Bloomberg, R&A program drives Tanzania’s young golf talent

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The junior program has attracted participation from Tanzania, Mauritius, Egypt, Kenya and South Africa, while Zanzibar is also among the areas benefiting from the initiative

For Tanzania, the significance goes beyond simply increasing the number of children playing golf. Early participation creates a larger talent pool from which competitive players can emerge, while exposure to golfers from other countries gives youngsters opportunities to gain experience and understand the standards required at regional and international level. The programme is sponsored by former New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg through Bloomberg Philanthropies, with support from organisations involved in global golf development. But the expansion of the sport also presents an infrastructure question. Tanzania has 11 active golf courses, providing a base for the sport’s growth, but sustained development will require continued investment in facilities, coaching and competitions to ensure increased participation translates into measurable competitive progress.

Bloomberg, R&A program drives Tanzania’s young golf talent

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