Michael Tumusiime has emerged as the overall winner of the final Ugandan qualifier of the 2026 NCBA Golf Series. He secured the top spot with a score of 75 net at Entebbe Club on October 3. As the winner, Tumusiime will represent Uganda at the regional Grand Finale in Nairobi, alongside Joseph Cwinyaai, who won the first Ugandan qualifier at Uganda Golf Club in June.
The Entebbe tournament attracted a significant turnout of 192 players and produced winners across several categories. In the men's Division I gross category, Saidi Kirarira took the top spot with a score of 79, ahead of Andrew Baguma who scored 80. The men's Division II handicap net category was won by Aldomoro Brian with a score of 65, while Edmond Tayebwa won Division III with 67 on countback.
The ladies' categories also saw impressive performances from Ugandan golfers. Martha Babirye won the ladies' Division I gross category with a score of 86, ahead of Diana Nabukenya who scored 90. Connie Nshemereirwe took the top spot in the ladies' Division II handicap nett category with a score of 72. Additionally, special prizes were awarded to Deborah Maitum and Edgar Muzahura for the ladies' and men's nearest-the-pin contests respectively.
Other notable winners included Berna Musabera, who won the ladies' longest drive, and Collins Acellam, who took the men's prize. The junior category was won by Lucas Francis Kiyemba with a score of 83, while Peter Ssekwayama emerged as the guest winner with 73 on countback. Mark Muyobo won the staff category with a score of 81. Serwano Walusimbi finished third overall with 80, while Patrick Mugisha was fourth with 81.
The NCBA Bank Golf Series is part of the bank's initiative to support talent development and provide golfers with opportunities to compete beyond Uganda. According to NCBA Bank Uganda CEO Mark Muyobo, the Golf Series aims to nurture golfing talent in the country. The bank also linked the tournament to its wider community programme, donating 50 household water filters to vulnerable families at Kasenyi Landing Site in partnership with Vision Child Healthcare and Education Initiative.
The regional Grand Finale of the NCBA Golf Series will be held on November 27 in Nairobi. The tournament will bring together qualifiers from participating markets for a regional competition. Winners from the two Ugandan legs will compete against winners from other countries where NCBA Bank has branches. This will provide a platform for Ugandan golfers to compete against the best in the region.
The NCBA Bank Golf Series finale has provided a significant opportunity for Ugandan golfers to showcase their skills. With Michael Tumusiime and Joseph Cwinyaai set to represent Uganda at the regional Grand Finale, the country's golfing community is optimistic about its chances in the competition. The series has also contributed to the development of golfing talent in Uganda and supported the local community through the bank's charitable initiatives.
Key points
- Michael Tumusiime wins final Ugandan qualifier of 2026 NCBA Golf Series
- The regional Grand Finale of the NCBA Golf Series will be held on November 27 in Nairobi
- NCBA Bank Uganda donated 50 household water filters to vulnerable families as part of its community programme
