Uganda Boxing Federation (UBF) President Moses Muhangi has commended Hamz Stadium Management and the National Council of Sports (NCS) for delivering what he described as the most efficient and well-supported national team camp in the country’s boxing history, as preparations intensify for the forthcoming Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland.
During his maiden visit to the non residential training camp, Muhangi—accompanied by NCS Assistant General Secretary (Technical) Milton Chebet and senior officer Kasumba—expressed satisfaction with the seamless organisation and improved welfare of the athletes.
“This is the best national team camp we have ever had. For over two months, the team has trained without any inconveniences,” Muhangi noted, attributing the success to top-tier facilities and unprecedented institutional backing.
He further praised Hamz Stadium Management for providing “a classy, high-performance training environment from day one,” while highlighting NCS’s full assumption of financial and logistical responsibilities—“a first in Uganda’s boxing history.”
Uganda will field a six-member squad at the Games scheduled from July 23 to August 2. The confirmed boxers include Ibrahim Khemis (Lightweight, 60kg), Azizi Ringo (Heavyweight), team captain Nuhu Batte (Welterweight, 65kg), Emily Nakalema (Welterweight, 65kg), and Angel Katushabe (Flyweight).
Captain Nuhu Batte expressed confidence in the team’s readiness, citing rigorous preparation. “We have trained intensively for more than two months, and everyone is in peak condition. Our mission is clear—win medals and rewrite history in Glasgow,” he asserted.
Uganda last reached the Commonwealth Games podium at the 2022 Birmingham edition, where Teddy Nakimuli secured a bronze medal in the flyweight division.
Muhangi also revealed that NCS General Secretary Dr. Bernard Patrick Ogwel has pledged improved athlete allowances ahead of departure, reinforcing the government’s commitment to high-performance sport.
“With this level of support, expectations are equally high—we want medals,” Muhangi emphasized.
Echoing similar sentiments, Milton Chebet praised the camp’s organisation and renewed collaboration between UBF and NCS. “The level of preparation speaks volumes. As government, we have put everything in place to ensure the team competes effectively,” he said, adding that athletes will be handsomely rewarded—UGX 100 million for gold, UGX 50 million for silver, and UGX 30 million for bronze.
With optimal preparation conditions, enhanced funding, and clear incentives, Uganda’s boxing team heads to Glasgow buoyed by confidence and a firm mandate to deliver podium finishes.
