Nedbank for Good series concludes successful northern stint
Golf
The 2025 Nedbank for Good golf series marked another major milestone with the successful hosting of round 6, 7 and 8 in the northern regions.
The northern stint saw successful events at Oshakati Golf Club on 5 July, Tsumeb Golf Club on 19 July, and the new added venue at Grootfontein Golf Club last Saturday.
Round 7 in Tsumeb saw Divan Oosthuizen taking top honours with 44 points for the win, ahead of Terus Burger (37) and third-placed Barend van Nieuwholtz (36).
The Grootfontein leg saw Antonius Amugongo (42 points) taking first place, closely followed by Festus Shetukana (40 points), who was placed second on count-out ahead of Videlis Hanganda (40).
Afterwards, Amugongo praised the organisers for executing the tournament well: “I feel very good. It was a good competition and well organised. I am happy I won. The new venue was excellent. I am coming back next year, and I am looking forward to meeting more competitors then.”
Series organiser Dan Zwiebel said the Grootfontein event was a success, as the series continues to foster golf development across the nation.
“Bringing the Nedbank for Good Series to new venues like Grootfontein is integral to our mission. It not only provides an exciting platform for golfers to compete, but also spurs growth within local golf clubs. The talent we witnessed in Grootfontein reinforces our commitment to expanding the footprint of golf in Namibia.”
Grootfontein Golf Club's captain, Frans Katjimune, emphasised the significance of the event for their club, saying it was a good learning experience: “We are looking forward to being a permanent fixture on the series calendar, to develop golf and discover new talent.”
Katjimune pointed out the growing interest from the Namibia Defence Force members based in the town and plans for a meeting to discuss potential new members.
While acknowledging past struggles with membership, Katjimune noted recent improvements, saying the club is now home to 50 members, with 20 residing outside town. He appealed for sponsorship, stressing the need for clubhouse maintenance, fairway upkeep, and the desire to host more tournaments.
Katjimune praised the sponsors and organisers for their professional handling of the event, describing it as an enlightening and delightful experience.
Up next: Outjo
Organisers say the Outjo Golf Course is ready to host its first Nedbank for Good Series event this weekend, marking the third and final new venue to be introduced this year.
Zwiebel says everything is set, with registration in full swing.
“We are incredibly excited to bring the Nedbank for Good Series to Outjo Golf Club for the first time. The support we've received at Okahandja and Grootfontein (the two new venues in 2025) has been phenomenal, and we hope for a similar response and a fantastic golfing weekend. We expect a fantastic turnout of both participants and fans.”
Zwiebel elaborated on the strategic importance of introducing new venues.
“Firstly, it allows us to discover emerging talent within the golf community from different regions of Namibia. Every new course gives us a fresh test, pushing our players to adapt and showcase their skills on diverse terrains.
“Secondly, it's about keeping the series exciting and attractive. To maintain its appeal and encourage continued participation, we must be innovative and offer fresh experiences. Stagnation is the biggest fear for a series like ours, and by constantly evolving, we ensure its longevity and impact.”
Suene Venter scored 38 points to win the women's division ahead of Celonika Robinson (29) and Ruanda de Beer (27).
Expanding reach
Nedbank Namibia’s Chief Commercial Officer, JG van Graan, said the addition of new venues is a testament to Nedbank's never-ending dedication to reach all communities across Namibia.
He added that this holistic approach to community development through sport is at the very core of Nedbank Namibia.
“By decentralising these sporting events, we are providing opportunities for more Namibians to engage in competitive golf and also directly contributing to the development of local sports infrastructure, fostering healthier lifestyles, and nurturing talent at a grassroots level across the entire nation.”
The proceeds from this year's series directly benefit Agra ProVision, which aims to provide training, services, and support to underserved agricultural communities.
The Nedbank for Good Series is made possible by Nedbank Namibia as the title sponsor, with support from partners Autohaus Windhoek, Vivo Energy, AfricaOnline, Agra, B2Gold, Gondwana Collection Namibia, JTC Namibia, King Price, Pupkewitz Megabuild, Town Lodge Windhoek, WV-Manufacturing and Future Media.
