The adverts, social media campaigns, and launch had happened a while back with the promise of an unforgettable season, and true to the organizer Mr. Ian Rumanyika’s word the official day of the corporate games kicked off on 2nd March 2025 as all roads led to the NEC grounds in Bugolobi.
It was exactly as it had been marketed and, oh did I tell you? They had the Air Force Band in formation marching around the field with each company’s participants; a sound to behold, brought back childhood memories of scout assemblies at Baden Powell school woop woop…..yeayyyy.
The day started cool with the 45 companies that registered for this year’s games including but not limited to The Judiciary Commission, Uganda Batteries Limited, Uganda Baati, State House, and Mulwana Group Of Companies to mention but a few all showed up in their very well designed and branded game kits and jerseys exuding enthusiasm and excitement I had not seen in a hot minute geared up to fully represent which lit up my already lit day as I smiled from ear to ear watching them come in.
The sponsors, NBS Sports were live on the field covering all the highlights while UZIMA Water sponsored and supplied water to all participating companies free of charge.
Around 10 a.m. the sun started to show off its hotness but did it stop them? ABSOLUTELY NOT; it instead seemed to re-energize everyone in attendance; a sight for sore eyes if I may say so.
The guest of honor and chief sportsman who was none other than the General Manager of UZIMA Water and Vice Chairman of NEC FC Major Ankwasa Edgar came in around 12.30 pm seemingly pleased with the huge turnout and he announced that the CEO outing where CEOs will participate in a myriad of fun games will take place in May.
Furthermore, he informed us all that the Corporate run which is specifically designed for the good of expectant mothers will also begin in October and other outings like the Aviation and Oil and Gas outing will also be part of this year’s activities to look forward to.
Thereafter the games began with football, volleyball, and tug of war all happening in different corners of the field at the same time.
Service providers for snacks and refreshments of all kinds were also in attendance as they catered to the multitudes of sports lovers that showed up; notable vendors included Soul Fresh Juice for healthy and nourishing drinks; Jackzaan bar and restaurant with cocktails and roasted meats.
On the photography and videography was HI5 Media with a camera at every angle.
I could write about it till the goats come home but at this juncture allow me duly inform you that the Corporate games will be happening every second Sunday of every month this year going forward at the NEC grounds Bugolobi.
You are all welcome in big numbers, Bring your families, Bring your friends.
Beautiful, happy, exciting, and glorious kickoff day it was.
Till the next game, I am your trusted corporate games cheerleader, Diana Kamugisha.