Afriyea Golf Academy

Afriyea Golf Academy
Afriyea Golf Academy
Full nameAfriyea Golf Academy
FoundedAugust 2020 (August 2020)
AssociationUganda Golf Union
LocationTooro Golf Club, Fort Portal
Owner Isaiah Mwesige
ChairmanLeighton Walker
Websitewww.afriyeagolfacademy.com

Afriyea Golf Academy is a Ugandan golf academy based in Fort Portal and recognized by the Uganda Golf Club. Established in 2020 by Isaiah Mwesige, the academy has become a pioneering institution in African golf education, comprising over 1,000 registered students aged between 4–22 years.[1][2]

History

The Afriyea Golf Academy was established in 2020 by Isaiah Mwesige.[3] The academy comprises over 1000 registered students aged between 4–22 years and operates throughout.[4][5][6]

The academy has set its model based on the values of hard work, academic excellence, inclusion, sportsmanship, and environmental consciousness, among others.[7][8] In December 2021, Afriyea hosted their inaugural kids' golf tournament in Fort Portal.[9]

Educational impact and growth

Since its establishment, Afriyea Golf Academy has introduced golf to over 1,000 children from 21 schools across Uganda.[10][11]

The academy has experienced remarkable growth, becoming a beacon of hope and innovation in nurturing young talent and inspiring the next generation of golfers in Uganda.[12] The academy operates year-round programs that combine golf instruction with academic education and life skills training. This holistic approach has been recognized for its effectiveness in developing well-rounded young people who excel both on the golf course and in their academic pursuits.[13]

Location

The academy is headquartered at Tooro Golf Club in Fort Portal but also has established training programs in the provincial golf clubs of Uganda and beyond.[14]

Partnerships

The academy is a golf development partner of various golf clubs like Toro Club in Fort Portal, Masindi Golf, and Sports and Morogoro golf club.[15] Internationally, it has a partnerships with the 3 Hammers Golf Academy from the United Kingdom, Golf, Center of Gravity Golf Inc. Canada, Golf Industry Guru, and Medi8 Marketing Agency.[16] In 2021, the academy formed a strategic partnership with the Canada-based Center of Gravity Golf Incorporation to enhance coach training and provide additional quality skills for training young golfers.[17]

Coaches

  • Stephen Kasaija[18]
  • Adolf Muhumuza[3]
  • David Kamulindwa[1]
  • Andrew Mugume[1]

Honors

During the Golf Environment Awards in Yorkshire, England in January 2023, Afriyea Golf Academy was awarded a special recognition award.[19][20]

The academy has gained international recognition for its innovative approach to golf education in Africa. Isaiah Mwesige has been acknowledged for "reshaping the future of golf in Uganda by nurturing talent and transforming lives through the Afriyea Golf Academy."[21]

Global Golf Mentorship Programme

In a landmark initiative launched in 2025, Afriyea Golf Academy introduced its inaugural Global Golf Mentorship Programme, attracting support from 32 industry leaders across 11 countries.[22] This program represents a transformative step for African golf, providing young golfers with access to international expertise and mentorship opportunities.[23] The mentorship program is designed to connect promising young golfers with experienced professionals from around the world, providing guidance on both golf technique and life skills development. This initiative has been praised as groundbreaking for its potential to develop African golf talent on a global scale.[22]

References

  1. ^ a b c Lwanga, Kenneth (15 December 2020). "Afriyea Golf Academy | Big Vision Of Reaching Golf To All Corners Of Uganda. | Ground Sports". Retrieved 3 July 2025.
  2. ^ Lwanga, Kenneth (19 March 2021). "AFRIYEA Golf Academy Surprises The Country By Raising A National Star | Ground Sports". Retrieved 3 July 2025.
  3. ^ a b taylor, kyle (12 August 2021). "AFRIYEA GOLF ACADEMY LAUNCHES THE FIRST YOUTH GOLF ACADEMY IN UGANDA, AFRICA". The Golf Wire. Retrieved 3 July 2025.
  4. ^ Reporter, NewVision (11 August 2022). "Former golf star Feroze tips AFRIYEA for future golf stardom". New Vision. Retrieved 3 July 2025.
  5. ^ "AFRIYEA Golf Academy set for first graduation | Swift Sports Uganda". swiftsportsug.com. 14 December 2020. Archived from the original on 27 April 2023. Retrieved 18 April 2023.
  6. ^ admin_Jubilee (22 December 2020). "AFRIYEA Golf Academy Awards Pioneer Students On Their First Graduation Ceremony". 105.6 FM Jubilee Radio. Retrieved 3 July 2025.
  7. ^ Reporter, NewVision (29 July 2022). "Banyatereza PS tops AFRIYEA Inter-school Golf Championship at Tooro Club". New Vision. Retrieved 3 July 2025.
  8. ^ "Afriyea Golf Academy – Partnership with PGA Performance Coach Phil Jenkins to launch first School Golf Mental Program in Uganda". MyGolfWay - Plataforma Online del Sector del Golf - Online Platform of Golf Industry. 16 April 2025. Retrieved 3 July 2025.
  9. ^ Isabirye, David (16 December 2021). "AFRIYEA Golf Academy to host inaugural Juniors' tourney". Kawowo Sports. Retrieved 3 July 2025.
  10. ^ "Banyatereza PS tops AFRIYEA Inter-school Golf Championship at Tooro Club – Bukedde Online – Amawulire". bukedde.co.ug. 29 July 2022. Retrieved 19 April 2023.
  11. ^ Staff, The 19th Hole (20 July 2022). "Golf Academy Helps Communities in Africa Recover From War -". Retrieved 3 July 2025.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  12. ^ "AFRIYEA Golf Academy: A year of remarkable growth for Uganda's Golf future". Kawowo Sports. 31 December 2024. Retrieved 3 July 2025.
  13. ^ "Afriyea Golf Academy Reviews". TripAdvisor. Retrieved 3 July 2025.
  14. ^ "About Us". Afriyea Golf Academy. 20 October 2022. Retrieved 3 July 2025.
  15. ^ "UK club partners with Ugandan golf academy". 24 February 2022.
  16. ^ Hall, Mike (25 January 2023). "Kids Golf In Uganda Offered Major Boost With New Training Site Link Up". Golf Monthly. Retrieved 3 July 2025.
  17. ^ "AFRIYEA Golf Academy partners with Center of Gravity company". JoriPress. Retrieved 3 July 2025.
  18. ^ "AFRIYEA Golf Academy targets extending golf beyond Fort Portal | Swift Sports Uganda". swiftsportsug.com. 7 December 2020. Archived from the original on 23 April 2023. Retrieved 18 April 2023.
  19. ^ Abdusalam, Kigozi (30 January 2023). "AFRIYEA Golf Academy Triumphs at International Golf Awards in Yorkshire". ChimpReports. Retrieved 3 July 2025.
  20. ^ Isabirye, David (26 January 2023). "Uganda's AFRIYEA Golf Academy clinches global gong | Golf Environment Awards 2023". Kawowo Sports.
  21. ^ "The Afriyea Golf Academy: Breaking new ground in Uganda". Golf Today. 10 September 2024. Retrieved 3 July 2025.
  22. ^ a b "Global Golf Mentorship Initiative launches in Uganda". The Independent. 19 June 2025. Retrieved 3 July 2025.
  23. ^ "Global Golf Mentorship programme officially launched with 32 mentors from 11 countries". Kawowo Sports. 19 June 2025. Retrieved 3 July 2025.
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