Kampala, Uganda – April 30, 2026. In a pioneering step toward greater athlete empowerment, Club Captains from across Uganda convened in an online session earlier today to elect representatives who will serve directly on the Uganda Rugby Executive Committee.

This election aligns with Article 13.6 of the Uganda Rugby Constitution, which mandates athlete representation to ensure players’ voices shape the sport’s future. From a pool of nominated athletes, six representatives were successfully elected: four men and two women.

Female Elected Athletes below

Male Elected Athletes below

To meet the nomination criteria for the women’s category, two additional female athletes will soon be nominated and elected after the Uganda Rugby AGM happening tomorrow, bringing the total to four representatives per gender category, and 8 in total.

Download Results from the Elections: Here

Rugby Cranes Captains Angella Nanyonjo, and Byron Oketayot were equally appointed to the Athlete Representative Committee by the Uganda Rugby President Mr. Godwin Kayangwe with key approval from the Executive Committee Members.

This landmark development marks a transformative moment for Ugandan Rugby. For the first time, elected athlete representatives will have direct influence on key decisions, addressing critical issues such as player welfare, development programs, and strategic governance. UR leadership hailed the process as a commitment to inclusivity, transparency, and building a more representative body.

“This election is more than procedural. It is a promise to our athletes that their insights will drive rugby’s growth in Uganda,” said Mr. Lutwama Isaac. Stakeholders anticipate these voices will strengthen advocacy on training resources, competition standards, and grassroots initiatives.

The Uganda Rugby continues to prioritize constitutional reforms that amplify player involvement, fostering a collaborative environment for the sport’s sustained success.