Egypt hosts 13th World Golf Awards 2026
Madinaty Golf Club will host the international ceremony for the first time in Africa on November 7.
Egypt is hosting the 13th edition of the World Golf Awards (WGA 2026) on Saturday, November 7, at Madinaty Golf Club. International golf media highlighted Egypt's first time hosting the ceremony on the African continent. This event strengthens Egypt’s international golf tourism presence and its standing as a destination for global sporting events.
Golf Today, Golf Business News, and Golf Industry Asia were among the specialised outlets covering the awards. They noted Madinaty Golf Club's courses meet international standards and its facilities offer top-quality amenities. Omar Hesham Talaat, CEO of Business Development at Talaat Moustafa Group (TMG), expressed pride in Madinaty Golf Club hosting the WGA 2026.
TMG's Madinaty Golf Club has been named Egypt’s Best Golf Course five times and Africa’s Best Golf Course three times at the World Golf Awards. Talaat stated the event is a milestone for showcasing TMG's sports and golf facilities. Hosting the ceremony in Africa reflects the group's vision for integrated destinations combining sport with lifestyle.
Why it mattersEgypt's hosting of the World Golf Awards 2026 will boost its profile as a destination for international golf tourism and sporting events.