The Jinja Open Table Tennis Championship is back for its sixth edition this Saturday, November 22, at St Andrew’s Church in Jinja, promising a better and improved experience for all participants.
The tournament’s return was officially confirmed during a press briefing held at the Mandela Group of Companies headquarters on 6th Street in the Industrial Area.
This year’s event has attracted more than 400 participants hailing from within Uganda, as well as internationally from Kenya, Rwanda, Ethiopia and parts of Europe, highlighting its growing prestige.
Three-time U-19 champion, Samuel Ankunda Mbabazi, expressed his readiness for the competition.
”The preparations have been good. We have been training consistently with our coaches despite the challenges that have come my way,” Ankunda stated.
“Table Tennis is not an easy sport; it requires dedication and time. This time around we have many new entrants, which is sure to provide great competition,” he added.
Herbert Bashasha, Marketing Manager of the Mandela Group of Companies, expressed the company’s satisfaction in supporting the initiative.
”You’ve heard that the numbers have increased compared to the previous edition and we are glad to be on board to support this initiative,” he noted.
Bashasha confirmed their comprehensive support saying, “We have handed over all the trophies for the winners and we have also provided supporting allowances for the officials and transportation for the players to Jinja and back.”
The two-day championship will kick off on Saturday, November 22 and conclude on Sunday, November 23 in Jinja.
