Sassda Tees Off 2026 with Eastern Cape Golf Day
Sassda kicked off its 2026 events calendar with its first Golf Day of the year at the Port Elizabeth Golf Club, hosted in partnership with the Southern African Institute of Welding.
With 40 players forming 10 fourballs, the day delivered the right balance of competition and connection. While conditions in the broader economy remain challenging, the Eastern Cape’s stainless steel and manufacturing sector continues to feel particular pressure. That reality made the event even more meaningful, as it created space for members and industry partners to step away from day-to- day demands and reconnect with peers who understand the same operating environment.
Three watering holes added to the relaxed atmosphere with special thanks to our watering hole sponsors NDE and Northfield Engineering and our banner sponsors BAMR and BeztForex.
On the competitive side, the Longest Drive, sponsored by Macsteel VRN, drew strong participation and added a welcome edge to the day’s play. Bragging rights, as always, were taken very seriously!
The event concluded with a prize-giving dinner with prizes sponsored by Eastern Cape industrial stalwart Welfit Oddy. This provided a fitting close to the day by recognising standout performances and gave everyone one last opportunity to connect, before heading back to reality.
As Sassda’s first Golf Day of 2026, our Eastern Cape event set a steady, positive tone for the year ahead. In tougher times, platforms like these matter even more. They strengthen relationships, encourage collaboration and remind the industry that it moves forward together.
| The Sassda Western Cape Golf Day will take place on the 14 May 2026 at the Bellville Golf Club in Cape Town. E-Mail kstevens@sassda.co.za to find out more. |