Telecel Ghana reaffirmed its commitment to heritage, sports, and community at the 68th Asantehene Open Golf Championship, held at the Royal Golf Club in Kumasi. Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II led the ceremonial tee-off alongside Telecel Group Board Chair Nicolas Bourg, Telecel Ghana CEO Patricia Obo-Nai, and business icon Sir Sam Jonah.
The four-day tournament, headlined by Telecel for the eighth consecutive year, brought together over 200 golfers from seven countries, including South Africa, Nigeria, and Côte d’Ivoire. The event opened with a traditional procession and flag-raising ceremony by the Ghana Armed Forces, symbolizing the blend of royal heritage and international sportsmanship.
Chair of the Royal Golf Club’s Management Team, Kwesi Attah-Antwi, lauded Telecel’s continuous support, noting the growing interest and international participation in the tournament.
As part of its broader Ashanti Month celebrations, Telecel also rolled out community-focused initiatives including market activations, enterprise engagement, shop expansions, health outreaches, and educational donations—all aimed at advancing digital and socioeconomic inclusion in the region.
Speaking at the Royal Awards Gala, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II reflected on his personal journey in golf and expressed appreciation to Telecel for sustaining the tournament. “I enjoy golf… and I’m grateful to Telecel for supporting this competition each year. I inherited it, and I pray it continues to thrive,” he said.
The championship concluded with an elegant gala dinner at the Otumfuo Jubilee Hall, where winners across various categories were celebrated. Telecel Ghana’s Samuel Sarpong was named Overall Runner-Up in the Sponsors category, marking a proud moment for the telco’s team.
The 68th Asantehene Open once again blended sport, culture, and corporate impact—strengthening bonds within the Ashanti Kingdom and beyond.
Source: MyJoyOnline
