Roke Telkom, a fully licensed Ugandan-based telecommunications company in partnership with Entebbe Ladies Golf Club has launched the Entebbe Ladies Open ahead of the Women’s Day Celebrations slated for 8th March 2021. The tournament was announced at the Golf Club amid other sponsors.

“We are glad to be a part of this year’s tournament as brand sponsors for the Entebbe Ladies Golf Open. This is our second year partnering with the club to bring this event to life while celebrating the women in our communities.” Michelle Baine, the Brand Manager at Roke Telkom said.

“We continue to pledge our unwavering support to the planning and organizing of this event as a way to continually encourage the involvement of women in sports, ” Michelle commented, adding that, “The game of golf has seen growth on the women’s front over the last decade despite the challenges the developing sport continues to face.”

Roke will provide free Wi-Fi internet for the tournament Parties in attendance.

Rita Apel, the Lady Captain of Entebbe Golf Club in her remarks said, “As has been the tradition, we hold the Ladies Golf Open event the weekend before women’s day each year. Due to the global pandemic, this year’s event will have strict COVID-19 regulations and SOP’s observance that we as a club must follow,”

Apel explained that, “The pandemic has also affected the number of golfers we shall have, especially those from the neighboring countries. The COVID-19 SOPs will not only be applied on the 19th hole, but also right from the entrance where the golfers and fans will be expected.

“Participants in the competition are required to be present five minutes before their tee-off time to avoid overcrowding and ensure their safety,” she concluded.

The two-day event will tee off on 5th and 6th March 2021 starting at 8:00 AM, and the 19th hole event will kick off at 5:30 PM up until 8:00 PM.