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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The best performers in the men’s and women’s categories will be awarded cars at the 22nd edition of the Uganda Corporate League that kick offs this Sunday, March 24th, at Makerere University Kampala Sports Grounds.
The 2024 edition of the Corporate League comes with the addition of a Kids section that is set to be launched in May, themed “As I Pay, You Play,” encouraging parents in the Corporate League to come along with their children so they can be part of the fun and camaraderie.
Over 55 companies are in the final process of registering in what is aleady being touted as the grandest edition of the Corporate League thus far.
Dennis Mbidde Ssebuggwawo, Corporate League Board Chairperson spoke about the league’s continued commitment to promoting physical wellness, team bonding as well accountability.
“We’ve curated an experience that delivers on all the pertinent fronts of team building. This is on top of the fact that we are encouraging companies to show up flamboyantly and project their brands in a light that benefits them and the corporate league,” Mbidde remarked.
“We are also being very intentional about the take-away experiences of the employees; and as such, have instituted a mechanism to give progress reports to the HR departments of all our participating companies. This year is packed with so many innovations, and we can’t wait to roll them out.”
Board Chairperson Mbidde and Adu Rando, Managing Director of Nile Breweries, in unison, celebrated the continued relationship between the league and Nile Breweries. Adu Rando praised the Corporate League’s notion of fitness and health and the impact it had on the workforce at Nile Breweries.
“The Corporate League’s notion of fitness, fun, networking, and health has helped the employees of Nile Breweries to bond, become more productive, and be more effective in the workforce,” remarked Adu Rando, Managing Director of Nile Breweries.
The addition and spices kept coming as Randu announced that the Most Valuable Players for the year 2024 in both the men’s and women’s categories would each walk away with a car.
“The male MVP and female MVP will win a car to celebrate their hard work because we get to see a lot of talent on the Corporate League turf that never gets rewarded,” remarked Mr. Randu.
The addition of cars to the awards package for top performers shows Nile Breweries’ commitment to the growth of the Corporate League brand, as a premium corporate sports brand in the country.
“The Corporate League has evolved beyond mere competition. We are dedicated to fostering intentional team building and promoting a culture of excellence among corporate entities. Our league is not just about sports; it’s about creating avenues for meaningful engagement, camaraderie, and personal growth for corporate individuals,” remarked Fabian Kasi, Patron of the Corporate League and Managing Director of Centenary Bank.
Kasi urged various HR Managers to hold employees accountable regarding active participation in the competition and heralded the competition as a beacon for corporate etiquette.
“Teams will be measured not only by their performance on the field but also by their conduct and sportsmanship. This event is an opportunity for companies to showcase their commitment to excellence in all aspects of corporate culture.”
David Awilo Bashisha, the Head of Competitions Corporate League promised fair competition throughout the year as a result of the new point awarding system introduced in 2023. He also committed to timekeeping, asserting that venue and fixtures will especially be communicated and delivered promptly.
“The launch of the Uganda Corporate League promises to be a momentous occasion, uniting companies from various industries in the spirit of camaraderie and healthy competition. With a commitment to excellence and teamwork, the Corporate League sets a new standard for corporate engagement in Uganda,” explained an ecstatic Julius Kakeeto, the MD of Post Bank Uganda.
