A RESOLVE IN HIS HONOUR BY: –
PETER MARTINS MUNYUAH
&
DAVID KOBLA SOSAH
Kenya’s golfing history is deeply enriched by the remarkable contributions of the Farrar and Sosah families, names that are synonymous with excellence, leadership, and stewardship of the game across several decades.
David Farrar – Champion of the Game
In 1967, David Farrar won the Kenya National Amateur Golf Championship, a title he would be closely associated with for decades. From the 1960s through to the 1980s, he remained one of Kenya’s most formidable amateur golfers, consistently finishing either winner or runner-up in national competitions. He was particularly dominant at the Kenya Open, where he claimed the Amateur Silver Salver a record seven times between 1968 and 1990, sharing podiums with legends like Severiano Ballesteros (1978) and Christy O’Connor Junior (1990). His principal rival during this golden era was John Mucheru, and together they dominated the amateur scene well into the early 1990s.
In later years, David Farrar went on to become Kenya’s Senior Golf Champion, a position he held with distinction until recently. Beyond the fairways, he was also a respected leader in Kenya’s insurance industry, serving in senior corporate positions and helping shape the sector nationally.
Charles Farrar – The Professional
Charles, David’s brother, pursued professional golf and competed in several high-ranking tournaments, including the Kenya Open Golf Championship. He frequently finished runner-up or within the top ten, consistently placing in the prize bracket.
Charles also worked as a golf professional and trainer, mentoring younger players and contributing to the growth of the sport. He served as Kenya’s national coach from 2007 to 2013 and in 2015, and was instrumental in founding initiatives like the Golf Talent Foundation and Junior Golf Foundation, which nurtured talents such as Kopan Timbe, James Lorum, Paul Thuo, Nelson Mudanyi, Nicholas Rokoine and the late Peter Njiru, among others. He was an astute businessman, writer on golf matters, and a noted philanthropist.
Family Roots and Muthaiga Golf Club
The Farrar brothers inherited their passion for golf from their father, Mr. John Farrar, himself an avid golfer.
From the 1960s to the late 1980s, Mr. John Farrar jointly managed and oversaw the running of Muthaiga Golf Club alongside the late Emanuel Sosah, an agronomist and landscape architect.
Muthaiga Golf Club stands as one of the most prestigious golf clubs in East and Central Africa and is widely regarded as the home of golf in Kenya. It hosts the annual Kenya Open Golf Championship, an international tournament that attracts top players from around the world.
The Sosah Contribution
The late Emmanuel Sosah and, later, his son John Sosah, were highly respected agronomists and landscape architects who played a key role in the design, construction, and maintenance of golf courses across Kenya. Through Sosah & Associates Menelik Makonnen a nephew of Mr. Sosah and cousin to John and David Sosah was part of the formation of Sosah and Associates and worked closely with Mr. Sosah and John, they trained course maintenance teams and elevated professional standards in golf course management nationwide.
Formation of Golf Options Kenya Ltd
Following the passing of Emmanuel Sosah in 1990 and the retirement of John Farrar in the mid-1990s, the next generation carried forward their shared vision.
In 1995, David Farrar, Charles Farrar, John Sosah, David Sosah, and their close associate Peter Martins Munyua formed Golf Options Kenya Ltd, a company dedicated to golf course design, development, consultancy, and construction.
Their projects included involvement in the creation and development of Windsor Golf Hotel & Country Club, Thika Greens Golf Resort, The development of Golf Park.
Consultants for Jumeirah Golf Estates – Dubai, Aberdare Golf Club and Buffalo Hills
They also operated the professional shop at Muthaiga Golf Club, further cementing their role in Kenya’s golf ecosystem.
The Next Generation of Leadership
John Sosah followed in his father’s footsteps as a landscape architect and agronomist.
David Sosah, a geologist and gemmologist, also served as a project manager and business administrator within the company (and currently serves as CEO of Golf Options Kenya Ltd).
Peter Martins Munyuah, a former bank manager with financial background, brought financial and corporate leadership to the venture. He at one time served as an official within the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and presently serves as Chairman of Golf Options Kenya Ltd, providing strategic oversight and ensuring the company’s stability and direction in the post-founders’ era.
Recent Losses and Continuing Legacy
The golfing fraternity has, in recent years, mourned the passing of key figures in this historic partnership:
- Charles Farrar – January 2, 2017
- John Sosah – 2021
- David Farrar – February 11, 2026
David Farrar’s recent passing on February 11, 2026, marks the end of an era in Kenyan golf. His cremation took place on February 13, 2026, at Kariokor Crematorium, with memorials to follow. He leaves behind a profound impact as a champion, mentor, and industry leader.
In honour of their legacy,
Chairman Peter Martins Munyuah and CEO David Sosah have vowed to keep Golf Options Kenya Ltd active and strong, preserving the founders’ vision and eventually handing it over to the next generation so that the legacy of golf development and excellence in Kenya continues.
A Lasting Heritage
The Farrar, Sosah, and Munyuah’s families share a proud and illustrious history in Kenyan golf; one defined by championship play, course development, mentorship, and service to the sport.
Their contribution spans competitive golf, administration, course design, and professional training. Together, they helped shape modern golf in Kenya and left a legacy that will endure through future generations.
The end of an era marks the beginning of opening new frontiers. As one chapter closes with the passing of these pioneers, the spirit of innovation, dedication, and passion they instilled will propel Kenyan golf toward greater heights – ensuring the game remains honorable, inclusive, and thriving for generations to come.
Golf remains an honorable sport, and through their work, its traditions in Kenya remain strong.
