In a weekend filled with exhilarating sports action, the Bunyoro kingdom played host to two
remarkable events sponsored by MTN, showcasing the kingdom's vibrant athletic spirit. The day
commenced with a thrilling bicycle race at Sir Tito Winyi Primary School in Kikuube district,
followed by the culminating Bunyoro Kitara kingdom Enganda football tournament in Buhaguzi
county, Kikuube district.
Bicycle Race: Spinning Wheels and Determination
The bicycle race, co-sponsored by MTN and the Bunyoro kingdom, witnessed hundreds of
participants from all walks of life coming together to celebrate the thrill of cycling. Mr. Robert
Rukahemura, the kingdom minister in charge of cultural affairs, expressed his gratitude for the
successful partnership between MTN and the Bunyoro kingdom, emphasizing the impact it has
had on the region's development.
MTN's unwavering support for numerous projects in the kingdom has not gone unnoticed.
Rukahemura urged the community to embrace these sporting events as a means of nurturing
their talents. The results of the Men's and Women's categories were as follows:
Men's Category:
1. Steven Mugisa
2. Charles Nuwagaba
3. Barnabas Kibirige
4. Cleaphus Mugisa
5. Musa Ramathan
Women's Category:
1. Juliet Kugonza
2. Eseza Asaba
3. Sylvia Alinaitwe
4. Nasimbwa Justine
5. Alinda Peace Purity
Enganda Football Tournament: A Show of Skill and Unity
The Bunyoro Kitara kingdom Enganda football tournament, organized in collaboration with MTN
Uganda, aimed to unearth and nurture the talents of the youth. Mr. Gerald Baleke, the Buhaguzi
county chief, addressed the registered clans, emphasizing the importance of discipline and unity
among participants.
He underlined the significance of these competitions, not only in identifying promising talents but
also in promoting physical well-being and preventing diseases. In a dramatic turn of events, the
defending champions, Abazira Abafunjo Abaligira, failed to qualify from the district level, setting
the stage for an intense showdown among the clans.
The competing clans and their results were as follows:
Abazira Abafunjo Abaligira 2:2 Abaranzi (5:4 in penalties) A hard-fought match that
concluded with Abazira Abafunjo Abaligira securing their place in the finals.
Abasengya 1:1 Abachwezi (3:2 in penalties) A closely contested match that ended with
Abasengya's victory in penalties.
Abasengya 2:2 Abazira (4:3 in penalties) Abasengya displayed their resilience by emerging
victorious in another penalty shootout.
The Abasengya clan ultimately triumphed, earning the coveted title of Kikuube district winners
and securing a spot in the finals, which will be held in Hoima City.
As both events concluded successfully, the Bunyoro kingdom and MTN continue to foster a
community united by their love for sports and dedication to the development of local talent.
These endeavors not only bring the kingdom closer but also promote a healthy and active
lifestyle among its people.
