Johnson Omollo Wins Re-election as Africa Golf President
The Africa Golf Confederation leader secured a new term during the General Assembly held in Tunisia.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Golf
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Johnson Omollo has been re-elected as President of the Africa Golf Confederation following an unopposed victory. The election received support from 31 nations during the General Assembly in Hammamet, Tunisia.
Why it matters
The re-election strengthens a Pan-Africanist agenda and formalizes a cooperative agreement with the Arab Golf Federation. This partnership aims to bolster youth and women's golf development through future coach and referee exchanges.
Thirty-one nations backed Omollo during the assembly, while 17 countries currently field players in the championship at La Foret Golf Course. The tournament features a total field of 68 athletes.
The players
Johnson Omollo
He is the re-elected President of the Africa Golf Confederation who previously led the Uganda Golf Union.
Mohamed Aziz Fetni
He was elected as the North Africa Vice President after defeating Philip Ochola in the vote.
Michael Aggrey
He retained his leadership position as the General Secretary of the Africa Golf Confederation.
Christopher Mulenga
He returned to his role serving as the Southern Africa Vice President.
The R&A
This is an international golf governing body that officially endorsed the confederation election.
The details
Johnson Omollo secured his second term after 18 months of shuttle diplomacy across various African regions. Alongside the presidential win, the General Assembly saw Mohamed Anwar join the Executive Committee, while Mohamed Aziz Fetni was elected as the North Africa Vice President.
Timeline
Johnson Omollo began serving as the AGC Vice President in 2013.
Omollo served as the Uganda Golf Union President between 2016 and 2017.
Omollo first assumed the continental presidency in 2022.
The General Assembly election took place on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
The final round of the current team tournament is scheduled for October 17, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This election result stabilizes the confederation's governance as it leans into the Africa Golf Confederation and Arab Golf Federation cooperation agreement. The incoming leadership will prioritize the integration of these regional networks to drive development throughout the 2026-2030 term.
The transition to the new 2026-2030 term marks a shift toward standardized referee and coach training protocols across participating member nations. Players and coaches should anticipate new exchange opportunities resulting from the finalized Arab Golf Federation partnership.
The takeaway
The successful re-election of incumbent leadership suggests a strong continental consensus on future development goals. Stakeholders can expect a period of increased collaboration between African and Arab golf organizations as new youth programs are implemented.
What happens next
The Africa Golf Confederation leadership team will finalize their specific 2026-2030 priorities during the ongoing All Africa Team Championship that concludes on October 17, 2026.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Independent Uganda:.
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