LIV Golf is to expand its international reach next year with the introduction of a new tournament in South Africa.

The Club at Steyn City in Johannesburg is set to host LIV Golf South Africa from 20-22 March 2026 as part of a multi-year agreement.

The announcement represents a landmark moment for the league as it expands to the African continent for the first time, extending LIV Golf’s reach to five continents across the world.

Early bird tickets for LIV Golf South Africa are now available for purchase at LIVGolf.com/southafrica2026, including a select number of Club 54 Hospitality Tickets and three-day Ground Passes.

LIV Golf’s current roster of players includes four South Africa players – Louis Oosthuizen, Dean Burmester, Branden Grace, and Charl Schwartzel – who all of whom represent Stinger GC.

The Club at Steyn City, located just north of Johannesburg, boasts a 7,700-yard, par-72 championship course designed by Nicklaus Design which opened in 2014.

Steyn City Properties CEO Steven Louw; Panyaza Lesufi (Premier of Gauteng Province), Stinger GC Captain Louis Oosthuizen, Gayton McKenzie (South Africa Minister of Sport, Arts & Culture), and LIV Golf CEO Scott O’Neil (photo by LIV Golf)

Ross Hallett, LIV Golf Executive Vice President, Head of Events said, “Bringing LIV Golf to South Africa is another significant moment in our journey. The country has a proud sporting heritage with passionate fans and world-class talent, and Steyn City will be an incredible host venue to celebrate this next chapter. We currently have events in Asia, Europe, Australasia, North America and now we have added Africa, marking another exciting opportunity to showcase LIV Golf to a new audience and market.

“We are incredibly grateful to have the support of the South African government and especially the Minister for Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie. Together, I know we will deliver a truly unforgettable experience to fans in Johannesburg, drive economic impact and tourism in the region, and showcase all that South Africa has to offer.”

Louis Oosthuizen, Captain of Stinger GC, said: “It’s always special to compete at home, and I’m incredibly proud to bring LIV Golf to South Africa for the first time. For Branden, Charl, Dean and I to play in front of our fans, friends, and families will be an unforgettable experience. South African sports fans love their golf, and I am sure they will turn out in large numbers to support us. South Africa has given so much to us, and now we get to give something back.”

Steven Louw, CEO of Steyn City Properties, said: “We are enormously proud to showcase Johannesburg and South Africa on the global stage, with our world-class lifestyle estate and golf course as shining examples of local excellence. We look forward to partnering with LIV Golf, Gauteng government and other stakeholders to share our country’s exceptional golfing experience with the world, and to play a role in advancing the sport we are so passionate about.”

Gayton McKenzie, South Africa’s Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture said, “This is a special moment to announce that the world’s most dynamic and innovative new golfing format will make its historic debut in South Africa. This will be a proud moment for our nation, showcasing our vibrant sports culture and world-class hospitality to a global audience. The all-South African Stinger GC team is also testament to our country’s rich golfing heritage, and we need to get behind our boys as a country when they are here, so that they can win their nation’s inaugural tournament.

“Visitors will truly feel that they are in Africa, with access to a Big 5 reserve with lions and elephants – Dinokeng – less than an hour’s drive from Steyn City. No LIV event will be anything like this one and we are confident that the world’s golf lovers will make travelling to ours, the world’s most beautiful country, a must-do trip on their calendar.

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