Golf: Kenya names final squad for Magical Kenya Open

Kenya unveiled a solid 12- man squad ahead of the 57th edition of the Magical Kenya Open, setting the stage for what officials believe could be the country’s strongest showing in recent years.

The unveiling ceremony was held at the Karen Country Club, the tournament venue, where players, officials, and partners gathered ahead of this week’s tee-off.

The team, drawn from professional ranks, elite amateurs, and rising juniors, heads into the DP World Tour event buoyed by an expanded international calendar that has sharpened match readiness and boosted confidence.

Initially, 10 players were submitted to the DP World Tour, with additional reserve slots strengthening the final list.

“This season the players have enjoyed far greater competitive exposure compared to previous years,” said Patrick Obath, Chairman of Kenya Open Golf Limited.

“I see no reason why three or four Kenyan players should not make the cut this year. If they don’t, I honestly won’t know what to tell them,” he added.

Members of the Professional Golfers of Kenya (PGK) have featured in several regional and international tournaments this season, including the Equator Tour and Sunshine Development Tour, a build-up widely viewed as critical to improving Kenya’s competitiveness on home soil.

The tournament will feature a full field of 144 players from more than 30 countries. Kenya brings the largest international contingent with 18 players – 12 professionals and 6 amateurs, followed by South Africa with 17 players led by defending champion Jacques Kruyswijk.

The field also includes five past MKO winners and six top-ranked players from the United States’ PGA Tour, underscoring the scale and stature of this year’s edition.

The Magical Kenya Open tees off from 19–22 February 2026 at Karen Country Club, promising four days of world-class competition and a high-stakes test for Kenya’s finest golfers on home fairways.

Full Squad: Greg Snow,  Samuel Chege,  David Wakhu,  Njoroge Kibugu,  Dismas Indiza,  Mutahi Kibugu,  Daniel Nduva,  Edwin Mudanyi (Captain), CJ Wangai,  Justus Madoya,  Mohit Mediratta, and  Mike Kisa