In a highly anticipated election, Dr. Donald Rukare has secured another term as President of the Uganda Olympic Committee (UOC), reinforcing his leadership in steering Uganda’s Olympic movement. The elections, held earlier today, saw key figures elected to the Executive Committee, promising a future of strategic development in sports governance.
Godwin Arinaitwe Kayangwe clinched the position of First Vice President, while Moses Mwase emerged as the Second Vice President. Beatrice Ayikoru was entrusted with the role of Secretary General, with Sadik Nasiwu taking over as Treasurer. Lydia Dhamuzungu was elected as the Assistant Secretary General, further solidifying the committee’s administrative strength. The newly formed Executive Board also includes Anne Mungoma, Harriet Aya, Jaggwe Robert, and McBond Assimwe, all of whom will play critical roles in shaping the nation’s Olympic agenda.
The elections were conducted under strict procedural guidelines, ensuring transparency and credibility. The re-election of Dr. Rukare underscores confidence in his leadership and commitment to advancing Uganda’s Olympic aspirations. His tenure has been marked by increased athlete support, infrastructural development, and deeper engagement with international sporting bodies. The new committee is expected to build upon these successes while addressing emerging challenges in sports administration.
On the international stage, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) also witnessed a historic leadership transition. The incumbent president Thomas Bach stepped down, making way for an iron-willed and visionary leader Kirsty Conventry, first African International Olympic committee president and and first lady from Zimbabwe. This development signals a new era for global Olympic governance, with a fresh perspective expected to shape policies influencing nations worldwide, including Uganda.
With Uganda’s Olympic governance structure now firmly in place, expectations are high for enhanced athlete representation, improved sports development policies, and a more robust presence on the global sporting stage. The newly elected UOC leadership has a monumental task ahead—ushering Ugandan sports into a golden era of excellence and international recognition.
