Johannesburg, South Africa: LIV Golf has announced that Steyn City will play host to the first-ever LIV Golf South Africa from March 20-22, 2026.

A multi-year commitment, the announcement represents a landmark moment for the League as it expands to the African continent for the first time, extending LIV Golf competition to five continents across the globe.
 
The tournament will spotlight Stinger GC, the league’s all-South African team, captained by 2010 Open champion Louis Oosthuizen and featuring fellow countrymen Dean Burmester, Branden Grace, and 2011 Masters champion Charl Schwartzel.

The team can expect to enjoy strong home support as they compete for both individual and team titles in a 54-strong field of across three days in front of passionate local fans.

In addition to home team Stinger GC, they’ll be joined by a host of international stars including current 2025 season points leader Joaquin Niemann (Torque GC), Bryson DeChambeau (Crushers GC), Brooks Koepka (Smash GC), Phil Mickelson (HyFlyers GC), Jon Rahm (Legion XIII), Sergio Garcia (Fireballs GC), Cam Smith (Ripper GC) and Dustin Johnson (4Aces GC).

The LIV Golf field is comprised of 18 Major champions with a combined 28 Major championships.
 
The Club at Steyn City, located just north of Johannesburg, is known for its Nicklaus Design course. With sweeping fairways, dramatic scenery, and a legacy of hosting professional tournaments, the course will provide an ideal setting for LIV Golf’s debut in Africa.
 
Post-play concerts and engaging fan experiences have become hallmark features of LIV Golf events, creating a unique festival atmosphere at every international stop. South Africa will be no exception, with marquee music entertainment to be announced in the event lead-up.
 
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 add Africa, marking another exciting opportunity to showcase LIV Golf to a new audience and market.

“Our league is committed to driving the sport forward through competition, an innovative format, new investment opportunities, and collaborative partnerships that support progress throughout the communities we serve.

“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.”
 
Stinger GC’s Oosthuizen 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 Stinger GC. 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.”
 
Minister McKenzie added: “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.
 
“LIV will also help to popularise golf in South Africa, and I also look forward to using the big concerts each day as a platform to show off our amazing home-grown, internationally competitive entertainment. We take our hats off to LIV as an organisation for heeding the call to include Africa on their calendar if they wish to call themselves a truly global brand. This is what we want to see for other sports too, from Formula One to the Summer Olympics.
 
“We are excited to work with LIV Golf’s team to deliver a festival of sport and culture that will inspire fans, boost tourism, and create lasting opportunities for our communities, because LIV has committed to reinvesting into the countries that welcome them.”