TZ golfers ready for Africa Championship

SOUTH AFRICA: THREE of Tanzania’s top elite amateur golfers have safely arrived in South Africa, ready to compete in the 2025 Africa Amateur Golf Championship, which tees off tomorrow.

Organised by The Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews (R&A), the championship brings together Africa’s top male and female amateur golfers for a fourday competition at the renowned Leopard Creek Country Club in South Africa.

Tanzania Golf Union (TGU) official Jonhson John expressed the union’s excitement, stating: “We are delighted to announce that three of our outstanding players— Samuel Kileo, who will compete in the men’s category, along with Vicky Elias and Madina Iddi, have arrived safely in South Africa to compete in the 2025 Africa Amateur Championship.”

The TGU has also extended its best wishes to the national representatives ahead of the prestigious tournament.

The tournament, running from February 5 to February 8, 2025, will be a crucial platform for Tanzania’s rising golf stars.

“We take immense pride in their selection and encourage all golf stakeholders in the country to continue supporting them by offering motivation and best wishes for this important competition. Your support is invaluable in empowering our players as they represent Tanzania on this international stage,” John added.

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He said TGU is confident that Kileo and Vicky from Tanzania People’s Defence Forces (TPDF) Lugalo Golf Club of Dar es Salaam and Madina from Arusha Gymkhana Club (AGC) will showcase their skills and bring honour to Tanzania.

“We urge everyone to support them in every way possible and wish them great success. Together, we can help our players achieve their dreams and elevate the status of golf in Tanzania,” he said.

Kileo will compete among 72 male golfers in a 72-hole stroke play format, with the winner earning an exemption to The 153rd Open at Royal Portrush. Meanwhile, Vicky and Madina will be among 21 elite female golfers invited to compete in a 54- hole challenge.

The Tanzanian players will also aim to improve their positions in the World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) points. Madina however extended her gratitude to TGU for its support, which ensured smooth travel and participation.

She promised to give her best effort and put Tanzania in the spotlight during the championship.