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Thursday, March 14, 2019. This date will be etched in the hearts of many Kenyan golfers. When Jacob Okello hit the first tee shot on the first tournament hole, he was turning a page in the history of golf in Kenya. At 7.20 a.m. at the magnificent Karen Country Club, Okello’s tee shot announced that Kenya is now ready for the big time in the world of golf.

This was the start of four great days of golf made even more special by the following aspects:

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