By Mulengera Reporters
Peace Kabasweka capped a thrilling weekend of golf with victory at the sixth Namulonge Ladies Open as players and sponsors combined competition with environmental conservation at Namulonge Golf Club.
Kabasweka emerged champion after a dramatic final round in which she overcame early bogeys with a stunning eagle on the par-4 18th and a birdie on Hole No.3 to edge rival Meron Komugisha in a tense finish. Her closing score of three-over 73 sealed victory after three days of intense competition.
But beyond the battle for silverware, this year’s tournament stood out for its strong environmental message led by Equity Bank Uganda, which spearheaded a tree-planting initiative that saw 300 trees planted around the course.
The exercise, conducted in partnership with IPT, formed part of the club’s wider plan to transform Namulonge from a nine-hole course into a full 18-hole championship facility. Golfers took part in the exercise after completing their rounds, blending sport with conservation efforts aimed at creating a greener future for the club.
Lady Captain Sheila Aine said the initiative marked a major milestone for the tournament and the club’s development plans.
“We are proud of this year’s tournament because it introduced something new — tree planting — which has never happened here before,” Aine said. “It is part of the expansion journey of our course from nine holes to 18 holes. Members are now seeing physically that the course is growing.”
The annual event attracted about 130 golfers across various categories, including silver, bronze, seniors, and invited male participants. The elite silver category featured a demanding 54-hole competition played from Thursday to Saturday.
Players competed for trophies and a Shs1.8 million prize purse shared among the top four finishers before the tournament climaxed with the traditional 19th-hole celebrations.
Aine also hailed Equity Bank’s continued support toward women’s golf in Uganda, saying the partnership had become instrumental in growing the sport and supporting the club’s ambitions.
As the curtains fell on the 2026 Namulonge Ladies Open, the tournament left behind more than champions and trophies. It planted the seeds for a bigger golf course, stronger women’s golf, and a lasting commitment to environmental sustainability. (For comments on this story, get back to us on 0705579994 [WhatsApp line], 0779411734 & 041 4674611 or email us at mulengeranews@gmail.com).
