Africa-Press – Tanzania. TANZANIANS have been called to brace the arrival of world class European Tour Golf Championship and reap hosting benefits.
For the first time, Tanzania has been honoured to host the world-class event which brings together top golf professionals at Kili Golf Club in Arusha in April next year.
Speaking on behalf of the Chief of Defense Forces (CDF) Venance Mabeyo, TPDF Chief of Staff, Lt Gen, Mathew Mkingule said the arrival of the tournament is an important opportunity to boost tourism and the economy.
Mkingule, who was the Chief Guest during the closing ceremony of the Lugalo Open 2021 at the TPDF Lugalo course in Dar es Salaam over the weekend, said the country must be ready to tap in the opportunities.
“We have to ensure we advertise the country’s tourism attractions, but also tap in other available business opportunities during their stay,” he said.
Vice Chairman of the Tanzania Golf Union (TGU), David Luoga said over 158 golfers and more than 400 guests are expected to land in the country during the competition.
However, Mkingule said TPDF will continue with its efforts to promote sports including golf.
“We will continue to strengthen, develop and participate in sports with the aim of promoting Tanzania internationally,” he said.
He added that the Chief of the Defence Forces, Mabeyo recognizes the good work being done by the Lugalo club under chairman, Michael Luwongo and pledged to continue supporting it.
Mkingule thanked the main sponsors Africarriers Ltd and the co-sponsor TBL for making the tournament a huge success and urged them to continue supporting the game.
The Lugalo Open battle saw Victor Joseph from Dar es Salaam Gymkhana Club (DGC) winning his third consecutive national level title.
Joseph emerged as the overall winner after grossing 150 strokes in the 36-hole event. The second place was taken by Ally Mcharo from TPC Moshi who grossed 154, and host Marius Kajuna finished third overall with 158 strokes.
The men’s Division A winner was Raj Lavingia who netted 146 strokes to beat Michael Massawe on countback rule.
Division B winner was Lunacho Kigome who netted 148 strokes followed by Khalid Shemndolwa who returned 148 strokes.
Peter Elias netted 145 strokes to win Division C title while the second place was taken by Amir Kangajaka who carved 146 strokes.
Edmund Mndolwa won the Senior category with 147 strokes whereas Gulam Dewji finished second place with 151 strokes.
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