Kenya Open Golf Limited (KOGL) has appointed seasoned golf administrator Patrick Obath as the chairman.
Obath has been serving as the Tournament Director of the Magical Kenya Open since 2011.
His appointment follows the retirement of two long-serving board members: Peter Kanyago, who joined KOGL in 2004, and Finance Director Joe Wangai, who joined in 2011.
“Having elevated the role of golf in the economy and sporting environment, it is now time to support the development of local talent, strengthen partnerships, and inspire the next generation,” Obatha outlined his vision.
Obath will now lead a board that includes: Ronald Meru, Lucas Marang’a, Zuhura Ogada, Faith Kanaga, Francis Okwara, Regina Gachora, Chris Kinuthia and Brian Akun.
The two board vacancies created by Kanyago’s and Wangai’s exit will be filled in due course.
Extraordinary General Meeting is expected to be convened as soon as possible to invite applications for the two vacant director positions.
The KOGL Board will establish a clear nomination process and timeline for the appointment of new directors.