WATCH: Alexandra 10-year-old hits ceremonial tee shot as Joburg Open starts

Staff Reporter

Johannesburg’s executive mayor, Dada Morero, handed the ceremonial opening tee shot of the Joburg Open to a 10-year-old golfer from the township of Alexandra on Thursday, in what the city called a break with tradition aimed at showcasing youth talent on an international stage.

The city said Tshiamo “Tshitshi” Makamedi took to the tee “not merely as a promising young golfer, but as a beacon of hope, perseverance, and the boundless potential that resides within the diverse communities of our city”.

Makamedi started playing golf about two-and-a-half years ago and has earned medals at international junior tournaments.