The inaugural Badminton Uganda Kabojja International Schools Badminton Championship came to a thrilling close at Kabojja International School in Buziga, Uganda.
The two-day tournament, held on September 13-14, 2025, brought together 128 talented learners from 14 esteemed schools, including Kabojja International School, Mengo SS, Greenvalley Primary School, and Gayaza Junior.
Abigail Mawanda Ndagire, daughter of Uganda Badminton Association President Annet Nakamya, dominated the tournament, clinching gold medals in all three categories she participated in.
Her impressive wins included the U-15 and U-19 Girls singles finals, as well as the Women’s Doubles, where she partnered with Swaburah Nayiga.
“I’m thrilled to have won three gold medals and fulfilled my expectations,” Abigail said.
“I’m grateful to my teammates and coach, and I look forward to future competitions, including the U15 City tyres and the WBF Championship”.
Kabojja International School’s Head of School, Sandy Bansal, expressed delight at the tournament’s success, highlighting the school’s commitment to investing in sports, particularly badminton.
“We aim to nurture great Olympians and promote badminton in Uganda,” Bansal said.
The championship featured four age categories – U10, U13, U15, and U19 – with events in mixed doubles, doubles, and singles for both girls and boys.
The tournament showcased the talents of young Ugandan athletes, with Abigail Ndagire’s performance serving as a shining example of excellence in badminton.
As the sport continues to grow in Uganda, events like the Kabojja International Schools Badminton Championship will play a vital role in identifying and nurturing talented young players.
2025 Uganda badminton Kabojja International School tournament winners
Mixed Doubles
1 Abu Althaf+Shaji Serah
2 Dalton Matovu Samuel+Gloria Mirembe Namuwawu MENGO SS
3 Joyce Nakigudde+Jonah Ssempebwa KABOJJA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
4 Kristabel Ahereza+Mitala TORRNIE Shemuel KABOJJA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Girls Doubles
1 Swaburah Nayiga+Abigail Mawanda Ndagire ANNET
2 Tewelde Merhawit+Limda Vishinav A
3 Iris Namakwa+Megan Owomugisha KABOJJA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
4 Habtay Dibora+Sereke Luliya A
Boys Doubles
1 Meeran Afeef+Rayhan Mohammed
2 Abu Althaf+Shaji Samuel
3 Dalton Matovu Samuel+Pius Mukisa MENGO SS
Girls U-19
1 Abigail Mawanda Ndagire ANNET
2 Megan Owomugisha KABOJJA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
3 Dhulupudi Sudharshini A
3 Sereke Luliya Mawanda
Girls U-15
1 Abigail Mawanda Ndagire ANNET
2 Swaburah Nayiga ANNET
3 Nalwanga Tessie KABOJJA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
3 Tendo Nakimuli
GirlsS U-13
1 Swaburah Nayiga ANNET
2 Umaimah Nabasirye MBOGO
3 Tendo Nakimuli
3 Berindah Nakintu ANNET
Girls U-10
1 Blessing Agatesi ANNET
2 Umaimah Nabasirye MBOGO
3 Caroline Namwanja ANNET
3 Berindah Nakintu ANNET
Boys U-19
1 Abu Althaf
2 Pius Mukisa
3 Matia Tusabe
3 Hassan Mulindwa HANA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Boys U-15
1 Abu Althaf
2 Pius Mukisa
3 Shaji Samuel
3 Matia Tusabe
Boys U-13
1 Sam Bisaso MBOGO
2 Calton Kisakye MBOGO
3 Sofian Nsubuga MBOGO
3 Kalsea Kitiibwa MBOGO
Boys U-10
1 Sofian Nsubuga MBOGO
2 Uthuman Hatwib MBOGO
3 Evans Kweya MBOGO
3 Kalsea Kitiibwa MBOGO
