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  • Minister Peter Ogwang honoured to lead IOC president to State House

    Minister Peter Ogwang honoured to lead IOC president to State House

    The State Minister for Sport Hon. Peter Ogwang has said it was an honour for him to lead Mr. Thomas Bach, the President of International Olympic Committee (IOC) to meet with President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. Mr. Thomas Bach presented a prestigious medal to the President.

    Hon. Peter Ogwang

    “It was a distinguished honour to lead Mr. Thomas Bach, the President of International Olympic Committee (IOC) for a meeting with President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni at State House where he presented to him the most prestigious medal to the Heads of State,” Hon. Peter Ogwang shared on X.

    The IOC president was in Uganda for a two day official visit. Hon. Peter thanked him for supporting sports in Africa.

  • Namboole Track and Field section complete, Minister Ogwang hails the team

    Namboole Track and Field section complete, Minister Ogwang hails the team

    The State Minister for Sport Hon. Peter Ogwang has confirmed that Namboole’s Track and Field section is complete and ready for use. He hailed the UPDF Engineering Brigade for the great work done.

    He lashed out at those who said they said they lacked experience and nothing was going to be done.

    “Some people never believed in us when work was going on, they said we lacked experience but now here we are. What are they going to say? Always learn to trust people when work is ongoing even when you know everything,” Hon. Peter Ogwang said.

    “Running tracks are now complete,” Hon. Ogwang shared on X.

    Namboole Track and Field is now the best in East and Central Africa.

    Hon. Peter Ogwang, the Sports Minister

    Under the leadership of Hon. Peter Ogwang, Sports has greatly improved in the country and we say big up to him.

  • Minister Peter Ogwang hails Ugandans for supporting national team

    Minister Peter Ogwang hails Ugandans for supporting national team

    The State Minister for Sports Hon. Peter Ogwang has congratulated Uganda Cranes for the big win against Congo Brazzavile on Monday evening at Namboole. The Minister went on to praise Ugandans for cheering the national in big numbers at home turf.

    “A big performance from Uganda Cranes against Congo this evening. A well deserved 2-0 victory. Thank you Ugandans for turning up in numbers to support the boys. Congratulations lads,” Hon. Peter Ogwang tweeted after the game on Monday.

    He called on Ugandans to keep filling Namboole and cheering the national team. “Sports unites us all, it makes us speak one language,” he added.

  • Sports Minister Hon. Peter Ogwang mourns Ugandan star athlete

    Sports Minister Hon. Peter Ogwang mourns Ugandan star athlete

    The State Minister for Sports Hon. Peter Ogwang has mourned the death of Long distance runner Rebecca Cheptegei describing her death a major loss to the sports fraternity and the country. He said the news of her tragic death is disturbing.

    The runner who participated in the just concluded Olympics in Paris France has passed on today morning in Nairobi after she was burnt with petrol by lover in Nairobi.

    RIP: Rebecca Cheptegei

    “I have just received disturbing news about the tragic death of Uganda’s athlete Rebecca Cheptegei this morning in Kenya. The Kenyan authorities are investigating the circumstances under which she died and a more detailed report & program will be provided in due course. The long-distance runner represented us in the recently concluded 2024 Paris Olympics. I send my deepest condolences to the family, relatives, sports fraternity and Ugandans at large,” Hon. Peter Ogwang shared after learning of the sad news.

    Hon. Peter Ogwang has described Rebecca’s death as a big loss to the country
  • Minister Peter Ogwang pledges more improved infrastructure for sports

    Minister Peter Ogwang pledges more improved infrastructure for sports

    The State Minister for Sports Hon. Peter Ogwang has said they will continue to advocate for improved sports facilities in the country to enhance and improve the sports across the country.

    The Minister said while representing Minister of Education and Sports, Mama Janet Museveni at the official closing ceremony of the FEASSA Games 2024 at Bukedea Comprehensive School (BCS) earlier in the week.

    “I want to congratulate Team Uganda for winning the overall championship of this year’s games. Thank you the ISF President, Mr. Laurent Petrynka for coming to Uganda. Your coming signifies the love for sports development. My sincere appreciation goes to the host schools, BCS and Amus College for successfully hosting the games. As Government, we shall continue advocating for improved sports infrastructure to enhance capacity building, talent identification and development,” Hon. Peter Ogwang said.

