President William Ruto and South Africa’s Casey Jarvis during the official ceremony at Karen Country Club on February 22, 2026 / PCS


President William Rutoon Sunday attended the 2026 Magical Kenya Open as South Africa’s Casey Jarvis produced a dramatic final-round performance to clinch the title at Karen Country Club.

Jarvis conquered the Nairobi course after a tense Championship Sunday marked by 72 demanding holes, weather interruptions and a tightly packed leaderboard, ultimately securing his first DP World Tour victory.

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The defining moment came on the 18th green when the South African drained a massive eagle putt to seal the win, capping off a grueling final round that tested the entire field.



President William Ruto among other leaders during the official ceremony at Karen Country Club on February 22, 2026 / PCS

Jarvis later received the winner’s trophy from President Ruto during the official ceremony at Karen Country Club, marking a milestone moment in the golfer’s professional career.

The Magical Kenya Open remains one of the region’s premier golf tournaments, drawing international players and spotlighting Kenya’s growing profile on the global golfing calendar.

President William Ruto among other leaders during the official ceremony at Karen Country Club on February 22, 2026 / PCS

President William Ruto among other leaders during the official ceremony at Karen Country Club on February 22, 2026 / PCS

Fans during the official ceremony at Karen Country Club on February 22, 2026 / PCS


President William Ruto interacts with children at Karen Country Club on February 22, 2026 / PCS
President William Ruto among other leaders during the official ceremony at Karen Country Club on February 22, 2026 / PCS