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Ezulwini Set to Host 4th Edition of FNB Eswatini Golf Challenge with E2 Million Sponsorship Boost

Ezulwini, Eswatini — The prestigious FNB Eswatini Golf Challenge returns for its 4th edition with a grand launch hosted this morning at the newly designated venue, the Ezulwini Golf & Country Club, signaling a fresh chapter for one of the Kingdom’s most anticipated sporting events. Gracing the launch was the Honourable Minister of Sports, Culture [ ]

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Ezulwini Set to Host 4th Edition of FNB Eswatini Golf Challenge with E2 Million Sponsorship Boost

Ezulwini, Eswatini — The prestigious FNB Eswatini Golf Challenge returns for its 4th edition with a grand launch hosted this morning at the newly designated venue, the Ezulwini Golf & Country Club, signaling a fresh chapter for one of the Kingdom’s most anticipated sporting events.

Gracing the launch was the Honourable Minister of Sports, Culture and Youth Affairs, Bongani Nzima, who led the ceremonial tee-off and applauded the continued corporate support for Eswatini’s growing sporting landscape.

🔹 Tournament Highlights:

  • Main Event Dates: 7–9 August 2025
  • New Venue: Ezulwini Golf & Country Club
  • Sponsorship: FNB Eswatini commits E2 million in 2025, bringing their total contribution to E8 million over four years
  • Top Local Player Prize: E30,000, part of a new prize pool to support and recognize local talent

Minister Nzima: Partnerships That Power Sport

“We note with extreme gratitude that this year’s sponsorship package of E2 million takes the total investment made by FNB Eswatini to E8 million in just four years,” said Minister Nzima. “This is commendable and deserves a huge round of applause from all of us.”

The Minister emphasized the critical role of public-private partnerships in unlocking the potential of Eswatini’s sports industry, asserting that such collaboration is the path to a thriving, sustainable sports economy in the Kingdom.

A Boost for Local Talent

A notable development in this year’s edition is the inclusion of prize money for the top three local golfers, with the best-performing Swazi player set to walk away with E30,000. This new initiative is expected to enhance local participation, raise competitive standards, and inspire a new generation of golfers in Eswatini.

“This is commendable and will go a long way in boosting the morale of our local players as well as their profile in the game of golf,” added Nzima.

Golf with a View

The Ezulwini Golf & Country Club, surrounded by lush mountain vistas, offers a scenic and challenging course that promises to elevate the player and spectator experience. With the tournament moving to this new home, anticipation is high for a memorable event that combines sport, leisure, and local celebration.

With the countdown officially on, all eyes turn to August as the Kingdom prepares to welcome top-tier golfing action and local talent at its finest. The 4th FNB Eswatini Challenge is more than a tournament—it’s a statement of how sport and corporate support can drive national pride and opportunity.

📆 Save the dates: 7–9 August 2025
📍 Ezulwini Golf & Country Club

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