A companion event with its own identity

The Africa Amateur Women’s Invitational is part of a broader effort to expand the opportunities available to elite amateur golfers in Africa. Staged alongside the men’s Africa Amateur Championship, it gives leading women amateur golfers a dedicated championship platform rather than treating women’s participation as a side story. The event is organised by The R&A with local partners and the venue announced for each edition.

What players compete for

The championship is an individual competition, with the winner decided under the published stroke-play regulations. Entry criteria, field size, rounds and qualifying arrangements should be checked in the rules for the current edition, as those details may evolve. The event’s significance is also tied to the opportunities attached to the title: For the 2026 edition, the champion earned starts in The Women’s Amateur Championship, Final Qualifying for the AIG Women’s Open, the Joburg Ladies Open, the Investec South African Women’s Open and the Waterfall City Tournament of Champions powered by Attacq. These opportunities are edition-specific, so readers should confirm the current list in The R&A’s published regulations.

Why a dedicated women’s event matters

A strong amateur platform can help players gain experience against the continent’s best, earn international attention and set a clear competitive goal for the season. It also gives federations and coaches a point of comparison for the development of women’s golf, while helping fans discover players before they move into professional events.

What to follow each year

• The host course and how its length, greens and weather shape the test.
• The qualifying rules and official entry list, which determine the field.
• The champion’s next steps, including any exemptions or invitations confirmed by The R&A for that edition.