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Nation Classic turns 40 at its Karen birth place
Former Nation Media Group Chairman Dr Wilfred Kiboro tees off during the Nation Classic Golf Series at the Nyahururu Country Club in Laikipia county on June 8, 2024.
What you need to know:
- Established in 1985, the Nation Classic Golf Series is Kenya’s longest-running amateur golf series.
- The event will also honour the visionary leadership of former NMG chairman Dr Wilfred Kiboro.
The Nation Classic Golf Series will celebrate its 40th anniversary this year with a commemorative event planned for Karen Country Club in Nairobi on November 28 and 29.
Hosted by the Nation Media Group, the Nation Classic Golf@40 will take place at the venue where the popular golf series started four decades ago.
The tournament will also celebrate the significant role NMG has played in nurturing talent through the golf series over the years.
Established in 1985, the Nation Classic Golf Series is Kenya’s longest-running amateur golf series.
It is a testament to NMG’s commitment to excellence, community engagement, and the advancement of golf in the region.
The event will also honour the visionary leadership of former NMG chairman Dr Wilfred Kiboro, who has been instrumental in shaping the Nation Classic Golf Series and NMG’s core mission.
The event will celebrate Dr Kiboro’s legacy of dedication, innovation, and commitment to developing the sport in the region.
The tournament will also provide an opportunity to foster strategic partnerships to secure the future of golf and provide a platform for the Nation Media Foundation to strengthen its partnerships and initiatives in areas such as sports, literacy, environmental sustainability, community development, and achieving the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. It will also drive commercial business partnerships.
Meanwhile, Nanyuki Sports Club, which has hosted the Nation Classic Golf Series for many years, will stage its Chairman’s Prize this weekend. The event has attracted more than 100 golfers and is intended to honour club chairman Joseph Mwangi after his two-year term.
“It gives me immense pride and joy to welcome everyone to this year’s Chairman’s Prize Golf Tournament. This event is not only a celebration of the sport we love, but also a reflection of the remarkable journey our club has undertaken over the past two years under my chairmanship,” Mr Mwangi said.
“Together, we have achieved significant milestones—strengthening our membership, improving our facilities, and fostering a spirit of camaraderie and excellence that defines who we are today. None of this would have been possible without the invaluable dedication and service of my committee, whose tireless efforts have been the backbone of our progress.”
“Beyond the fairways and greens, this tournament has a deeper purpose. We are proud to dedicate this event to raising awareness about autism and supporting the St. Thorlak Tumaini Autism Centre in Nanyuki,” he said.
“By combining sports with service, we affirm our commitment to making a positive impact in our community. Golf has always been about discipline, patience, and inclusivity—values that deeply resonate with our mission of supporting children and families affected by autism,” Mwangi said.
“As we tee off, let us celebrate the spirit of competition and the spirit of giving. May this event remind us that every swing, every putt, and every shared moment contributes to something greater.”
