Sports activities: Uganda sends 12 for Africa Swimming Championships in

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Uganda can be represented by twelve swimmers at this yr’s Africa Aquatics Swimming Championships, that includes elite competitors for seniors, juniors and masters in Oran, Algeria, from May 5 to May 10, 2026.

The workforce is led by captain Avice Meya, who’s amongst three senior swimmers on the workforce alongside Gloria Muzito and Tendo Mukalazi. The junior members embrace Jordan Jolly Ssamula, Mary Peyton Suubi, Ethani Ssengooba, Tara Kisawuzi, Kyle Christian Kaweesa, Peterson Inhensiko and Daniel Rukundo Nuwagaba.

Master’s swimmer Peter Ssebanakitta can be on the workforce, which has travelled with coach Peter Mugisha, additionally a grasp’s swimmer, and Uganda Aquatics president Moses Mwase as the top of delegation.

The six-day continental occasion serves as a serious hub for African aquatic growth, that includes each swimming and open water occasions forward of the Commonwealth Games.

Kaumi is focusing on matching a few of his elder brother Tendo Kaumi, who couldn’t make it to the workforce due to educational commitments in Hungary.

“I’m more than ready, having prepared well with my coach for this event. I’m targeting posting good times that will earn me at least 600 World Aquatics points and above,” Kaumi stated.

“I’m extremely excited to be able to represent the country on the continental stage because it shows that all the hard work I have put in since I was a young kid is finally paying off and fulfilling my goal of representing the country.”

Flagging off the workforce on the Elite Swim and Gym in Ntinda on Saturday, Mwase urged the swimmers to take care of self-discipline and teamwork, reminding them that they’re representing Uganda on the championship.

Mwase stated Meya’s choice was geared toward inspiring extra ladies to take up the game, given the excessive attrition charges amongst feminine swimmers after they flip 18.

“She has been in the pool for a very long time and is doing well. She has inspired a generation of swimmers doing wonderful times, and it is something to be proud of,” Mwase famous.

“We want to see our swimmers excel at the highest level so that they can continue representing us at other major events. Represent us with pride, do your very best, and hoist our flag high.”