Africa-Press – Kenya. Junior Golf Foundation President Vincent Mukiri says Kenyan golf is heading in the right direction following a dramatic finish to the NCBA Kenya Invitational at Windsor Golf Hotel and Country Club on Monday.
“This year’s NCBA Kenya Invitational reflected strong competition, resilience under pressure and respect for the game. The quality we have seen shows Kenyan golf is moving in the right direction,” Mukiri said.
The tournament, which closed the 2025 golfing calendar, featured playoffs in two categories. Zara Mutungi won the Girls 8 and Under title after a three-hole playoff against Tanvil Shah, sealing victory on the ninth hole.
Justin Ngeera edged Dominykas Petkevicius on the 19th hole to claim the Boys 13–14 crown.
In the elite divisions, Aarush Vara claimed the Boys 15–18 title with a level-par final round, while Bianca Ngecu matched the score to secure the Girls 15–18 title after three rounds.
Other winners included Victor Haland (Boys 6 & Under, +33), Aryan Patel (Boys 7, +7), Surya Bongu (Boys 8, +6), Ivan Kimutai (Boys 9, +10), Hakeem Mutungi (Boys 10, +8), Ishaan Patel (Boys 11, +9) and Adam Nesbitt (Boys 12, +9).
Girls’ winners were Leticia Mwangale (9–10, +4), Aarna Mengi (11–12, +15) and Sophia Nesbitt (13–14, +15).
Kenya Golf Union chairman Chris Kinuthia said the Invitational was a fitting way to close the national golf calendar.
“As the final major event of the year, this tournament brings together the outcomes of junior development, coaching, governance and competition. The quality on display shows juniors are forming a very strong foundation for the future of Kenyan golf,” Kinuthia said.
The Invitational attracted junior golfers from nine countries, with World Amateur Golf Ranking points available in select categories.
