Buddu and Gomba will on Saturday, June, 21 kickoff this year’s Airtel Buganda Masaza Cup in Masaka as the tournament runs for its 21st edition.
This year’s tournament was launched at Bulange , Mengo, the headquarters of Buganda Kingdom.
Buganda Katikkiro, Charles Peter Mayiga underscored the role of sports in the development of any country.
“Sports are not simply for the enjoyment one receives on the pitch but benefits are immense. It offers employment, builds the body and soul of the participants, bridges gaps and strengthens unity but also raises a lot of funds for individual personalities and for government through tax revenue. These are the benefits that Masaza Cup brings,” Buganda Katikkiro, Charles Peter Mayiga said.
He however urged all stakeholders to participate in the tournament with honesty and discipline, and to avoid the use of witchcraft in order to ensure the growth and success of the sport
“Those who believe in witchcraft are backward. How can one rely on a chicken’s head to help them score a goal or stop the ball from entering the net? Don’t believe in witchcraft.”
Speaking during the launch, Airtel Uganda Managing Director, Soumendra Sahu said the company will continue supporting Buganda Kingdom activities as they have done for many years to promote the country’s football talents.
“We are honoured to continue this partnership which celebrates unity, heritage and sporting excellence. The investment in this tournament is important for improving Uganda’s football talents and helping in behaviour change in regards HIV fight,” Sahu said.
He also used this opportunity to announce the launch of a Masaza Cup bundles for Airtel customers that can enable customers stay connected with minutes and data throughout the tournament.
The chairman of the Airtel Buganda Masaza Cup, Suleiman Ssejjengo said each matchday gives direct employment to at least 4,500 individuals across Buganda.
He said this year’s tournament will have 16 matchdays between June, 21 and November, 1 with teams categorized in three groups.
Qi Sports are the official kit partners for Masaza Cup.
