All to play for as Basco Paints launches Duracoat Golf Masters Series

Basco Paints officially launched the Duracoat Golf Masters Series 2026, a premier national golf circuit aimed at growing the game of golf in Kenya, at Sarova Stanley Hotel on Tuesday.

The launch event brought together leaders from Kenya’s golfing fraternity, club captains, and members of the media as they ushered in a platform that will not only enhance the game’s development but also propel Kenya as one of golfing giants in Africa.

The event was attended by Kenya Golf Federation President Philip Ochola, Kenya Golf Union Chairman Chris Kinuthia and Kenya Ladies Golf Union Chairperson Mukami Wangai, among other distinguished guests.

The inaugural will feature twelve qualifying tournaments hosted across selected premier golf clubs in Kenya, with golfers allowed to compete in up to three qualifying events, which will officially tee off on 22nd May 2026 at Vet Lab Sports Club, Nakuru Golf Club, Sigona Golf Club, Nanyuki Sports Club, Karen Country Club, Ruiru Sports Club, Nyanza Sports Club, and Limuru Country Club.

Others are Nyali Country Club, Muthaiga Golf Club, Kericho Golf Club, and Eldoret Golf Club, and it will culminate in a grand finale slated for 28th November 2026 at Mt. Kipipiri Golf Club.

Speaking during the launch, Basco Paints Managing Director Kamlesh Shah described the series as a strategic platform designed to promote sportsmanship, competitiveness, youth empowerment, and talent development through a structured and inclusive national golf circuit.

“The Duracoat Golf Masters Series 2026 is a statement of intent of our intention to actively shape the future of sport, youth empowerment, and community engagement in Kenya,” he said.

The launch coincides with Basco Paints’ golden jubilee celebrations, marking 50 years of excellence, innovation and service across Kenya and the East African region.

Basco Paints Chairman Bipin Shah noted that the company remains committed to supporting sports development, youth empowerment, and positive community transformation through strategic partnerships and corporate social responsibility initiatives.

“The Duracoat Golf Masters Series is more than just a tournament. It is a strategic platform designed to grow the game of golf in Kenya, nurture emerging talent and strengthen partnerships within the sporting ecosystem,” he said.

He further highlighted the company’s continued support for multiple sporting disciplines, including golf, cricket, and padel, as well as sponsorship of key tournaments such as the Sigona Ladies Open, Junior Open, AAK Golf Tournament, and IQSK Golf Tournament.

Through its CSR programs, the company is also expanding support for sports development in schools with a focus on identifying and nurturing talent at an early stage.

As part of the tournament incentives, Jetour Kenya has partnered with Basco Paints to reward every first hole-in-one achieved during the 13 tournaments with a brand-new Jetour vehicle valued at over Ksh 4 million.

The grand finale at Mt. Kipipiri Golf Club will feature over Ksh 1 million in prizes reinforcing the organizers’ commitment to rewarding excellence and elevating competitive golf in Kenya.

Sales and marketing director Mital Shah lauded sports federations, corporate partners, golfers, and the media for supporting the initiative and reaffirmed the company’s commitment to delivering impactful sporting and community programs.

“The Duracoat Golf Masters Series 2026 embodies our values of sportsmanship, partnership, excellence, and opportunity by bringing together stakeholders under one national platform,” he said.

As Basco Paints celebrates 50 years of “Coloring Spaces and Inspiring Generations,” the launch of the Duracoat Golf Masters Series 2026 marks a significant milestone in the continued growth of golf in Kenya and demonstrates the impact of collaboration between sporting bodies and the private sector in advancing sports development, youth empowerment, and national transformation.