Kenya’s Daniel Nduva emerged winner in the professional category at the Stanbic Entebbe Open, beating a field of 29 over 72 holes at the lakeshore course during the weekend and finishing with a gross score of 286 over four rounds (72, 69, 73 and 72) walking away with a trophy and UGX 5.76 million in prize money.
In the Gross Amateur category, Uganda’s Mackinon Masereka claimed the championship with a total gross score of 214, having returned rounds of 72, 70 and 72. He received a trophy and UGX 1.92 million.
Godfrey Kambale finished as runner-up with 218 gross after rounds of 75, 70 and 73, earning a trophy and UGX 1.28 million. Joseph Cwinyai took second runner-up with 220 gross (72, 75 and 73), receiving a trophy and UGX 960,000, while Joseph Kasozi completed the top four as third runner-up with 224 gross (75, 77 and 72), taking home a trophy and UGX 800,000.
Nduva, who emerged winner, expressed delight over his win and praised the conditions at the Entebbe Golf course throughout the four-day competition. “It’s a great feeling coming over and winning here. I love playing on this course, and the past four days the course has been in brilliant condition,” Nduva said.
Speaking at the tournament’s closing ceremony, Stanbic Bank Uganda Chief Information Officer, Rita Apell, said the bank’s involvement in golf extends beyond sponsorship, reflecting its commitment to supporting platforms that bring people, businesses and communities together.
“At Stanbic Bank, we are proud to be associated with a sport that brings together people, businesses, leaders and communities. Golf provides a unique environment for building meaningful relationships, fostering business connections and creating lasting partnerships,” Apell said.
She said, “Through our continued support, we want to contribute to the development of the sport while strengthening our relationship with the golfing community.”
Apell said the golfing community, comprising of professionals, executives, entrepreneurs and business owners, presents an important opportunity for the bank to strengthen relationships and offer financial solutions that respond to their diverse needs and ambitions.
Through its Private and Executive Banking propositions, Stanbic Bank provides personalized banking experiences tailored to customers’ lifestyles and financial aspirations. Its solutions also include digital banking services, FlexiPay, Vehicle and Asset Finance, cards and other tailored products designed to offer convenience, flexibility and control. She encouraged the golfing community to engage with the bank’s teams and explore solutions that support their personal and business ambitions.
“At Stanbic, we want to build relationships that go beyond individual transactions and become long-term partnerships. Our approach is centred on understanding our customers and providing relevant solutions that support them at every stage of their financial journey,” she said. The bank’s continued involvement in golf is also aligns with its purpose, ‘Uganda is our home, we drive her growth’ which guides its commitment to initiatives that promote economic growth, financial inclusion and sustainable development.
The tournament comes as Stanbic Bank Uganda celebrates 35 years of doing business in the country, and supporting individuals, businesses and communities while contributing to Uganda’s economic growth.
Apell said, “For 35 years, we have walked alongside individuals, businesses and communities, supporting their ambitions, enabling growth and creating opportunities. Our journey has been built on relationships, trust and a commitment to the people and businesses we serve. As we celebrate this milestone, we remain focused on building partnerships that create lasting value.”
She commended the leadership of Entebbe Golf Club, the tournament organisers, golfers and partners for their contribution to the successful tournament, congratulating all participants upon its conclusion. She said Stanbic Bank is committed to being a trusted financial partner to the golfing community, both on and off the course, while continuing to support platforms that foster meaningful connections, partnerships and shared prosperity.
