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  • “Government is committed to supporting sports infrastructure in the country” – Peter Ogwang

    “Government is committed to supporting sports infrastructure in the country” – Peter Ogwang

    The State Minister for Education in charge of sports Hon. Peter Ogwang has praised the leadership of Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) Executive Director Dorothy Kisaka for supporting the operations of the KCCA Club.

    He also said government is committed to supporting sports infrastructure across the country.

    The Minister said this while commissioning the second phase of the construction of Phillip Omondi Stadium, Lugogo, the home ground for KCCA FC on Friday.

    “I thank KCCA leadership led by the Executive Director, Dorothy Kisaka for supporting the operations of the club. I reiterate Government’s commitment to develop sports infrastructure in the country. As an ardent fan of KCCA FC, we now demand for better results on the field,” Hon. Peter Ogwang said.

  • ‘Patriotism in the education sector can create a positive impact’ – Hon. Peter Ogwang

    ‘Patriotism in the education sector can create a positive impact’ – Hon. Peter Ogwang

    The State Minister for Education in charge of Sports Hon. Peter Ogwang has said patriotism in the education sector has a potential to create a positive ripple effect.

    He said this can contribute to social cohesion, ethical behavior, community development and economic growth.

    The minister said while addressing students of patriotism club at Ntare School in Mbarara City yesterday.

    He advised students to keep an eye on such clubs like patriotism.

    “Today, I gave a keynote address to students of patriotism club at Ntare School. Patriotism in the education sector has the potential to create a positive ripple effect, contributing to social cohesion, ethical behaviour, community development, and economic growth,” he tweeted after the address.

  • MK Movement set to tour Teso Sub Region

    The State Minister for Education in charge of Sports and Usuk County MP in Katakwi District Hon. Peter Ogwang has confirmed that Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba movement will be touring Teso Sub Region soon.
    The Movement will make a grand entrance into the region in Mid August.
    Hon. Peter Ogwang  said the people of Teso are upbeat about the MK visit.
    “Fellow citizens, it is my pleasure to inform you that Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba and the entire MK Movement will be visiting Teso sub-region in mid-August 2023.
    People of Teso are upbeat about your visit. Drums are being warmed & ululating voices are being sharpened. Karibu sana ndugu!,” Hon. Peter Ogwang said.
  • Peter Ogwang lauds Speaker for leading Fundraising drive in Ngariam

    Peter Ogwang lauds Speaker for leading Fundraising drive in Ngariam

    The State Minister for Sports who also doubles as Ngariam County MP Hon. Peter Ogwang has hailed the Speaker of Parliament Rt Hon. Anita Among for leading by example after leading a host of honourables to the Fundraising drive in Katakwi District.
    The Speaker was the chief guest at the fundraising drive to support village women savings groups in Ngariam County in Katakwi District.
    Over UGX 150m was raised to support the Groups with the speaker contributing UGX 100m.
    “Thank you Rt Hon Speaker Anitah Among for leading honourable colleagues for my fundraising drive to support village women savings groups in Ngariam County.  May your generosity lead you to everlasting prosperity & may the Lord bless, replenish and enrich you all a thousandfold,” Hon. Peter Ogwang said.
    “I am happy to be home in Ngariam, Katakwi District to lead a drive to raise money to support our women at the grassroots. Organized groups once supported can be torch bearers for economic transformation.
    I thank my brother Hon. Ogwang Ogwang for inviting us to support his vision,” Rt. Hon. Anita Among said.
    The Speaker said to maximize returns on investment in village savings groups and Saccos, there is need to think of facilitating these groups with financial literacy, business, and life skills to help them start income generating activities. She asked Hon. Peter Ogwang to make that a priority.
    “I want to thank the people of Ngariam for the love, gifts and solidarity. I urge all  the Leaders from Teso  to unite and use the opportunities available to push for the development of the region,” The Speaker added.
  • Uganda set to hire Cuban boxing Coaches 

    Uganda set to hire Cuban boxing Coaches 

    The State Minister for Sports Hon Peter Ogwang has revealed that Uganda is exploring chances of bringing Cuban boxing Coaches to train Ugandan boxers.
    The minister said that Cuba being a boxing powerhouse, this can help Uganda develop it’s boxing to a greater level.
    Hon. Ogwang revealed this while meeting Cuban ambassador to Uganda Tania Perez in Kampala.
    “Honoured to host the Cuban Ambassador to Uganda, H.E Tania Perez in my office this morning where we discussed how to deepen relations & cooperation in Sports.
    Cuba being a powerhouse in Boxing, we are exploring bringing Cuban boxing coaches to train our local coaches & boxers,” Hon. Peter Ogwang said.
  • Peter Ogwang inspects ongoing Namboole works, lauds the progress

    Peter Ogwang inspects ongoing Namboole works, lauds the progress

    The State Minister for Sports Hon. Peter Ogwang has inspected the ongoing works at Namboole stadium in Wakiso District.
    While at Namboole yesterday, the Minister met with Board Members of Namboole Stadium.
    Together with the board, they agreed on several action points to return the facility to more than it’s former glory.
    “Have today met and interacted with the Board members of Namboole Stadium and also, inspected ongoing refurbishment works at the sports facility which is being done by UPDF Engineering Brigade. We have agreed on several action points to return the facility to its former glory,” Hon Peter Ogwang tweeted.
  • Sports is more than just a game

    Sports is more than just a game

    Sign the #UGSportsmustwin petition and change the story for sports in Uganda

    https://chng.it/vMrTHZBW

    The sports industry in Uganda has grown with several international and national wins across the various sports disciplines i.e Cricket, Football, Rugby, Girls Football, Hockey, Basketball, Netball, swimming, motorsport among others. With the wins, comes the usual challenges that have crippled the sports industry including lack of sports training grounds, finances for travel, racing tracks, uniforms among others.

