South Africa’s Golf Cup celebrates 30 years of freedom, democracy

The South African Consulate General in Lagos, in partnership with Crossflex International, will host the South African Golf Tournament at Ikoyi Golf Club tomorrow to mark the 30th anniversary of freedom and democracy, as well as 30 years of unbroken diplomatic relations between South Africa and Nigeria.

According to Managing Director of Crossflex and coordinator of the event, Tolu Adesemowo, the event, which debuted last year as the South Africa Consul General Cup, will feature over 100 players.

“Last year’s edition of the event left an impression on the players; especially fun and the atmosphere it created among the diplomatic community. There was a compelling need for it to make a return for the freshness it brings to golf in Ikoyi and the diplomatic circle.”

Adesemowo said that this year’s event, like its previous editions, will feature top amateur players at the Ikoyi Club 1938, male and female, vying for honours with the Stableford scoring system.

“The event will see a “short-gun” tee-off, with all the players setting out from each of the 18 holes simultaneously. This would help us manage the huge entry that has signed on for the event, and also help manage the closing ceremony later in the event.”

The event, sponsored by Geregu Power PLC, Qshop, Pepsi, Acutech, Kaldi Africa, Simplygolf apparel, will be an 18-hole Stableford game.

Earlier, South Africa’s Consul General in Lagos, Professor Bobby Moroe, endorsed the appointment of Crossflex International Nigeria Limited as a partner.

In a statement, he said: “We are excited and proud to partner with Crossflex International, one amongst the reputable private golfing agencies in Nigeria. Sports diplomacy, in particular, golf, is a crescendo to harness partnerships and promote enduring relationships amongst the golfing community.”

The event is set as part of the South African Week Celebrations in Nigeria and will be one of the major events in celebrating the 30th year of independence for the Rainbow nation since apartheid was abolished.