By Nanteza Ruth Walusimbi
NATIONAL
National Social Security fund (NSSF) has reaffirmed its commitment to continue supporting talents through organizing the annual Kampala Amateur Volleyball Club (KAVC) Tournament to grow the sport in the region.
The Head of Marketing and Communications at the National Social Security Fund, Barbra Teddy Arimi, while officiating at the closing of a three-days NSSF Kampala Amateur Volley Club international volleyball tournament at Lugogo indoor stadium, says the tournament provides an opportunity to promote talents among the youths.
This year’s edition held from September 12–14 at the Lugogo Indoor Stadium & National Hockey Grounds was under the theme “Championing Better Community Health and Behavior Through Sports.”
The message underscores the importance of physical health and social behavior, encouraging individuals especially the youth to adopt healthier lifestyles through active participation in sports, particularly volleyball.
NSSF injected UGX 120 million as platinum sponsors to facilitate smooth operations of the tournament, including logistics, team welfare, and prize money.
“A better future can be achieved by taking care of vital aspects of life such as our health and behavior. These values can be nurtured and strengthened through participation in sporting activities,” said Arimi.
At the tournament, Rwanda’s APR women became the champions. After beating its encounter parts, the police of Rwanda, in the women’s category, and in the men’s category, KCB-Uganda won Equity Kenya.
Overall, 46 teams from Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, and Tanzania participated in the tournament.
