By Betty Nakayenga
The prestigious Kinyara Golf Open tournament is back with a bang for the 28th edition.
Arguably among Uganda’s Premium Golf Tournaments that encompasses the amateurs, professionals and seniors, the 2026 edition returns with the usual hype, big aspirations and vigor.
This year’s tourney was officially launched at Uganda Golf club, Kampala on Tuesday, 10th November2026.
“Kinyara Sugar Limited’s commitment to the development of sport and the community remains unwavering,” Veedhi Sekhar, the Deputy General Manager of Kinyara Sugar spoke during the well-attended launch.
“This is the 28th edition of the tournament, and it is set to be much bigger and better than last year’s edition. We have invested UGX 38 million towards this year’s tournament to ensure its successful organization.” he added.
The tournament will be held from 19th to 21st November 2026 at Kinyara Golf Course in Masindi district and the captain John Kennedy Kissarach expressed readiness to host over 200 golfers across the different categories.
“Kinyara Golf Club is more than ready to host the 28th edition of the Kinyara Golf Open. The course is in the best ever shape and we shall have a big field as anticipated” Kissarach remarked.
Hundreds of Golfers are gearing up for the most competitive, challenging & captivating Golf Tournament in Uganda.
Lots of memorable prizes, fan, flare & unique swings to be witnessed at this world ranking Golf Tournament.
For starters, the tournament is proudly sponsored by Kinyara Sugar, Liaison Group, ICEA Lion Group, Gold Star insurance, Sanlam Allianz, MUA insurance & Old Mutual Uganda Ltd, and other insurance firms.
Last year, Godfrey Kamulindwa (professionals), Joseph Cwinya-ai and Meron Kyomugisha (elite gross) were among the top outstanding performers.
Green fees are fixed at 60,000 per person. The famous Abeeka band will perform at the 19th hole celebrations on the evening of 21st November 2026 during the prize giving presentation.
