First Republican President Dr. Kenneth Kaunda has expressed happiness at the ongoing developments at the Livingstone Royal Golf Club.
Dr. Kaunda says the Golf Club had been in a dilapidated state and spelt doom for
the sport.
He said this shortly before teeing off at today’s PRO-AM tournament in Livingstone.
Dr. Kaunda who jogged briefly before teeing off, urged participants to continue
supporting the sport.
By press time, Dr. Kaunda who had earlier complained of fatigue due to too much
traveling, had only covered two holes but was determined to go through the remaining
seven holes.
Meanwhile, Zambia Golf Union president Joe Malanji has commended Dr. Kaunda for
continuing to support golf.
Mr Malanji however expressed disappointment at frigid attitude of youth’s towards
the sports.
Mr. Malanji said youths longer appreciate sports and urged government to come up
with deliberate policies that would ensure youths participate fully in sporting
activities.
And Livingstone Golf Club president Justine Mwansa on behalf of the golfing
committee expressed gratitude at people’s positive response towards the flagging off
of the tournament.
He thanked the sponsors that include Barclays Bank and Spar for their support.
This year’s tournament has attracted 188 local as well as international golfers.
