Uganda continues to make waves at the 13th edition of the African Games held in Accra, Kumasi, and Cape Coast Cities, with cyclist Charles Kagimu securing yet another gold medal on Friday evening.

Despite challenging conditions, including excessive humidity in Poukuase, a suburb of Accra, Kagimu emerged victorious in the individual time trial category, marking Uganda’s second gold medal at the event. His achievement follows the earlier successes of Husinah Kobugabe and Gladys Mbabazi in badminton.

Reflecting on his triumph, Kagimu expressed gratitude, stating, “I thank God for this victory. The heat was intense, but I managed to prevail. I also extend my appreciation to my fellow riders for their contribution to the race.”

With Kagimu’s gold, Uganda’s medal tally rises to 8, comprising two golds (badminton and cycling), three silvers (weightlifting), and three bronze medals (swimming and weightlifting).

Kagimu, a reigning African champion in the individual time trial, maintained his stellar form, having previously claimed the title at the same venue in February 2023.

In football, Uganda’s Under-20 teams displayed remarkable prowess, securing berths in the semifinals. The men’s team, dubbed the Hippos, delivered a flawless performance in the group stage, notching up three consecutive victories, including notable wins against Senegal (2-1) and Nigeria (1-0), as well as South Sudan (1-0).

Similarly, the Uganda U20 National Women’s Team, known as the Queen Cranes, advanced to the semifinals undefeated, showcasing impressive performances against Tanzania and Ethiopia, along with a commendable draw against hosts Ghana. The Queen Cranes are now set to face Nigeria, the leaders of Group B, in the semifinals.

Elsewhere, in boxing, Owen Kibira emerged victorious against Equatorial Guinea’s Billigraham Nze in the men’s 67 kg category, while Sharua Musa Ndagire suffered a defeat against Nigeria’s Oje Nene in the women’s 57 kg category.

Today’s action includes Muzamiru Ssemuddu’s clash with Togo’s Holonou Akousan in the men’s 71 kg category, along with Kasimu Murungi’s bout against Liberia’s Williams Timothy in the men’s 57 kg category in boxing. Additionally, Uganda’s women’s handball team is poised to compete against DR Congo in the preliminary round at the Borteyman Sports Complex.

Uganda’s participation spans a diverse array of sports, including athletics, weightlifting, cricket, rugby (7’s), table tennis, tennis, swimming, cycling, basketball, taekwondo, handball, football, and badminton.