The Future of Zimbabwean Golf Just Got a Game-Changer: Leadbetter Golf Academy Reopens at Royal Harare with ENDA Sportswear as Title Sponsor
Harare, Zimbabwe — Orlando, FL (April 30, 2025) —A new era of golf is unfolding in Zimbabwe as the prestigious Golfzon Leadbetter Academy reopens at the Royal Harare Golf Club. It is powered by a groundbreaking partnership with ENDA Sportswear,a bold, African-born, Kenyan-rooted sportswear brand with global ambitions.
This revival marks a significant turning point for junior golf development in Zimbabwe. Just months ago, the academy—renowned for supporting young golfers and Tour players around the world via the Golfzon Leadbetter Academy—was on the verge of shutting down due to funding challenges. That all changed thanks to the visionary support of James Boyce, co-founder of the Huffington Post, whose strategic introduction led to an unexpected but game-changing partnership with ENDA.
A Homecoming for David Leadbetter & a New Chapter for African Golf
The return of David Leadbetter—one of the most influential figures in golf coaching—to Royal Harare is a momentous occasion. His career, shaping some of the sport’s greatest players, began in Zimbabwe. With the academy’s reopening, young golfers will have unprecedented access to world-class training, setting the stage for the next generation of champions.
Ryan Cairns, Managing Director of Leadbetter Golf Academy Zimbabwe, shared his excitement: “This is a defining moment for Zimbabwean golf. Having Golfzon Leadbetter Academy back at Royal Harare means that our junior players will again have access to the best coaching and development opportunities. Partnering with ENDA—an innovative sportswear brand with deep African roots—gives us a unique edge in shaping the future of the sport in Zimbabwe and beyond.”
ENDA Sportswear: From Kenya to Zimbabwe, and Expanding Beyond Running
As Africa’s leading sportswear brand, ENDA Sportswear was founded in Kenya, the home of world-class runners, to create high-performance sports gear with African craftsmanship at its core. Known for revolutionizing performance running, ENDA is now expanding beyond running to become a global player in sportswear, with dedicated product lines in golf, basketball, soccer, rugby, and more.
Elis Clementino, Head of Strategic Relationships at ENDA, emphasized the brand’s vision: “At ENDA, we’ve always believed that Africa should be at the forefront of sports innovation. We started with running, but this is just the beginning. We are shifting into a broader vision—building a global sportswear brand that caters to athletes across multiple disciplines. Golf is the first step, but we’re also moving into basketball, soccer, rugby, and beyond. Our mission is to equip and empower athletes worldwide with performance-driven, African-designed sportswear that meets global standards.”
A Milestone Moment for Zimbabwean Golf
The reopening of the Golfzon Leadbetter Academy at Royal Harare, presented by ENDA Sportswear, is a defining moment for the future of Zimbabwean golf. This collaboration strengthens local golf development while further establishing ENDA as a key player in global sportswear innovation.
As ENDA expands into multiple sports, this partnership signals a new era for African excellence in performance gear—designed on the continent for the world.
Leadbetter is regarded by many as the world’s premier golf instructor. He is the 2017 PGA Teacher of the Year, a PGA Hall of Fame Professional, golf entrepreneur, and inventor. His clientele includes 26 major champions, seven world number ones, and many more of the world’s very best and most famous golfers. He is also the author of eight golf instruction books making him the world’s top author of golf instruction books with more than 2.5 million copies sold. Leadbetter continues to mentor and teach many Tour players and recently launched the revolutionary swing aid—the Straight Away.
Golfzon Leadbetter Academy’s mission is to elevate the game of golf and inspire lifelong improvement in players of all skill levels. Through an unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation, the Academies provide a world-class golf experience that combines cutting-edge technology and expert coaching.