Jacob Byamukama and his new administration are over the moon after I&M Bank announced they will take care of logistics for the Katogo Invitational Series, an in-house EGC event.

“It’s a good time that we are now partnering with I&M Bank to make it memorable for golfers. This partnership is something we are proud of. We are looking to see that we can improve some of the facilities and experience of the members,” said Byamukama.

Katogo, one of the club house member franchises this year launched its own quarterly event called the Katogo Invitational Series with its own unique formats of play. On Saturday, the tournament took it a notch higher with a colourful second leg graced by a field of about 120 players. From a small idea held for years to a stylish podium, it happened after I&M Bank and a few more partners backed the weekend’s rounds.

Katogo is a team amongst EGC members that regularly rival the other cohort called ‘Kabalaza’, derived from the cluster of members who relax at the balcony at the clubhouse adjacent to the airport route.

The healthy rivalry between the two has grown over the last half-a-decade both on and off the course and each has extended a humanitarian arm through fundraising for water projects and improvements of lives for the needy.

The pomp showcased the January Leg of the Katogo Series inevitably attracted I&M Bank.

“We have agreed to support the tournament. We will avail all the prizes required and at the end of it all, we shall also provide an exciting 19th Hole experience. This partnership is largely to ensure that the tournament runs smoothly throughout the year, showcase upcoming golfers and promote the sport in general,” explained Ntulume,” the bank’s acting Managing Director.

The Katogo Series’ first leg was coined with a format of play called ‘Daytona’ but Byamukama said that the next legs until December 9 with take on new formats dubbed ‘Call Your Shots’, ‘Me too’ and ‘Oh Gosh’.

“The new modes of play, fresh for the players and this is something I&M Bank is proud to be of. We want to grow with this property and add some significant value to the club,” Annette Nakiyaga, the I&M Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications.

Katogo started in 2008 when some Entebbe members used to share a meal after the game and discuss the development of the oldest golf course in East and Central Africa. Known for its ambience and energetic 19th Hole, Entebbe Golf Club (EGC) is working overtime to keep their fabric intact especially in this post-Covid-19 era.