LIV Golf, the global golf league is headed to SA.
The groundbreaking news were confirmed on Sunday at Steyn City, that mzansi will host first ever LIV Golf from March 20-22, 2026.
The three-day tournament will be led by SA’s darlings known as Stinger GC, Louis Oosthuizen and featuring fellow countrymen Dean Burmester, Branden Grace, and 2011 Masters Champion, Charl Schwartzel.
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), Dustin Johnson (4Aces GC), and others.
The LIV Golf field is comprised of 18 major champions with a combined 28 major championships.
The announcement follows confirmation earlier this week of dates and tickets going on sale for next year’s LIV Golf UK by JCB and LIV Golf Adelaide events, demonstrating the league’s growth and commitment to international expansion.
With new and returning venues still to be announced for the 2026 schedule, LIV Golf continues to deliver on its mission to bring innovative, fan-focused events to a growing list of global destinations throughout North America, Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, and now Africa.
Louis Oosthuizen, Captain of Stinger GCsaid, “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.”
The hugely excited Gayton McKenzie, Minister of Sport, 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.
“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,” says McKenzie, who was backed by the Premier of Gauteng, Panyaza Lesufi, that tourism will benefit greatly from the tourney.
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 today 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.”
Steven Louw, CEO of Steyn City Properties, elaborated, 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.”
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 to enjoy a festival of world-class golf, live music, and family-friendly experiences.
More details on additional players list, hospitality packages, grounds passes and entertainment for LIV Golf South Africa will be unveiled soon.
Image supplied (SA led and captain- Stinger GC, Louis Oosthuizen and compatriots are headed back home for the first ever 2026 LIG Golf SA in March from 20 to 23 at Steyn City, Joburg).
