Musonda makes history with first Zambian win at Uganda Amateur Open

What the report says

Dominic Musonda has won the Johnnie Walker Uganda Amateur Golf Open, becoming the first Zambian to take the title, according to The Independent Uganda. The tournament was held at Uganda Golf Club in Kampala, and the report says Musonda sealed the 94th edition on Friday after carrying a six-stroke lead into the final round.

The article says Musonda’s four-round scores of 72, 68, 64 and 75 gave him a total of 279, nine under par. It also notes that he had finished runner-up in last year’s event, but this time separated himself from the field after day two and stayed in control through the final day.

Musonda credited his achievement to faith and to support from fellow Zambians who traveled to Uganda. The Independent Uganda also reported that compatriot Gilbert Chalwe finished second at six under par, three shots behind, while defending champion Joseph Cwinyaai placed third. Joseph Kasozi, who led after day one, finished fourth.

The result is notable because Zambian players have had success in the professional version of the Uganda Open, but not previously in the amateur championship. The top 10 amateurs are scheduled to move on to the Pro Open next week, adding further context to the significance of Musonda’s win.