Selcom Announced as Gold Sponsor for the Second Edition of the Tanzania Pickleball Open 2024
A handshake that seals the deal! 🤝 Selcom's Head of Marketing, Shumbana Walwa (left) and East Africa Racket Sports Club Founder, Kartik Kapoor (right)
Dar es Salaam, 5th December 2024 – Selcom, Tanzania’s leading financial technology company, is proud to announce its Gold Sponsorship for the Second Edition of the Tanzania Pickleball Open 2024. This premier sporting event will bring together athletes from across East Africa and South Africa, highlighting the growing popularity of pickleball in the region.
The tournament is scheduled to take place from 6th to 8th December 2024 at the Gymkhana Courts, Dar es Salaam, featuring intense competition in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles categories. With participants representing various countries in East Africa and South Africa, the event promises to be a celebration of sportsmanship and regional collaboration.
As a Gold Sponsor, Selcom reaffirms its commitment to empowering communities and promoting unity through sports. Speaking about the sponsorship, Shumbana, Selcom’s Head of Marketing, shared:
“We are thrilled to support the Tanzania Pickleball Open 2024 as it exemplifies values we hold dear—innovation, teamwork, and regional cooperation. This partnership reflects Selcom’s dedication to fostering activities that bring people together while strengthening our connection to the community.”
This year’s tournament boasts a total prize pool of $6,000 and promises thrilling matches as players compete at the highest level. Participants and fans can look forward to a weekend filled with electrifying games and networking opportunities, set against the vibrant backdrop of Dar es Salaam’s renowned Gymkhana Grounds.
Selcom and its subsidiary duka.direct, is excited to power this event and inspire a new generation of athletes and sports enthusiasts. This sponsorship is yet another milestone in Selcom’s mission to not only lead in financial technology but also to invest in cultural and social initiatives that positively impact the region.
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