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Parliament of the Republic of Uganda
Source: Parliament of the Republic of Uganda |

Uganda: Prioritise sports funding in Budget process - Speaker

Prayers from the motion included urging government to provide Shs2,546,276,000 to the Uganda Rugby Union for their preparations to host the Rugby Africa Cup

The Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among, has directed the Executive to prioritise sports budgeting during budget formulation instead of relying on reallocations. Among issued the directive while chairing the House on Tuesday, 16 April 2024 wherein she emphasised that the sports sector is one of the avenues through which Uganda…

Rugby Africa
Source: Rugby Africa |

International Day of Sport for Development and Peace (April 6): Rugby’s Pathway to Africa’s Future (By Herbert Mensah)

Africa can harness the power of sport to champion human potential, serving as a tool to drive the African continent towards greatness for generations to come

By President of Rugby Africa, Herbert Mensah (www.RugbyAfrique.com). Saturday April 6 marks International Day of Sport for Development and Peace. As we reflect on this day, it is crucial to explore the potential impact of sport in Africa. The African Development Bank projects that Africa is set to grow to 2.4…

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Source: Rugby Africa |

Rugby Africa Launch Women’s Leadership and Management Training Program

In alignment with World Rugby, the online training program is designed to equip women volunteers and employees of rugby unions with essential managerial skills

Rugby Africa (www.RugbyAfrique.com), the continental governing body of Rugby across Africa, introduces the Women’s Leadership and Management Training Program. The program will feature a dynamic curriculum consisting of presentations, workshops, expert testimonials and real-world case studies. In alignment with World Rugby, the online training program is designed to equip women…

Rugby Africa
Source: Rugby Africa |

Ghana Unveils First International Standard Rugby Stadium in West Africa

The Rugby Stadium, inaugurated for the 2024 African Games, symbolizes the advancement of sports infrastructure in Africa

In a ground-breaking development for sports, Ghana proudly unveiled the Rugby Stadium at the 2024 African Games (https://apo-opa.co/3V9VQc6) scheduled from March 8 to March 23 in Accra, Ghana. Situated at the University of Ghana, the stadium holds the promise of becoming a cornerstone for hosting international rugby competitions. The Rugby…

Rugby Africa
Source: Rugby Africa |

African Games Introduce Rugby for Historic Debut from March 8 to March 23 in Accra, Ghana

The 13th edition of the African Games serves as the official qualifier for the 2024 Olympic Paris Games and anticipates a viewership of 2.2 billion people

Today marks an historic milestone as Rugby Sevens makes its eagerly awaited debut at the African Games (https://www.Accra2023AG.com), scheduled from March 8 to March 23 in Accra, Ghana. The 13th edition of the African Games will serve as the official qualifier for the 2024 Olympic Paris Games. Organized by the…

Rugby Africa
Source: Rugby Africa |

International Women’s Day (March 8): Rugby as the Pathway Forward (By Herbert Mensah)

Elevating women in sports, nurturing their talents and empowering them to lead not only enriches the sporting landscape but fosters a more inclusive and equitable society for all

By President of Rugby Africa, Herbert Mensah (www.RugbyAfrique.com). Friday March 8 marks International Women’s Day. According to a recent publication by the United Nations, 340 million women and girls will be living in extreme poverty by 2030. The importance of gender equality and the well being of women in today’s world…

South African Government
Source: South African Government |

South Africa: Minister Ziz Kodwa meets with Springbok management and players at first alignment camp

Minister Kodwa wished the Springboks well as they begin the cycle towards the 2027 Rugby World Cup

The Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Mr Zizi Kodwa met with the management and players of the South African men’s national rugby team, the Springboks, on Wednesday, 6 March 2024. This engagement took place in Cape Town, on the sidelines of the Springboks’ first alignment camp of the year.…

World Rugby
Source: World Rugby |

Capgemini Women in Rugby Leadership Programme Applications

The Programme aims to support talented women so that they can develop their leadership potential in rugby

We are delighted that you have decided to apply to the World Rugby (www.World.Rugby)/Capgemini Women in Rugby Leadership Programme. The Programme aims to support talented women so that they can develop their leadership potential in rugby. We have awarded 73 scholarships since 2018. The criteria for applications are: Applicants must…

Rugby Africa
Source: Rugby Africa |

Ghana’s Minister for Youth and Sports Marks the 25-Day Countdown to the 13th African Games, Accra 2023 and Commissioning of Sports Complex

The construction of state-of-the-art sports facilities in the country, not only provides a platform for athletic excellence, but also contributes to the overall infrastructure development, leaving a legacy for generations to come

As Africa count down 25 days to the beginning of the 13th African games taking place in Accra Ghana between March 8th – March 23, 2024, Ghana’s minister for youth & sports, Hon. Mustapha Ussif (MP) has commissioned a newly constructed sports facility, the Borteyman sports complex in Accra on…

World Rugby
Source: World Rugby |

Rugby World Cup 2023 was the most viewed rugby event of all time

The growth in men’s Rugby World Cup viewership is a testimony to the tournament’s popularity and relevance in a highly competitive global entertainment market

Rugby World Cup 2023 (www.WorldRugby.org) in France was the most viewed rugby event of all time, further cementing its record-breaking legacy. RWC France 2023 achieved 1.33 billion viewing hours (VH) across all programming on linear & non-linear broadcast making it the most viewed rugby event of all time France 2023 achieved…