The first leg of the series tees off on Tuesday, 7 July at Nyali Golf & Country Club, before moving to Ruiru Sports Club and Kipipiri Golf Club later in the season.
The three-day Nyali championship has attracted a strong field of 80 golfers from nine countries, including Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Nigeria, India, the United Kingdom, the United States and South Africa.
The field features seasoned professionals, rising amateurs, junior golfers and lady professionals, highlighting the Tour’s role as East Africa’s premier pathway to elite professional golf.
On his part, the Sunshine Development Tour – East Africa Swing CEO, David Ndungu, welcomed the sponsorship, describing it as another significant milestone in strengthening the Tour’s impact across the region.
“We are delighted to welcome Absa Bank as the title sponsor of the Nyali, Ruiru and Mt Kipipiri legs. Partnerships such as this are critical in creating sustainable opportunities for our golfers and raising the standard of professional golf in East Africa.
The Sunshine Development Tour is providing a clear pathway for players to earn ranking points, compete consistently and progress to the Sunshine Tour and beyond. Absa’s support strengthens that vision and gives our players even greater confidence in the future of the game.”
