-Club Captain Edwin Saluny say it’s a landmark in efforts to devolve Sports and nurture County-level investment in Golf.
-The tournament features 150 players from the home Club, Makueni and Kitui Counties.
-Elsewhere 200 players set to brighten Migaa Golf Course in the KCB East Africa Golf Tour.
MAARUU MOHAMED-MOMBASA.
Machakos Golf Club is set to record history in the Country by introducing the first-ever Savannah Greens Challenge Golf tournament to be played at the 9-hole course in Machakos County on Saturday.
This tournament featuring some 150 players from the home Club, Makueni, and Kitui Counties is designed to promote unity, friendship and regional growth through Sports.
The players will compete for team honors while strengthening ties across the three Counties, each bringing its unique culture and energy to the fairways of Machakos.
Action kicks off from 6.30 am with the team flight of J. Kimeu, F. Maithya, M. Musaki and F. Kyengo while last group will be 13:32 pm with team flight of P. Nzusi, B. Chuma, D. Mwau, J. Munyoki; 13:39 G. Machira M. Mwaneki, M. Ngami, S. Muoki;
The home Club’s Kimeu who are among the top players vows to play consistently well and aim at shooting a low score to set history by keeping the trophy home.
“I will maintain a positive mindset, trust my swing, stick to my strategy and make smart decisions on the course. And though, I know there are many skilled players, I will just stay calm and composed under pressure to play well, “said Kimeu.
The tournament, hosted and organized by Machakos Golf Club Captain Edwin Saluny, is a landmark in efforts to devolve Sports and nurture county-level investment in Golf.
Saluny who tees off at 11.47 am alongside C. Kithuku, C. Ndumai and D. Ndambuki, observed that while Machakos currently hosts the only Golf Course in the region, the tournament serves as an invitation to Makueni and Kitui to take the next step toward establishing their own facilities.
“Golf can thrive outside Nairobi. Counties must see it as a catalyst for tourism, youth development, and local enterprise,” Captain Saluny said.
He pointed out that the Savannah Greens Challenge underscores how devolution can be leveraged to expand sports beyond traditional centers and by showcasing the game’s inclusivity and economic potential, it highlights the role of county governments and private partners in developing sustainable sporting infrastructure.
“The organizers hope to make the Challenge an annual Inter-County tradition, rotating across future venues once other Counties develop their own Courses. As the region’s golfers take to the tee, the message is clear, devolution is not only about governance, it’s about opportunity, and sport must be part of that journey, “said the Captain.
Nestled in Machakos town, Machakos Golf Club is a social club in Machakos, Kenya, established in 1924, with a picturesque 9-hole golf course, practice facilities and a variety of other amenities like a swimming pool, gym and Sports bar.
It offers a premier golfing experience for players of all skill levels and whether you’re a seasoned golfer or a beginner looking to explore this timeless Sport, the Club provides the perfect setting to hone your skills and enjoy the game to the fullest.
The club also offers recreational facilities and is a popular destination for both locals and visitors, with the recent completion of the expressway making it more accessible from Nairobi, with a travel time of approximately 45 minutes.
Elsewhere at the 18-hole Migaa Golf Club in the heart of Kiambu County, over 200 golfers from across the Country will also be competing for the top honors in the 26th leg of the KCB East Africa Golf Tour also on Saturday as the grand finale edges closer.
The competition, expected to get underway from 6:30 am, will see the top team automatically qualify for the December 5 th grand finale.
Migaa Golf Club Captain Arnold Olyaro said that for the first time ever, the Club is hosting the KCB East Africa Golf Tour.
“This speaks to the growing reputation of Migaa as a Golfing hub in Kiambu and the Country at large. We can confirm that the course is in pristine condition and the greens ready for the weekend’s event,” said Olyaro.
Recently, at the Vetlab Golf Course, the four-ball of Vishesh Sonigra, Palash Tank, Sunil Parmar, and Shafiq Dossaji, qualified for the grand finale after producing a stellar performance to emerge as the overall winners with 114 points.
So far, the regional tourney has been to 13 Counties in Kenya and four other countries, including Rwanda, Uganda, Tanzania and Burundi.
Each of the four Countries has produced a team that will be competing with the top players from Kenya in December as the Tour will head to Eldoret Golf Club on November 15 th, 2025 before after Migaa.
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