Ministry applauds Uganda’s strong showing at FEASSA Games in Kakamega

Officials from Uganda’s Ministry of Education and Sports have expressed pride in the country’s performance at the ongoing Federation of East Africa Schools Sports Association (FEASSA) Games, currently underway in Kakamega.

During her visit to Uganda’s contingent on Tuesday, Dr. Kedrace Turyagyenda, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry, commended the student-athletes for their resilience, confidence, and competitive spirit.

Accompanied by a high-level delegation that included Oketcho Naphtali (Senior Inspector), Gilbert Orikiriza (Desk Officer, Primary Education Department), Rev. Dr. Duncan Mugumya (Commissioner for Physical Education and Sports), and Harriet Apolot (USSSA 3rd Vice President), Dr. Turyagyenda toured the Ugandan camp and witnessed thrilling displays of talent across multiple disciplines—cricket, netball, athletics, rugby, soccer, handball, volleyball, and basketball.

“The skills and focus these students demonstrate are remarkable,” she said. “But above all, they must remain God-fearing and hardworking to achieve true success.”

Dr. Turyagyenda emphasized that her visit was not merely ceremonial, but a reaffirmation of the Ministry’s commitment to nurturing sports as a vital component of education.

While engaging with student-athletes during athletics competitions at Eregi Teachers Training College, she offered words of encouragement, stressing the importance of discipline, moral grounding, and perseverance.

“Sports build discipline, character, and leadership,” she noted. “To prosper with God-given talent, one must remain focused and principled.”

Her presence resonated deeply with both students and coaches. Harriet Apolot described the visit as a powerful motivator.

“Having the Permanent Secretary here shows that the Ministry genuinely values grassroots sports development,” Apolot said. “Her interaction with learners today was truly inspirational.”

Rev. Dr. Duncan Mugumya highlighted Uganda’s unprecedented participation in this year’s edition.

“This is the largest contingent Uganda has ever sent to the FEASSA Games,” he said.

“Our goal as a Ministry is to identify and nurture talent among the youth, especially now that sports is emerging as a viable and rewarding profession.”

Now in its 22nd edition, the FEASSA Games in Kakamega feature competition across 19 disciplines, including badminton, athletics, basketball (3×3 and 5×5), football, rugby (15s and 7s), table tennis, handball, lawn tennis, volleyball, hockey, lacrosse, cricket, netball, beach soccer, scrabble, beach volleyball, swimming, and chess.