The northern stint saw successful events at Oshakati Golf Club on 5 July, Tsumeb Golf Club on 19 July, and the new added venue at Grootfontein Golf Club last Saturday.
Round 7 in Tsumeb saw Divan Oosthuizen taking top honours with 44 points for the win, ahead of Terus Burger (37) and third-placed Barend van Nieuwholtz (36).
The Grootfontein leg saw Antonius Amugongo (42 points) taking first place, closely followed by Festus Shetukana (40 points), who was placed second on count-out ahead of Videlis Hanganda (40).
Afterwards, Amugongo praised the organisers for executing the tournament well: “I feel very good. It was a good competition and well organised. I am happy I won. The new venue was excellent. I am coming back next year, and I am looking forward to meeting more competitors then.”
Series organiser Dan Zwiebel said the Grootfontein event was a success, as the series continues to foster golf development across the nation.
“Bringing the Nedbank for Good Series to new venues like Grootfontein is integral to our mission. It not only provides an exciting platform for golfers to compete, but also spurs growth within local golf clubs. The talent we witnessed in Grootfontein reinforces our commitment to expanding the footprint of golf in Namibia.”
Grootfontein Golf Club's captain, Frans Katjimune, emphasised the significance of the event for their club, saying it was a good learning experience: “We are looking forward to being a permanent fixture on the series calendar, to develop golf and discover new talent.”
Katjimune pointed out the growing interest from the Namibia Defence Force members based in the town and plans for a meeting to discuss potential new members.
While acknowledging past struggles with membership, Katjimune noted recent improvements, saying the club is now home to 50 members, with 20 residing outside town. He appealed for sponsorship, stressing the need for clubhouse maintenance, fairway upkeep, and the desire to host more tournaments.
Katjimune praised the sponsors and organisers for their professional handling of the event, describing it as an enlightening and delightful experience.
Up next: Outjo
Organisers say the Outjo Golf Course is ready to host its first Nedbank for Good Series event this weekend, marking the third and final new venue to be introduced this year.
Zwiebel says everything is set, with registration in full swing.
“We are incredibly excited to bring the Nedbank for Good Series to Outjo Golf Club for the first time. The support we've received at Okahandja and Grootfontein (the two new venues in 2025) has been phenomenal, and we hope for a similar response and a fantastic golfing weekend. We expect a fantastic turnout of both participants and fans.”
Zwiebel elaborated on the strategic importance of introducing new venues.
“Firstly, it allows us to discover emerging talent within the golf community from different regions of Namibia. Every new course gives us a fresh test, pushing our players to adapt and showcase their skills on diverse terrains.
“Secondly, it's about keeping the series exciting and attractive. To maintain its appeal and encourage continued participation, we must be innovative and offer fresh experiences. Stagnation is the biggest fear for a series like ours, and by constantly evolving, we ensure its longevity and impact.”
Suene Venter scored 38 points to win the women's division ahead of Celonika Robinson (29) and Ruanda de Beer (27).
Expanding reach
Nedbank Namibia’s Chief Commercial Officer, JG van Graan, said the addition of new venues is a testament to Nedbank's never-ending dedication to reach all communities across Namibia.
He added that this holistic approach to community development through sport is at the very core of Nedbank Namibia.
“By decentralising these sporting events, we are providing opportunities for more Namibians to engage in competitive golf and also directly contributing to the development of local sports infrastructure, fostering healthier lifestyles, and nurturing talent at a grassroots level across the entire nation.”
The proceeds from this year's series directly benefit Agra ProVision, which aims to provide training, services, and support to underserved agricultural communities.
The Nedbank for Good Series is made possible by Nedbank Namibia as the title sponsor, with support from partners Autohaus Windhoek, Vivo Energy, AfricaOnline, Agra, B2Gold, Gondwana Collection Namibia, JTC Namibia, King Price, Pupkewitz Megabuild, Town Lodge Windhoek, WV-Manufacturing and Future Media.
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