    More-over whenever the sports personalities excel on the international scene and bring more Gold, Silver or Bronze medals, they are applauded by Government of Uganda, individuals and the general public with dinners, cash, gifts, media bloom, oblivious of the processes and challenges the sportsmen and women are going through before they bring home these wins.

    Further still, the allocated sports grounds are often hired out for public events while the designated sports get second priority to use the facilities such as Lugogo KCC Sports ground, Nakivubo stadium, Namboole stadium, Hockey ground, Lugogo Cricket Oval and Hockey ground.

    To this end, #UGSportsmustwin is a new public petition that seeks to make sports great again in Uganda. By signing this petition, you are adding your voice to the betterment of sports in Uganda, said Paul Kaheru, a representative #UGSportsmustwin.

    Minister of State for Sports Hon. Peter Ogwang who recently assumed the role has publically pledged to prioritize unconditional sports facilities’ access by sports personalities first.

    There are several media reports capturing a recent sports fraternity outcry when the National Council of Sports (NCS) notified Uganda Cricket Association (UCA) that Lugogo oval won’t be available to them from July to December 2022. It was reported that it was booked for entertainment concerts. Other sports disciplines such as Hockey have also complained about the same.

    The overall objectives of the #UGSportsmustwin petition include lobbying Government of Uganda to prioritize growth of sports in Uganda; authorization of sports federations in Uganda to be given first priority to use grounds allocated to the them; Government of Uganda to give priority to training grounds of sports people before public events and Government to promptly honour pledges to sports people in real time.

    The Petitioners target to raise at least 100, 000 signatures to support to campaign, have at least 100 sports champions /personalities endorse the campaign both locally and internationally, host a round-table discussion with key sports personalities in Uganda and a round table discussion hosted by the Government of Uganda with key sports personalities.

    Sports in Uganda if given priority will pave way for greater opportunities for individuals especially the youth, promotes physical fitness and health living, creates a source of livelihood, and enhances development.

  • Government hands over 8 buses to Technical Education & Vocational Institutes

    Government hands over 8 buses to Technical Education & Vocational Institutes

    The State Minister for Education in charge of Sports who also doubles as the MP for Ngariam County in Katakwi District Hon Peter Ogwang Yesterday morning commissioned and handed over 8 buses to different Technical Education and Vocational Institutes. 
    The buses were donated by the OPEC fund for International Development under the Vocational Education Phase II Project through government of Uganda.
    The Minister said Phase II of the OPEC project involves the provision of additional training equipment and supplies i.e. ICT Equipment, Institutional Furniture and Text & Reference Books.
    The 30-seater buses will support transportation of students to their various training sites.
    The TVETUg Institutions benefiting today;
    1. Ogolai TI (UBM 562E),
    2. Buhimba TI (UBM 560E),
    3. Nawanyago TI (UBM 673E),
    4. Lwengo TI (UBM 567E),
    5. Sasiira TI (UBM 566E),
    6. Basoga Nsadhu Memorial TI (UBM 561E),
    7. Kilak Corner TI (UBM 563E) and,
    8. Lokopio Hills TI (UBM 564E).
  • Sports Minister commits to developing  infrastructure, talent identification & nurturing in Sports sector

    Sports Minister commits to developing  infrastructure, talent identification & nurturing in Sports sector

    The State Minister for Education in charge of Sports Hon. Peter Ogwang has committed to developing infrastructure, talent identification and nurturing in the sports sector across the country.
    The minister said Uganda is rich with talent and only investment in infrastructure, talent identification and nurturing is needed.
    The Minister made the remarks while officiating at the closing ceremony of 20th edition of Health Institutions’ National Games in Fort Portal.
    “I have just officiated at the closing ceremony of the 20th edition of  Health Institutions National Games in Fort Portal City. Uganda is rich with talent. We only need to invest in infrastructure, talent identification & nurturing. This is my commitment to the sports sector,” Hon. Peter Ogwang said.
  • Peter Ogwang donates bicycles to councilors for easy facilitation of government projects

    Peter Ogwang donates bicycles to councilors for easy facilitation of government projects

    The MP for Ngariam County in Katakwi District Hon. Peter Ogwang continues to perform well in his constituency. 
    On Tuesday, he gave out 140 bicycles to parish councilors to facilitate them in monitoring government programs like Parish Development Model (PDM) in his constituency.
    He said it is the responsibility of leaders to complement government efforts to boost community empowerment.
    “Yesterday, I gave out 140 bicycles that I bought for my parish councilors in Ngariam County to facilitate them in the monitoring of government programs like PDM. As leaders, it is our responsibility to complement government efforts towards community empowerment,” tweeted Hon. Peter Ogwang.