The spirit of East African cooperation and competitive sportsmanship shone brightly as KCB Bank Uganda successfully hosted the Kenya Day – KCB Golf Tournament at the historic Uganda Golf Club. The event celebrated the strong bilateral ties and shared economic vision between Kenya and Uganda.
Prizes are seen before give away;Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
(L) Noela Byuma, Head of Marketing at KCB Bank Uganda, hands over the prize to the winners of the Kenya Day – KCB Golf Tournament.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Winners of the KCB Golf Tournament Eric Miller and Joyce Kisembo display their Trophies.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
More than 150 top amateur golfers from clubs and corporate organizations took on the challenging Kitante course in a Stableford-format tournament. The lush fairways and fast greens demanded precision and strategy, resulting in a highly competitive day of play.
Winners of the KCB Golf Tournament Eric Miller and Joyce Kisembo display their Trophies.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
The Captain of Uganda Golf Club Engineer Paul Rukundo Paul delivers his keynote address.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
The Captain of Uganda Golf Club Engineer Paul Rukundo Paul delivers his keynote address.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
The Captain of Uganda Golf Club Engineer Paul Rukundo Paul delivers his keynote address.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
The Captain of Uganda Golf Club Engineer Paul Rukundo Paul delivers his keynote address.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
To ensure fair competition, men competed in three handicap categories—A, B, and C—while the ladies competed in two groups, A and B. A special category was dedicated to senior golfers aged 55 and above.
Noela Byuma,Head of Marketing KCB Bank addressing guests.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates..
Noela Byuma, Head of Marketing KCB Bank addressing guests.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates..
Kenya Ports Authority Country Manager Betty Mkonyi is seen delivering her remarks.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Kenya Ports Authority Country Manager Betty Mkonyi is seen delivering her remarks.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Eddie Okila was the night’s Master Of Ceremonies assisted by John Chihi.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Kenya Airways-Uganda Country Manager Felix Mwangangi giving his remarks.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Wario Guyo, a representative of the Kenya High Commission addressing guests.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Wario Guyo, a representative of the Kenya High Commission, Kenya Airways-Uganda Country Manager Felix Mwangangi and onother member during the event.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Gloria Mbaguta,the Lady Captain receives her prize during the event.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Zhang Fangyi receives her prize during the event.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
The spirit of East African cooperation and competitive sportsmanship was on full display as KCB Bank Uganda successfully hosted the prestigious Kenya Day – KCB Golf Tournament at the historic Uganda Golf Club. The event served as a vibrant celebration of the enduring bilateral relationship and shared economic destiny between the Republic of Kenya and the Republic of Uganda.
Gloria Mbaguta,the Lady Captain receives her prize from Guyo Wario, the Minister Counsellor at the Kenya High Commission during the event.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Josephine Babirye receives her award during the event.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Winners are seen during the event.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Winners are seen during the event.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Noela Byuma, Head of Marketing KCB Bank chats with Kenya Airways-Uganda Country Manager Felix Mwangangi .Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates.
Over 150 top amateur golfers, representing various clubs and corporate bodies, navigated the challenging Kitante course, competing in the popular Stableford format across various handicap categories. The lush fairways and fast greens tested the players’ precision and strategy, culminating in a highly competitive day of play.
The tournament featured an array of flights designed to ensure equitable competitive play. Men’s players competed in three handicap groups (A, B, and C), while the Ladies’ field was split into two categories (A and B). A dedicated category honoured the dexterity of the Seniors 55+ flight. The coveted title of Overall Winner, receiving a grand prize of a return air ticket courtesy of Kenya Airways, went to the player who demonstrated exceptional consistency and skill across 18 holes.
The following players emerged victorious across the respective flights:
- Overall Winner (Men) – Eric Miller with 47 points
- Overall Winner (Ladies) – Joyce Kisembo with 40 points
- Ladies’ Category A Winner – Gloria Mbaguta with 36 points
- Ladies’ Category B Winner– Evelyn Atukunda with 36 points
- Ladies Category C Winer – Josephine Babirye with 35 points
- Men’s Category A Winner – Paul Ndyaguma with 39 points
- Men’s Category B Winner – Micheal Nimoh with 42 points
- Men’s Category C Winner – Alex Muwanguzi with 42 points
- Senior Men Winner – Dominic Tumwesiye with 37 points
- Senior Lady Winner – Grace Kabonero with 32 points
The battle for the side bets was equally intense, rewarding players for specific displays of power and accuracy:
- Nearest to the Pin (Men) – Micheal Muhangi
- Nearest to the Pin (Ladies) – Zhang Fangyi
- Longest Drive (Men) – Nam Young Kim
- Longest Drive (Ladies) – Danelle Kawalya
Noela Byuma, Head of Marketing and Communications at KCB Bank Uganda, praised the quality of the competition and the significance of the event. “This tournament is a powerful reflection of KCB Bank’s commitment to East Africa. Just like a professional golfer must manage the risk and precision of every shot, KCB Bank Uganda is committed to the disciplined and strategic investment necessary to drive regional economic growth. We are immensely proud to use the platform of golf, a game synonymous with integrity and sportsmanship, to deepen the bond between Uganda and Kenya,” stated Byuma.
Wario Guyo, Representative of the Kenya High Commission in Uganda added, “Kenya Day is a moment to celebrate our unity, and what better way than through sport? The camaraderie witnessed on the tee boxes and the fairways today is precisely the spirit of collaboration we champion in trade, tourism, and diplomacy. We thank KCB Bank Uganda for delivering this world-class event.”
Paul Charles Rukundo, Captain of the Uganda Golf Club, commented on the course conditions, “The Uganda Golf Club was honoured to host the KCB Kenya Day tournament. The course was in superb condition, offering a true test of golf. The level of competitive play was incredibly high, demonstrating the rising standard of amateur golf in East Africa. We deeply appreciate KCB’s sustained support for the sport.”
Beyond golf, KCB Group maintains a deep and diverse investment in the regional sports ecosystem. This commitment spans motorsport, where KCB Bank Uganda sponsors the Pearl of Africa rally circuits; supporting volleyball and rugby, and backing community development initiatives. KCB Bank Uganda views sports as a critical catalyst for youth empowerment, wellness, and social cohesion across its footprint, which includes Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, South Sudan, Rwanda, Burundi, and the DRC. By supporting sports, KCB Bank Uganda is actively cultivating the discipline, ambition, and teamwork necessary for sustainable development in East Africa while driving their brand promise For People For Better.
Input of Ceo and Nilepost