The Uganda Golf Club in Kampala was abuzz with the spirit of East African cooperation and sportsmanship as KCB Bank Uganda hosted the prestigious Kenya Day – KCB Golf Tournament. Over 150 top amateur golfers from various clubs and corporates teed off in the Stableford format, navigating the challenging Kitante course in a vibrant celebration of Kenya-Uganda bilateral ties.
Winners Shine Bright:
- Overall Men’s Winner: Eric Miller (47 points) – wins a return air ticket to Kenya courtesy of Kenya Airways!
- Overall Ladies’ Winner: Joyce Kisembo (40 points)
- Category Winners:
- Ladies A: Gloria Mbaguta (36 points)
- Ladies B: Evelyn Atukunda (36 points)
- Men A: Paul Ndyaguma (39 points)
- Men B: Micheal Nimoh (42 points)
- Men C: Alex Muwanguzi (42 points)
- Seniors 55+: Dominic Tumwesiye (37 points, Men); Grace Kabonero (32 points, Ladies)
- Side Bets:
- Nearest Pin (Men): Micheal Muhangi
- Nearest Pin (Ladies): Zhang Fangyi
- Longest Drive (Men): Nam Young Kim
- Longest Drive (Ladies): Danelle Kawalya
Noela Byuma, KCB Bank Uganda’s Head of Marketing and Communications, highlighted the event’s significance: “Just like a golfer manages risk and precision, KCB Bank Uganda invests in driving regional growth, unity, and integrity through sports.”
Wario Guyo of the Kenya High Commission added, “Kenya Day celebrates our unity—through golf, trade, and diplomacy.” Paul Charles Rukundo, Uganda Golf Club Captain, praised the “superb course conditions and rising standards of East African golf.”
Beyond golf, KCB Group supports motorsport, volleyball, rugby, and community initiatives, empowering youth and fostering regional cohesion. “For People, For Better,” KCB Bank Uganda drives growth through sports.
