-The Club has been named ‘Egypt’s Best Golf Course’ five times and ‘Africa’s Best Golf Course’ three times at World Golf Awards.
-The Club is managed by Troon, the World’s leader in Club management and offers international-standard facilities and seamless connectivity to Cairo International Airport.
-Troon started as one facility in 1990 and has since grown to become the World’s largest golf management company providing services at more than 950 locations, with properties located in more than 40 countries across the World.
WORLD GOLF AWARDS-LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM.
Madinaty Golf Club in Egypt has been named the official host of the 13th annual World Golf Awards, taking place from November 5th, to 7th, 2026.
According to a latest press release from the World Golf Awards public relations office, voting for the Awards 2026 programme is officially open for the annual programme that honors organizations that are setting new standards in quality, service and innovation within the global golf travel and tourism industry.
leading names from the golfing World will join VIPs and figureheads from the golf tourism industry for what will mark the first World Golf Awards to take place in Africa.
The Gala Ceremony will take place on the evening of 7th, November, forming the climax of an exclusive golfing itinerary that will include the World Golf Awards Classic to be played on the 18-hole Championship Course (par 71, 6,900 yards), designed by the acclaimed Robert Trent Jones Jr where the course hosted the 2022 Asian Tour International Series.
The weekend will also include a welcome reception at the Official Accommodation Partner the St. Regis New Capital, Cairo.
Owned by Talaat Moustafa Group (TMG) Golf, Madinaty Golf Club is a full-service, premier golf destination set within the master-planned city of Madinaty-Egypt’s landmark urban development on the eastern edge of New Cairo.
The Club is managed by Troon, the World’s leader in Club management and offers international-standard facilities and seamless connectivity to Cairo International Airport.
The course benefits from a warm, sunny climate throughout the year, making it an ideal year-round golf destination.
World Golf Awards Managing Director Chris Frost said, “It is an honor for us to host World Golf Awards at Madinaty Golf Club for our inaugural event in Africa. Madinaty Golf Club is a world-class destination – a championship courses of international pedigree, set in New Cairo, and blessed with splendid year-round weather that makes it perfect for golf. I greatly look forward to joining the finest organizations in golf tourism this November.”
Madinaty Golf Club focuses on creating extraordinary experiences by delivering superior service, amenities, playing surfaces and exquisite dining, treating guests to an unforgettable world-class experience both on and off the golf course.
The spacious clubhouse offers multiple restaurants, swimming pools, gym, spa and a multi-purpose terrace designed to accommodate social events.
The club has been named ‘Egypt’s Best Golf Course’ five times and ‘Africa’s Best Golf Course’ three times at World Golf Awards.
TMG Chief Business Development Officer Omar Hisham Talaat said, “We are delighted that Madinaty Golf Club has been selected to host the World Golf Awards 2026, a milestone event that highlights both the quality of our golf facilities and Egypt’s growing reputation as a world-class golf tourism destination. Hosting the first World Golf Awards in Africa is a tremendous honor and reflects the vision behind Madinaty and TMG Golf’s commitment to developing exceptional sporting and lifestyle destinations. We look forward to welcoming golf industry leaders and guests from around the world to experience the hospitality, championship golf and unique atmosphere that make Madinaty Golf Club such a special venue.”
Troon started as one facility in 1990 and has since grown to become the world’s largest golf management company providing services at more than 950 locations, with properties located in more than 40 countries.
Troon International Director of Sales & Marketing Clinton Norris said, “The selection of Madinaty Golf Club as host of the World Golf Awards 2026 reflects the continued growth and international recognition of both the club and Egypt as a golf tourism destination. As the first World Golf Awards to be held in Africa, this event presents a valuable opportunity to showcase the quality of golf, hospitality and infrastructure available within the region. Troon is proud to partner with TMG Golf in supporting Madinaty Golf Club’s continued success and looks forward to welcoming industry leaders from around the world to experience this exceptional facility firsthand.”
World Golf Awards celebrates and rewards excellence in golf tourism, world-class courses and golf destinations. Launched in 2014, World Golf Awards aims to drive up standards within the golf tourism industry by rewarding the organizations that are leaders in their field.
World Golf Awards is the sister Organization of World Travel Awards, currently celebrating its 33rd anniversary.
WORLD GOLF AWARDS 2026 NOMINEES FROM AFRICA & KENYA.
AFRICA.
Africa’s Best Golf Course 2026-Karen Country Club, Muthaiga Golf Club.
Africa’s Best Golf Hotel 2026-Windsor Country Club.
Africa’s Best Golf Destination 2026-Kenya.
Africa’s Best Golf Real Estate Venue 2026-Vipingo Ridge, Kenya.
KENYA.
Kenya’s Best Golf Course 2026-Diamond Leisure, Karen Country Club, Limuru Country Club, Mombasa Golf Club, Mt. Kipipiri, Muthaiga, Nyali Golf &Country Club, Royal Nairobi, Sigiona, Thika Greens, Vetlab, Vipingo Ridge and Windsor Country Club.
Kenya’s Best Golf Hotel 2026-Diamond Leisure, Fairmont Mt. Kenya Safari Club, The Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort, Thika Greens Golf Resort, Windsor Golf Hotel &Country Club.
Kenya’s Best Inbound Golf Tour Operator 2026-Ascot Golf Tours, Lords town travel group, Oribi Expeditions and Qmat Adventures Limited.
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