African Football
Magumba hails Fortebet Real Stars Sports Awards recognition
Ugandan football icon Hakim “Boda Boda” Magumba has expressed heartfelt gratitude after receiving a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the Fortebet Real Stars Monthly Sports Awards. The ceremony, held today, Tuesday, 9 December 2025, at Lazio Restaurant in Kololo, celebrated outstanding performers across various sporting disciplines.
The former Iganga, SC Villa, Atraco FC, and Uganda Cranes midfielder—renowned for his dazzling dribbling skills—was honored once again for his remarkable contribution to Ugandan football.
In an emotional acceptance speech, Magumba acknowledged the individuals and institutions that shaped his career.
“It is my gratitude to the organizers, but it is also a good platform for me to appreciate everyone that helped me to settle in the game of football,” he said.
He paid tribute to his parents and key football administrators who supported him over the years.
“I will start from my parents who allowed me to play the game before getting support from many, the administrators to mention Isa Magoola, and the four presidents I played across their leadership—Twaha Kakaire, Denis Obua, game changer Lawrence Mulindwa, and the current one, Moses Magogo.”
Magumba also offered words of advice to emerging footballers, strongly cautioning them against drug abuse.
“Playing football is not good with drugs. I personally played 20 years without using any substance. I call upon them to avoid drugs and save the game of football,” he urged.
Other Award Winners
• Swimming:
Gloria Muzito clinched the top accolade after being named Best Player at the World Islamic Solidarity Games. She triumphed over athletes Rebecca Chellangat and Samuel Cherop.
• Football:
Rising talent James Bogere emerged victorious ahead of Uganda Cubs captain Hamza Ssengooba and Kawempe Muslim Ladies’ goalkeeper Saidat Namwanje.
• Golf:
Joseph Cwinya-Ai took home the award for his standout performance at the Kinyara Sugar Open, beating fellow golfers Joseph Kamulindwa and Meron Kemigisha.
The Tuesday awards session was graced by Real Stars Sports Agency CEO, Isaac Mukasa, Fortebet’s Resty Mbatidde and and a representative from Jude Color Solutions who are partners.
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‘Whether you’re reflecting on the season, sharing a laugh with loved ones, or adding a festive touch is very key at the moment especially at this time with just a few days left to 2025 Christmas’. These were the words of Alex Muhangi, ForteBet brand ambassador while handing over a 10 million dummy cheque to the management of Special Children, Special People located in Luwule Village, Kasanje town council.
The home houses largely People With Disabilities (PWD), but largely children. According to the home director, Moses Luwule, most of these children are found abandoned because of their disfigured body looks. So, in coordination with the authorities, they adapt them.
“I really short of words. We are so grateful to ForteBet for this hand of help. The cost of running this home is extremely high, and therefore we need everyone’s support like ForteBet has done.”
It was joy and happiness as ForteBet gifts ‘rained’ on residents of Lira, Apac and Aduk town. In a special way this time, ForteBet delivered these gifts as a special Christmas package which is just one week ahead.
The company’s brand ambassador, Alex Muhangi dished out phones, European club jerseys, T-shirts, caps and wristbands among many other gifts were all given out to excited customers.
“Whether you’re reflecting on the season, sharing a laugh with loved ones, or adding a festive touch is very key at the moment,” said Muhangi while handing over gifts to clients at Lira main Centre.
Just like it has done elsewhere, ForteBet also gave out reflector jackets to bodaboda cyclists in Lira.
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