Veteran journalist Hajji Hassan Badru Zziwa was honored with the prestigious Life Achievers Award at the Fortebet Monthly Sports Awards. A celebrated co-founder of The Observer and former Daily Monitor journalist, Zziwa was recognized for his unwavering dedication to journalism. During his acceptance speech, he urged young reporters to prioritize their craft over personal fame. “A journalist should not be known more than their story; let the story shine instead,” Zziwa remarked, emphasizing the importance of credibility and originality in the profession.
On the sports front, Lydia Namabiro led the Lady Rugby Cranes to a historic bronze medal finish at the Africa Women’s Sevens in Accra, defeating Madagascar 17-5 in the third-place playoff. Namabiro, along with key players Grace Auma and Grace Nabagala, contributed to the team’s stellar performance, which also secured a coveted spot in the 2025 HSBC World Rugby Challenger Series. This marked the team’s second consecutive bronze at the continental event, showcasing their resilience and potential to make an impact on the global stage.
In football, Charles Lwanga of Sports Club Villa was named the Fortebet Player of the Month for November, edging out Vipers SC’s Milton Karisa and Allan Okello. Lwanga’s phenomenal form included six goals in four games, highlighted by a four-goal performance against UPDF and a brace against Wakiso Giants. Reflecting on his achievement, Lwanga credited his success to teamwork and ongoing dedication. “We are training hard as a team to learn from our mistakes and keep the momentum,” he said.
Jas Mangat rounded off the honors by clinching the Rally Award after a commanding win at the Hoima Kabalega Rally, sealing his fourth NRC championship. Beating rivals Ronald Ssebuguzi and Dr. Moustapha Mukasa, Mangat’s victory not only closed the NRC calendar but also solidified his position as one of Uganda’s most accomplished rally drivers. These achievements across journalism and sports highlight a night of excellence and inspiration for all
