Next Media CEO Kin Kariisa wins ABSA Captain Bell Golf Tournament Division 1

It seems that Kin Kariisa, the Group CEO of Next Media, had a remarkable performance at the ABSA Captain’s Bell Golf Tournament. He dominated Division 1 and secured the 2nd runner-up position overall with an impressive net score of 71. The tournament took place at the prestigious Uganda Golf Club in Kitante and attracted a distinguished crowd, including notable personalities such as Sylvia Mulinge, the CEO of MTN, Dicksons Kateshumbwa, a Member of Parliament, Paddy Muramirah, the CEO of Crown Beverages, and many others.

Kariisa expressed his appreciation to Mr. Mumba Kalifungwa, the Managing Director of ABSA Bank Uganda, for the invitation and for organizing a memorable afternoon on the greens. NBS Sport, the sports brand of Next Media, ensured that viewers were kept up-to-date with the tournament, including broadcasting the awards ceremony live. This commitment aligns with their dedication to promoting and advancing various sports sectors in Uganda.

The ABSA Bank has been actively involved in Uganda’s golf scene, sponsoring events such as the Captain’s Bell tournament and the Uganda Golf Open. They have also supported Ugandan golfers in participating in prestigious international tournaments like the Magical Kenya Open. Mumba Kalifungwa, the Managing Director of ABSA Bank Uganda, emphasized the bank’s commitment to golf as a means of giving back to the community and fostering the sport’s development.

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The Captain’s Bell tournament is an annual tradition at the Uganda Golf Club and serves as a platform to introduce the newly-elected Captain and their committee. This year, the committee, led by Captain Emmanuel Wamala and Vice-Captain Paul Fitzgerald Nuwagaba, has been re-elected to continue their leadership of the club.