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23rd FEASSA Games officially launched at Jamhuri stadium, Morogoro

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2 weeks ago

August 17, 2026

The 23rd edition of the FEASSA Games was officially opened at the Jamhuri stadium in Morogoro city, Tanzania on Sunday, 16th August 2026.

Professor Adolf Mkenda, the Minister of Education, Science and Technology was chief guest at the well attended event.

Prof. Mkenda represented the Hon. Dr. Mwigulu Lameck Nchemba, the Prime Minister of the United Republic of Tanzania who had been confirmed as chief guest.

“Today, Morogoro is more than a host of the 2026 FEASSA Games. It has become a meeting point of East African youth, a symbol of regional integration and growth. We are deeply honored that partner states have entrusted Tanzania with the responsibility of hosting these games. Sports speaks every language, respects every culture. It has extra ordinary ability to unite people of all races, religious beliefs and geographical background. Every match played, every race run, every goal scored, every point scored contributes to the East African spirit. Let us embrace the values of Olympic movement; Excellence, respect, teamwork and the joy of effort. Like Nelson Mandela said; Sports has the people to change the world” Professor Mkenda remarked.

Uganda students dance at Jamhuri stadium, Morogoro

The FEASSA President Justus Mugisha expressed overwhelming progress of these games since inception 22 years ago.

“From humble beginnings, FEASSSA has grown into the biggest schools tournament in the region, Africa and the entire world.” He highlighted.

This year’s championship has drawn 8000 visitors; 6000 of these are participants and over 2000 of them officials.

“We are gathered here in the beautiful city of Morogoro for the 23rd FEASSA Games. The United Republic of Tanzania has once again opened its arms to FEASSA for the fifth timeThe categories entail Secondary (U-19), Primary (U-15) and Special Needs Education (SNEs). This is not basically sports but the East Africa Integration in action. I thank the Government of Tanzania, Morogoro local government, FEASSA Executive committee members, local organizing committee, officials, participants, media and the general public. Morogoro has set a new standard. People are welcoming, happy, friendly and caring. To you the athletes, you are the ambassadors. Build friendships. Let the games build teamwork, teamwork, discipline and unity” Mugisha added.

The respective country delegation heads from Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda and Burundi were accorded a special mention along the Government officials, Members of Parliament (MP’s), team officials, coaches, players, the media and general public.

Meanwhile, the East African Development Bank (EADB) announced a $ 90,000 offer to FEASSA.

EADB Country Manager, Mr. Stephen Wambura and Justus Mugisha the FEASSA president

EADB Country Manager, Mr. Stephen Wambura, said the FEASSA tournament is a great platform for the Bank to invest in the development of East Africa’s young sporting talent as part of the bank’s mission to contribute to sustainable development programs that create a lasting positive impact for the region.

“While our core mandate is financing development projects across key sectors of the economy, we recognize that sustainable development goes beyond infrastructure and enterprises. It also means investing in people, especially young people, who represent the future of our region. It is for this reason that EADB partnered with FEASSA as the title sponsor of the 23rd edition of the games and committed USD 90,000 towards the successful delivery of the tournament” said Mr. Wambura.

Some of the Ugandan student delegation at 2026 FEASSA Games in Morogoro

“Sports sponsorship is one of the key pillars of our Corporate Social Initiatives(CSI) agenda because we understand the transformative power of sports in shaping character, promoting healthy lifestyles and unlocking opportunities for young people in our region. Through this sponsorship, we are investing not only in the competition, but in the development of the next generation of East African leaders” he added.

The games (indoor and outdoor) started on Friday, 14th August 2026 and will run throughout the week until Saturday, 22nd August 2026.

Uganda is the defending overall champion.

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St Mary’s Kitende edge hosts Morogoro S.S to boys’ football gold in ill-tempered finale | 2026 FEASSA Games

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5 days ago

August 23, 2026

Kenny Malone

2026 FEASSA Games:

Football (Boys):

Gold Medal Match:

Morogoro Secondary School (Tanzania) 1-2 St Mary’s Kitende (Uganda)

St Mary’s Boarding Secondary School Kitende smiled to the gold medal in the boys’ football competition at the 2026 FEASSA Games hosted in Morogoro, Tanzania.

The record FEASSA football champions held their nerves to beat hosts Morogoro SS 2-1 at the Jamhuri stadium before a capacity crowd that included the St Mary’s Kitende director Dr Lawrence Mulindwa.

Isaac Tibenkana gave Kitende the lead in the 38th minute. Leonard Kigoye scored past his own goalkeeper Denis Mugerwa for Morogoro S.S equalizer.

Jordan Tugume beat goalkeeper Felix Ezekiel as Kitende’s lead was restored.

Celebrations for St Mary’s Kitende | Credit: David Isabirye

Morogoro S.S completed the game with two players less after violent conduct.

Vincent Rashidi and Emil Maulidi were sent off by Rwandese referee Remy Victor in the 54th and 80th minutes respectively.

“It was a fight well fought, a journey well moved. I salute every party involved; from the players, coaches, administrators, other support staff and the fans,” Zzungu, the head coach remarked.

