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Uganda’s Rugumayo credits East Africa Swing for success in South Africa
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Reading Time: 3min | Sat. 01.11.25. | 15:03
His finish makes him the best-performing East African outside of the region’s boarders and in the Sunshine Tour events in the recent past
Uganda’s Ronald Rugumayo, a member of the Sunshine Development Tour – East Africa Swing, delivered an impressive performance at the Big Easy Tour 8, played from Tuesday, 28 to Thursday, 30 October at the Killarney Country Club in South Africa, finishing joint second with a total score of 205 (-5) after three consistent rounds of world class golf.
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Playing against a strong international field that included some of South Africa’s most seasoned professionals, Rugumayo opened his campaign with a composed 2-under-par 68, positioning himself among the top contenders.
He maintained his form on round two with a steady even-par 70, before closing the tournament in style with a brilliant 3-under 67, securing his place in the top two alongside South Africa’s Dillon Germshuys, just three shots behind winner Daniel Cronje (-8, 202).
The Ugandan golfer’s consistency over all three rounds; 68, 70, and 67, demonstrated both his technical precision and growing maturity on the professional circuit.
It also underscored the competitive standard of players emerging from the Sunshine Development Tour – East Africa Swing, which serves as a pathway for regional golfers to progress into the Sunshine Tour and other global stages.
Speaking after the tournament, Rugumayo expressed pride in his performance and the experience he gained.
“It feels great to be competing at this level and to finish among the top players. Each round was a challenge, but I stayed focused and trusted my game plan.
The Sunshine Development Tour has played a big role in preparing us for moments like this. Competing regularly at that standard builds confidence, and I’m seeing that growth reflect in my game," he offered.
Rugumayo’s finish makes him the best-performing East African outside of the region’s boarders and in the Sunshine Tour events in the recent past.
The Big Easy Tour, sanctioned by the Sunshine Tour, is part of South Africa’s professional development circuit, offering players world ranking points and opportunities to qualify for full Sunshine Tour status.
Rugumayo’s standout performance follows months of consistent play across the East Africa Swing, where he has been one of Uganda’s top performers in events held in Kenya and Rwanda.
The Sunshine Development Tour – East Africa Swing, sanctioned by the Sunshine Tour, has continued to establish itself as a premier platform for developing professional and elite amateur golfers across the continent.
With tournaments already hosted in Thika, Ruiru, Nyali, Diani, Kigali, and Royal Nairobi, the Tour is building a sustainable pathway for African golfers to progress to the Sunshine Tour, the DP World Tour, and other major global events.
The next legs of the Tour, are set to be held this month at Vetlab Sports Club from Sunday, 2 to Tuesday, 4 November, and Limuru Country Club from Sunday, 9 to Tuesday, 11 November.
The doubleheader will serve as the seventh and eighth legs of the Sunshine Development Tour – East Africa Swing, attracting 84 players from Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Malawi, India, and the United States.
Competitors will be battling for a Ksh2 million prize purse per leg, alongside valuable Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) and World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) points.
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