MINISTER within the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport, Hon. Jacobs, met with the President of the Guyana Golf Association (GGA), Aleem Hussain, along with representatives of several other sport associations, as he aggressively stepped into his new role.
The meeting focused on identifying the challenges faced by different sport disciplines and highlighting the government’s commitment to supporting their development and growth across the country.
According to GGA President Aleem Hussain, Minister Jacobs was enthusiastic about the expansion of golf and emphasized the need for more facilities and greater youth involvement nationwide.
Hussain noted that the Ministry of Sport’s emphasis—alongside President Dr. Irfaan Ali’s directive to introduce physical education on Fridays in schools—aligns seamlessly with the GGA’s mission to make golf accessible to all.
“The astonishing growth of golf, particularly among secondary schools across Guyana, is a testament to the efforts of the GGA and Nexgen Golf Academy over the past five years,” Hussain said. “This success was made possible through the strong support of the Ministry of Education, the Guyana Tourism Authority, the National Sports Commission, and the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport.”
Minister Jacobs further emphasized that with several new golf courses expected to be established in Guyana in the coming years, it is essential that local players are provided opportunities to sharpen their skills. He added that he looks forward to seeing Guyanese athletes compete on the international stage.
Minister Jacobs Engages with Sport Associations to Drive National Development
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