The Chairman of Kenya Golf Union on 20th June 2020 lifted the ban on handicaps, running of organised competitions and reciprocation.
‘We would therefore like to reinstate handicaps in the country and allow competitions, as long as these are held with utmost care to avoid congregation of any kind. Clubs are advised to announce results of any competition using means that do not require golfers to congregate in the club house. Clubs are also now free to allow reciprocation or fourballs if they are able to do so while maintaining the same due care.’ Said Mr. Murage.
The use of caddies is still not allowed until such a time when the Ministry of Health shall advise. However the chairman noted that ball spotters are allowed on the course to help golfers locate their balls as long as they (don’t handle the golf balls, clubs or bags and maintain at least two club lengths away
