If you follow sports in Uganda, you know the excitement never stops. From track to football, Ugandan athletes are making noise at home and abroad. This page gives you the most useful updates, recent results, and where to look for the next big moment.
Last weekend, a young runner from Kampala broke the national 5,000‑metre record at the East Africa Championships. He ran 13:20, shaving off three seconds from the old mark. The win earned him a spot at the World Championships in Budapest, and the whole country celebrated on social media.
In football, Vipers SC’s striker scored a hat‑trick in the CAF Confederation Cup, helping the team advance to the quarter‑finals. His performance earned praise from former national coach Mike Mutebi, who said the player could soon be a regular for the Cranes.
On the boxing front, a veteran welterweight from Jinja fought his way to a split‑decision win in Nairobi. The bout was televised live and only a few fans could afford a ticket, but the video went viral on local pages, showing how much people love a good comeback story.
Keep an eye on the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. Uganda will send a team of 30 athletes, including the record‑breaking runner and a handful of swimmers who have posted personal bests this season.
Also, the national football team will host Tanzania in a friendly match next month. The game is a chance for new talents to prove they belong in the starting XI, especially after several injuries forced the coach to shuffle the squad.
Finally, the annual Kampala Marathon is set for October. Registration is still open, and organizers promise a faster course and better prize money. If you’re a runner, this is a great opportunity to test your limits and maybe get noticed by a scout.
All these events are linked by one thing – Ugandan athletes are getting better every year, and fans are more excited than ever. Stay tuned to this page for quick updates, scores, and the stories that matter most to you.
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