Youth Sport Uganda - YSU

06/07/2026

🟩One Year Since We Made History!

One year ago, Team Uganda stood proudly on African football's biggest stage, successfully defending the Africa Women's Cup title after an unforgettable two days of competition in Nairobi, Kenya.

With 8 member countries coming together, the tournament was more than football. It was a powerful movement that united women through sport, championed gender equality, raised awareness against gender-based violence, and demonstrated the transformative power of football to create opportunities and inspire hope.

After entering the tournament as defending champions from Arusha 2024, our incredible women rose to the occasion once again, overcoming every challenge before defeating the hosts, Kenya, in the final to retain the continental crown. 👑🇺🇬

Today, we celebrate not only the trophy but also the resilience, teamwork, courage, and determination of every player who proudly wore the Ugandan jersey. Their journey continues to inspire more girls and young women to believe in themselves, dream without limits, and use sport as a platform for positive change.

As we look back on these unforgettable memories, we remain committed to playing for a future where every girl has the opportunity to thrive, both on and off the pitch.❤️⚽

22/06/2026

🟩"Until Everyone Is Safe" reminds us that every child and young person deserves a safe place to learn, play, grow, and dream.💯

Today, more than 117 million people around the world have been forcibly displaced by conflict, persecution and human rights violations. Behind these figures are young lives shaped by uncertainty, yet still carrying resilience, hope, and the desire to belong.

We are using sport to create safe, inclusive, and structured spaces where refugee and host community youth can connect. On the field, barriers break down. Trust is built. Confidence grows. And wellbeing is strengthened through play, teamwork, and positive relationships.

As we reflect on , we reaffirm our commitment to ensuring that no young person is left behind. Because true safety is not only about protection it is about wellbeing, dignity, connection, and the opportunity to thrive.

Every session we deliver, every game we facilitate, and every team we form contributes to stronger social bonds, improved mental wellbeing, and a deeper sense of belonging among young people.

Together, we continue to build communities where sport becomes a tool for healing, inclusion, and growth because our work is not done until everyone is safe.🌎💪

RefugeeInclusion MentalHealth LeaveNoOneBehind

11/06/2026

🟩As we commemorate the , we affirm a simple but powerful message: Protect play, protect childhood.

Globally, millions of children still lack safe spaces to play, and an estimated 1 in 7 children under the age of five do not have access to basic play materials at home highlighting the urgent need to protect, promote, and prioritize play for every child.

Play is more than fun; it is a powerful tool for learning, growth, healing, and development. It is essential in helping children and young people build confidence, develop critical life skills, strengthen relationships, and discover their potential. Through play, learning becomes active, inclusive, and meaningful.

But to truly transform lives, play must happen in safe and supportive environments where every child can learn, express themselves, and thrive free from harm, abuse, or discrimination. This is why protecting play is protecting childhood ensuring that children grow in spaces where they can simply be children.

Together, let us continue to champion child protection, safeguard children’s rights, and create communities where every child can play safely, learn freely, and grow into their fullest potential because when we protect play, we protect childhood.

05/06/2026

📌We are incredibly proud to be an official delegation of Festival 26 ! ⚽🌎

In exactly one month, our youth will travel to Boston, Massachusetts, for 9 days of leadership development, cultural immersion, and sport for good programming learning and playing alongside more than 400 young people from around the world.

Festival 26 is a global youth gathering developed to harness the power of sport to create transformative opportunities for young people. Hosted by and with support from , Festival 26 will give all participants the opportunity to expand their cross-cultural knowledge, deepen their understanding of sport for impact, and visit one of the U.S.'s most historical cities as it plays host to the 2026 World Cup.

We can't wait to get there! To learn more about Festival 26, visit the link in our bio.

02/06/2026

🟩As we continue to celebrate six years of the Game Connect Project, we reflect on an incredible journey that has demonstrated the power of sport in promoting mental health, psychosocial wellbeing, and positive urban youth development.

This milestone highlights inspiring stories of transformation, with young people growing into peer leaders, coaches, and changemakers, while schools and communities have become safer spaces for learning, healing, and growth through sport.

The celebration was also an opportunity to appreciate six years of dedication from our coaches, teachers, partners, and stakeholders whose commitment has made this impact possible.

Six years on, Game Connect remains a testament to the power of sport in building stronger communities, supporting mental wellbeing, and creating opportunities for young people to thrive.

22/05/2026

🟩The team is proud to have joined the Government of Uganda through the , together with development partnersfor the launch of 10 Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) materials aimed at strengthening mental health and wellbeing in schools across the country.

The materials including teachers’ guides, learner booklets for both primary and post-primary levels, as well as substance abuse prevention and management readers were designed to equip learners, teachers, and educators with practical tools to identify, prevent, and respond to psychosocial challenges within school environments.

The launch created an important platform for dialogue on the need for a whole-school approach to mental wellbeing, reminding stakeholders that real change in schools goes beyond policy. It happens when teachers are supported, learners feel safe, and communities actively prioritize mental health and wellbeing.

The participation of our young people from the Game Connect project added a powerful youth voice to the discussions, reinforcing the importance of involving young people in shaping solutions that directly affect their wellbeing and learning environments.

As Uganda continues to strengthen mental health and psychosocial support in education, the message remains clear: intentional and collective action is needed now more than ever.

Because stronger schools create stronger communities.
And better mental health creates brighter futures.

24/04/2026

📌Sport and play are not about performance they are about creating experiences that help young people learn, reflect, and apply skills in their everyday lives.💯

During her visit and engagement with different stakeholders under the , Johanna Käser from the led a teacher's training focused on inclusive and interactive learning approaches. The sessions emphasized shifting the focus from teaching to the learning process, recognizing that learners engage differently through writing, listening, movement, and structured thinking and that effective learning happens through active participation and interaction.

Through practical, play-based activities, teachers experienced how these methods can enhance participation, strengthen life skills, and create more inclusive classrooms.

These engagements continue to support teachers and stakeholders in promoting learning environments that respond to diverse learner needs, ultimately contributing to the holistic development of young people for education, employment, and meaningful participation in their communities.

22/04/2026

22/04/2026

Meet Ambrose Otim - former Ugandan Homeless World Cup player and now an International Olympic Committee Youth Leader 🙌 🇺🇬

🌏 From Kampala to the global stage read how Ambrose is using football to change lives in his community

In June, Ambrose will launch his IOC backed two-year programme 'Play Pure' on the pitch where he first started to play with Youth Sport Uganda - YSU using sport to tackle substance abuse and addiction in his community 🇺🇬

📸 Angelica Ibarra Rodriquez

Olympics | IOC Young Leaders

20/04/2026

🎥Stepping into the new week, we’re still carrying the energy from the one-day Summit 2026, where powerful conversations on sport and mental health came alive, and young people, experts, and partners came together with one shared purpose: building stronger, healthier communities.

Moments like these remind us it was more than just an event—it reflects six years of impact, connection, and using sport as a tool for healing, resilience, and hope.