The Federation of Motor Sports Uganda (FMU) has expressed its concerns over the National Recognition and Reward Scheme, which it believes does not adequately recognize and reward motocross champions. FMU President Jimmy Akena Obote highlighted this issue during the flag-off ceremony for the 36 riders representing Uganda at the FIM African Motorcross of Africa Nations (MXoAN) championship in Harare, Zimbabwe.
Call for Fair Treatment
Obote emphasized that motocross riders face significant challenges to promote the country through their sport and deserve recognition and rewards similar to those given to other athletes. “Like other sports, we also want to be recognized. Riders go for international events and come back victorious. If done, it will motivate our young talents, thus promoting and developing motor sports in the country,” he said.
Government Response
The FMU’s concerns were raised with the National Council of Sports (NCS) officials, including Mr. Milton Chebet, Ms. Annie Sarah Nankya, and Ms. Sarah Chelangat. Chelangat assured FMU that their concerns would be looked into, as the new act is yet to be fully applied. Obote promised to express his opinion on rewarding motor sports champions to parliament, seeking to address the disparity in recognition and rewards.
The Ugandan team, led by Arthur Blick Jnr and team captain Gift Ssebuguzi, is set to compete against top riders from across Africa at the Don Brook motocross track in Harare, Zimbabwe, this weekend. With the FMU’s efforts to seek recognition and rewards for motor sports champions, the team is hopeful for a positive outcome and a successful championship.
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