Kampala is set to host the 17th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Rugby Africa, the continent’s governing body for rugby, on Friday, 27 February.
The Assembly will bring together senior officials from 32 national unions for what is expected to be one of the most significant meetings in the organisation’s history.
Held in partnership with Uganda’s Ministry of Education and Sports and the Uganda Rugby Union, the three-day event represents Rugby Africa’s highest decision-making forum.
Presidents, board members, and official delegates from across Africa will convene to review progress, exercise voting rights, and determine the strategic direction of rugby on the continent.
Key attendees include Rugby Africa President and World Rugby Executive Board Member Herbert Mensah, Vice President Nasser Bougja, and senior World Rugby officials, including Clare Barrell, Director of International Relations, Investment & Member Services, and Coralie Van Den Berg, Regional Partnerships Manager for Africa.
Rugby Africa General Manager Maha Zaoui, General Secretary Jurie Roux, and Uganda Rugby Union President Godwin Kayangwe are also expected to be present.
“We are coming to Kampala with a clear objective: to modernise our structures and strengthen the foundations of African rugby. Governance sits at the heart of everything we do, and good governance is not optional; it is essential,” said Rugby Africa President Herbert Mensah.
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At the centre of this year’s AGM are proposed amendments to Rugby Africa’s Constitution, the organisation’s supreme governing document.
Delegates will review and vote on reforms aimed at strengthening governance structures, enhancing gender representation in leadership, and modernising Rugby Africa’s institutional framework to align with global standards.
Elections will also be held for key positions within the Rugby Africa Executive Committee. A formal call for candidates has been launched for the roles of Treasurer and an additional Executive Committee Member.
The Assembly will conclude with a press conference at Kabira Country Club to communicate key outcomes to the media.
Uganda has previously hosted the 2024 and 2025 Rugby Africa Cup, which served as Rugby World Cup qualifiers, highlighting its growing role as a key host for continental rugby events.
“Hosting the 17th Rugby Africa AGM in Kampala marks a pivotal milestone in Uganda’s rugby journey, showcasing our nation’s growing stature on the continental stage,” said Uganda Rugby Union President Godwin Kayangwe.
