Nile promises even bigger package for USPA gala

The Uganda sports fraternity should expect even bigger crowning moments for its sportsmen after more commitment from the sponsors of the annual Nile Special USPA Sportsman of the year gala.

Sh160m will be spent on this year's event due Friday, April 29 at Serena Hotel and according to Nile Special Brand Manager Isaac Sekasi, the event can only getter better with each passing year.

"As Uganda's most awarded beer Nile Special felt the need to raise the bar in recognition of the service that the Uganda sports fraternity has done to keep the image of the nation in a positive light over the past year," Sekasi stated.

"And as evidenced by the recent achievements by our different sportsmen, for us our role is really to give them a platform to showcase true Ugandan greatness," Sekasi remarked.

Former winner Susan Muwonge (left) with her husband at last year's USPA gala. Photo by Michael Nsubuga

Apart from the high profile gala, Nile also sponsors the football and rugby national teams and according to Sekasi Nile is looking at exploring even other options in future.

On Friday, over 55 different sports personalities will be crowned at the annual gala which will attract 450 guests.

Prime Minister Ruhakana is expected to be the chief guest while top musicians Rhema Namakula and Winnie Nwagi will spice up the day with some of their hits.

Good food is always in plenty, the reason that invite is the hotest item as of now. Photo by Michael Nsubuga

The hosts for this year's Nile Special USPA gala are Crystal Newman and Andrew Kabuura.

Golfer Ronald Otile, bodybuilder Ivan Byekwaso and netballer Rachael Nanyonga make the three-man shortlist for the main award. Netballer Peace Proscovia won last year's crown.