St Mary’s Kitende also won gold in Netball and Basketball (girls) to add to the bulk of gold medals for team Uganda in Table Tennis, Badminton, Swimming, Scrabble, Chess and others.

The FEASSA 2026 Games theme was “Nurturing Sports Talent”.

Hosts Tanzania were joined by teams from Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya and Burundi in the different sporting disciplines.

The 2027 edition will be hosted by Kigali, Rwanda.

Team Line Ups:

Morogoro S.S XI: Felix Ezekiel (G.K), Godfrey Christian, Feisal Bakari, Fredrick Daniel, Vicent Rashidi, Farid Hassani, Stephano Stephano, Lucas Lyamba, Ally Shagihi, Shukuru Mbagei, Boniface Mkami

Subs: Salehe Ucheche, Emil Maulidi, Shafii Mayotela, Paulo Msengi, Paulo Kivambe, Bahati Manyasi, Aggrey Kileka

Team officials:

Head coach: Emmanuel Kimbawala

Assistant coach: Mwinyiganga Mpunugu

Team doctor: Moses Biluiuo

Games Teacher: Felician Remigius

St Mary’s Kitende XI: Denis Mugerwa (G.K), Ronald Kigoye, Moses Kalule, Farouk Lubega, Alvin Wanume, Claude Wakenge, Marvin Kabiito, Ashraf Kyakuwa, Isaac Tibenkana, Lorian Kisakye Lwesibawa, Owen Mukisa

Subs: Hamidu Kasumba, Samuel Mubiru, Peter Matovu, Elvis Opakrwoth, Leonard Kasaanya, Nabiru Kajumba, Jordan Tugume, James Ssekate

Team officials:

Head coach: Hassan Zungu
Assistant coach: Daniel Abel Male
Goalkeeping coach: Mubarak Kiberu
Team doctor: Alosious Kyeyune
Games Teacher: Ronald Mulajje

Match officials:

Referee: Remmy Victor
1st Assistant Referee: Theogeni Twizeyimana
2nd Assistant Referee: Emmanuel Irafasha
Fourth official: Jean Marc Mfizi

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Beach Soccer: Uganda, Tanzania excel in 2026 FEASSA Games

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7 days ago

August 21, 2026

Logan Mclaughlin

FEASSA Games 2026:

Beach Soccer (Medalists):

Girls:

Gold: Uganda
Silver: Uganda
Bronze: Tanzania

Boys:

Gold: Tanzania
Silver: Uganda
Bronze: Uganda

Uganda and Tanzania dominated Beach Soccer at the 2026 Federation of East Africa Secondary Sports Association (FEASSA) Games in Morogoro city, Tanzania.

Uganda won four medals out of the possible six in this sport.

A gold medal for the girls’ team was spiced by two silver medals in both gender and a bronze for the boys.

Uganda girls in Beach Soccer action at 2026 FEASSA Games

Tanzania earned gold for the boys and a bronze medal for girls.

Uganda’s gold medal was attained by Standard High School Zzana, following a 6-3 victory over Sacred Heart Secondary School in the final.

Beach Soccer Action at the 20026 FEASSA Games in Morogoro

The gold medal to team Uganda is a big boost, as the reigning FEASSA champions have confirmed top spots in Netball, Table Tennis (boys and girls), Badminton (boys and girls), Scrabble (girls), Tennis (boys) and Softball (girls).

Kenya has captured gold in athletics and cross country, Rugby (7’s and 15’s), Hockey (boys and girls), Scrabble (boys) as well as Lacrosse (boys and girls).

Thursday (20th August 2026) had Swimming, Cricket and Basketball action with a FEASSA Sports Symposium held at Cate Hotel, Morogoro.

The theme of this symposium is.“ Sports Talent Development pathways in East Africa: From school sport to regional and global excellence”.

The finals will be played on Saturday, 22nd August 2026.

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Girls’ Football: Uganda advances three teams to the semifinals | 2026 FEASSA Games

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1 week ago

August 20, 2026

Logan Mclaughlin

FEASSA Games 2026:

Girls’ Football (Semi-finals) – Friday, 21st August

Amus College School (Uganda) Vs PSB Huye (Rwanda)
Rines Secondary School (Uganda) Vs Boni Consili Vocational & Secondary School (Uganda)

Uganda has qualified three schools to the semifinal level of girls’ football for the 2026 FEASSA Games ongoing in Morogoro, Tanzania.

Rines Secondary School, Boni Consili Vocational & Secondary School and Amus College School are the three schools joined by Rwanda’s PSB Huye in the semifinals.

Rines S.S topped Group A with 12 points, same as PSB Huye. The former have a one goal difference.

Both teams recorded four victories and one lose apiece.

Boni Consili Vocational and Secondary School girls football team

In Group B, Amus College finished the pool with 8 points, unbeaten.

Boni Consili Vocational & Secondary School are in second position with 7 points.

PSB Huye girls football team | Credit: David Isabirye

Match-ups:

Amus College School tussles against PSB Huye in one semifinal whilst Rines Secondary School will play Boni Consili Vocational & Secondary School in the all-Ugandan affair.

The finals will be played on Saturday, 22nd August 2026 with the official closing ceremony held on the same day.

This is the 23rd edition of the FEASSA Games with over 8000 participants from Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi.