organizations, and oversight agencies.