Mityana race track to host final motocross selection for FIM Africa Championship

With Uganda’s participation in the forthcoming FIM Africa Motocross Championship in Namibia fast approaching, all eyes will be on Mityana Race Track next month as riders battle for places on the national team.

The event, which doubles as the final selection race, is expected to attract the country’s finest motocross talent, with competitors fighting for coveted slots in each class.

For many riders, it represents the most important race of the season, as selectors make their final assessment ahead of the continental championship.

Federation officials have emphasized the significance of the Mityana event, noting that performances on the day will play a crucial role in determining Uganda’s final squad.

FMU Deputy Vice President for Motorcycling, Arthur Blick Jr, urged riders to give their all as they chase national team places.

“This is a very important event for all the riders because it will help determine who makes the final team to Namibia and who misses out. Every rider knows what is at stake, so we expect highly competitive racing across all classes,” Blick said.

The championship will see the federation select the best-performing riders in each category to represent Uganda at the prestigious continental event.

Among the most anticipated battles will be the highly competitive 85cc category, which has emerged as one of the most exciting classes on the local motocross scene this season.

The class boasts a talented crop of young riders, including Jonathan Katende, Ethan Musede, Ethan Katek, and Isaac Mitima, all of whom have consistently produced thrilling performances and raised the standard of competition. Their rivalry has injected fresh excitement into the sport, with fans eagerly awaiting another intense showdown in Mityana.

Attention will also focus on the MX2 category, where championship leader Gift Sebuguzi is expected to use the event as part of his preparations for tougher international assignments. The youngster has been sharpening his skills under the guidance of German trainer Daniel Sedlak, a move aimed at improving his technical ability and race craft.

“My father brought in Daniel Sedlak to train me, and he has helped me improve many aspects of my riding,” Gift said.

Gift’s father, Ronald Sebuguzi, believes international exposure remains key to the rider’s development, despite his dominance in the local MX2 category.

“Gift missed the opportunity to compete in the Czech Republic, where we wanted him to gain valuable international experience and improve his pace. Nevertheless, Daniel Sedlak has done an excellent job in helping him develop his skills,” Sebuguzi noted.

The MX65 class is expected to attract the largest number of participants and could prove crucial in Uganda’s quest for points at the FIM Africa Championship. Among the riders expected to lead the charge are Kyle Musede, Jerome Mulumba, and Solomon Winyi, who have all impressed throughout the season after five events. With a deep pool of talent in the category, selectors will have a difficult task identifying the riders capable of delivering results on the continental stage.

The Mityana event will be the sixth round of the seven-round National Motocross Championship and the final opportunity for riders to stake their claim for national team places.

With national pride, continental ambitions, and team selection on the line, the race promises high-intensity action as Uganda’s best riders battle for the honour of representing the country in Namibia.