By Lubulwa Edrine
The president of the Federation of Tug of War Associations Uganda (FUTWA), Kintu Edmund yesterday evening meet Robert Sserwanga, the minister of Youth, Sports and Arts, for Buganda Kingdom, to discuss strategies for promoting Tug of War Sport (Ensiitano yo Muguwa) through the kingdom’s established sports structures.
The development held at the Buganda Kingdom headquarters in Bulange Mengo, emphasized leveraging cultural institutions to revitalize the traditional sport and engage youth across the region.
“Tug of war sport aligns with our heritage and offers a platform to keep young people active and disciplined. We will work closely with FUTWA to ensure this sport thrives within our communities,” Sserwanga stated.
The minister also highlighted on the Kingdom’s enthusiasm to collaborate with FUTWA to achieve a goal of incorporating Tug of war sport into the kingdom’s annual sports festivals and other cultural celebrations to broaden its visibility.
The president of Tug of War, Kintu proposed to integrate the sport into the Buganda Kingdom’s grassroots sports programs, schools, and community events including the Bika and Masaza.
The meeting concluded with plans to launch pilot programs in selected districts by early [year], supported by the kingdom’s sports infrastructure.
Stakeholders expressed optimism that the initiative will not only revive interest in tug of war but also strengthen communal bonds and promote healthy lifestyles among the people of Buganda and Uganda at large.
