International media spotlight Egypt as Madinaty Golf Club hosts World Golf Awards 2026

International golf media have highlighted Egypt’s hosting of the 13th edition of the World Golf Awards (WGA 2026), set to take place on Saturday, 7 November, at Madinaty Golf Club.
Specialised outlets including Golf Today, Golf Business News, and Golf Industry Asia covered the event. They pointed to the significance of Egypt hosting the ceremony for the first time on the African continent, saying it strengthens Egypt’s presence on the international golf tourism map and reinforces its growing standing as a leading destination for global sporting events.
The coverage also drew attention to the strengths of Madinaty Golf Club. The club’s courses are designed to the highest international standards, and its integrated sports facilities offer top-quality amenities, providing an exceptional experience for players and visitors and boosting its capacity to host major international tournaments and events.
Foreign media also noted that Madinaty Golf Club, part of Talaat Moustafa Group (TMG), has been named Egypt’s Best Golf Course five times and Africa’s Best Golf Course three times at the World Golf Awards.
Omar Hesham Talaat, Chief Executive Officer of Business Development at TMG, said he was proud that Madinaty Golf Club had been chosen to host the World Golf Awards 2026. He said the event marks an important milestone in showcasing the quality of the sports and golf facilities the group has developed to the highest international standards.
He added that hosting the first edition of the ceremony in Africa reflects the group’s vision of developing integrated destinations that combine sport with a modern lifestyle. He said this also helps strengthen Egypt’s position as a leading regional and international destination for golf tourism.