  • Rwenzori Marathon provides a unique opportunity for us to promote healthy living in the wake of non-communicable diseases, promote young talents, & boost tourism says Hon. Peter Ogwang

    Rwenzori Marathon provides a unique opportunity for us to promote healthy living in the wake of non-communicable diseases, promote young talents, & boost tourism says Hon. Peter Ogwang

    The State Minister for Sports Hon. Peter Ogwang has hailed the Rwenzori Marathon saying it provides a unique opportunity to promote healthy, young talent and tourism.

    The Minister said this today while flagging off the 3rd edition of the now annual Rwenzori Marathon organized by Tourism enthusiast Amos Wekesa and sponsored mainly by Tusker Lite.

    Hon. Peter Ogwang said it was such an exhilarating experience to flag off and even participate in the Tusker Lite Rwenzori Marathon that took place this morning in the beautiful terrains of Kasese District. The Minister participated in the 10km run and emerged the 6th.

    “I really want to congratulate my brother Wekesa Amos, the Ministry of Tourism, and other partners for making this happen. Such marathons provide a pathway that nurtures and ushers our young athletes to the competitive world of sports. From my own experience today, Rwenzori Marathon provides a unique opportunity for us to promote healthy living in the wake of non-communicable diseases, promote young talents, and boost tourism. I was taken aback by the number of tourists that took part in the run. It is a testament that Uganda is indeed the number one tourism destination. Together, we need to consolidate our efforts as stakeholders and use sports to promote tourism as our country’s niche. Trust me, the benefits will be immense. I am upbeat about the forthcoming #KampalaMarathon2024 this December,” Hon. Peter Ogwang said.

  • Hon ⁦Peter Ogwang rallies for Rwenzori Marathon

    Hon ⁦Peter Ogwang rallies for Rwenzori Marathon

    The Minister of State for Sports paid and picked his kit for Rwenzori Marathn⁩ 2024 slated this Saturday in Kasese.

    The Minister has boosted the annual marathon by confirming his coming for the marathon in Kasese!

    Amos Wekesa praised the minister for the support and commitment to participate.

    “He made a few phone calls for me this morning, very critical ones,” Wekesa said.

    The Rwenzori Marathon is now a certified one and will have races for 5kms, 10kms, 21kms and 42kms. The marathon is powered by Tusker Lite and is due this Saturday 24th August in Kasese town.

  • Hon Peter Ogwang overwhelmed by huge numbers at verification exercise

    Hon Peter Ogwang overwhelmed by huge numbers at verification exercise

    Ngariam County in Katakwi District MP Hon. Peter Ogwang has said he was overwhelmed by huge numbers of people who accompanied him to verify and update his name in the NRM Register.

    The MP who also doubles as State Minister for Education and Sports in charge of Sports said he was humbled by the mammoth crowd that joined him for the exercise.

    He went to say that the numbers prove that NRM is a massive party.

    “Humbled by the mammoth crowd that joined me to update and verify our names in the NRM register. This is a testament that ours is a Mass Party,” Hon. Peter Ogwang shared after.

  • Government not impressed by the progress of work at Teryet National High Altitude Training Centre

    Government not impressed by the progress of work at Teryet National High Altitude Training Centre

    The State Minister for Sports Hon. Peter Ogwang has led a team from the Ministry of Education and Sports and National Council of Sports (NCS) to inspect the progress of works at the Teryet National High Altitude Training Centre in Kapchorwa.

    “Honestly, we were not impressed by the progress of works that should have been completed in 2019,” Hon.Peter Ogwang said.

    The Minister said the contractor was supposed to hand over the facility this month but they were disappointed to find that works had stalled.

    “Neither the contractor nor the consultant were on site, and in some areas there is shoddy work,” Hon. Peter Ogwang added.

    This matter was brought to the attention of Uganda Police CIDs for investigations and some arrests have already been made.

  • “We are ready to start hosting local and international games “- Peter Ogwang

    “We are ready to start hosting local and international games “- Peter Ogwang

    The State Minister for Sports Hon. Peter Ogwang has said Africa Rugby has unanimously accepted Uganda’s bid to host the 2024 and 2025 Editions of Rugby Africa Cup at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole.

    The Minister noted that the current renovations at Namboole have taken care of several other sports disciplines, including Rugby and said he is glad to report that Uganda is ready to start hosting both local and international games.

    To ensure readiness, this morning the minister inspected the Rugby playing field at Namboole, together with the President of Uganda Rugby Union, Kayangwe Godwin.

    “Thank you for pushing this bid. Special thanks to the H.E President Kaguta Museveni and the Minister of Education and Sports, Mama Janet Museveni for the unwavering support in making this possible. Thank you Africa Rugby for the vote of confidence.The future of sports in Uganda is on a fast lane,” Hon. Peter Ogwang said.