Former Western Bulls backrower, Andrew Odhiambo has been elected as the new Jinja Hippos captain following the club’s annual general meeting held on November 9, 2024.
The meeting took place at Damwaters Rugby Grounds, Uganda. Through their socials, Jinja shared their new excom members with Odhiambo replacing David King Wako.
Jinja Hippos forward Andrew Odhiambo after receiving MVP award against Warriors. PHOTO/JINJA HIPPOS
Odhiambo joined the Uganda league in 2023 and he emerged as the top try scorer in the 15s version, playing for Jinja Hippos. He also impressed in the shorter version and featured for Uganda’s emerging 7s in the Safari 7s.
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Joshua Wakabi has been elected as the new chairman with Joab Tamiti being elected as vice chairperson as he takes over from Meddy Rwakishaya.
Jinja Hippos Andrew Odhiambo goes for a try against Warriors. PHOTO/UGANDA RUGBY UNION
Kenneth Byamukana will be the new treasurer taking over outgoing treasurer David Spenser.
New Jinja Hippos RFC Excom
Chairperson – Joshua Wakabi
Vice Chairperson – Joab Tamiti
Treasurer – Kenneth Byamukama
Secretary – Billy Waiswa
Technical Director – Timothy Grover
Head of Commercial- Joseph Etelu
Club Captain – Andrew Odhiambo
Players’ Rep. (Hippos) – Aziz Bagalana
Players’ Rep. (Nile Rapids) – Tina Akello
In 2020 the new elected excom included;
Chair – Jonan Manzi
Vice Chair – Meddy Rwakishaya
General Secretary – Ruth Riley
Treasurer – David Spenser
Secretary Commercial – William Mwizuka
Secretary Welfare – Joel Muyabi
Club Captain – David King Wako
