Uganda Women, Men secure double Rugby 7s gold medals in Accra

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AFRICAN GAMES 2023 Uganda Women, Men secure double Rugby 7s gold medals in Accra

Allan Damba 16:42 - 21.03.2024

The two make it four gold medals so far for Uganda in the 13th edition of the continental event.

In a hugely momentous occasion, Uganda Women's and Men's  Rugby teams have clinched the maiden gold medals in Rugby 7s at the ongoing African Games in Accra, Ghana.

The women showcased absolute dominion to overcome Madagascar 29-00 at the University of Ghana Stadium, to make four wins on the bounce and emerge the overall victors.

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Meanwhile, the Men's team trumped Benin 56-00, courtesy of tries from Denis Etwau (3), Aaron Afoyrwoth (2) and one apiece from Phillip Wokorach, Alex Aturinda, Nobert Okeny, Desire Ayera and Timothy Kisiga.

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The two make it four gold medals so far for Uganda in the 13th edition of the continental event.

Initially, badminton stars Husina Kobugabe and Gladys Mbabazi scooped gold in women's doubles for the first.

Cyclist Charles Kagimu, in the individual time trial category, then won Uganda's second gold earlier in the week.