The True Pride of Kigezi
Transforming lives through quality sports training, mentorship, and holistic development
Kigezi Harambe Sports Academy (KHSA) is a community-based organization (CBO), founded in 2014 in Kabale District. It serves the broader Kigezi region, which includes the districts of Rukiga, Rubanda, Kisoro, Rukungiri, Kabale, and Kanungu.
KHSA is committed to promoting and advancing the well-being of community members particularly vulnerable children through the power of sports to acquire quality education and inspire unity.
Offices: Kabale Garage lane, Block 2
Playgrounds: Kabale main stadium and Kigezi High School Primary play ground
Registration: CBO No.4/2003(C)2022MARCH
Legally recognized by Kabale District Community Development Office
To become the leading and most reliable sports Academy in Kigezi and Uganda at large.
To transform lives through quality sports training, mentorship, and holistic development.
Unity, strength, teamwork, resilience - symbolized by our nickname "Enshwa" (Red Ants).
Promote sports as a tool for education, empowerment, and social development
Support vulnerable children to access quality education through sports
Unite and uplift communities through structured, inclusive sports programs
Encourage community cooperation, self-reliance, and youth leadership
Develop effective players, guiding and supporting them both on and off the pitch
Unearth, develop, polish, promote and guide raw talent in modern sports
Reduce child abuse among the communities
Reflect the mountainous terrain of the Kigezi region
Symbolizes lush vegetation and agricultural suitability
Represents unity, brotherhood, and communal harmony
Depicts the sunlight that rises and sets daily across Kigezi
Signifies strength, teamwork, and resilience
Illustrates that unity is strength - central to KHSA's values
Consistently hosted annual volunteers from Germany, playing a vital role in shaping programs
Grown from one football to over 20 footballs and basic training gear
Over 80 children benefited from education scholarships to reputable schools
10 boys registered in FUFA Junior League in 2017, with players reaching SC Villa, SC Vipers, and Uganda Cranes
Over 50 boys actively playing in semi-professional leagues (Regional League, FUFA Big League, Fourth Tier)
Launched Kigezi Harambe Tours and Travel Ltd in 2025 for long-term sustainability
Uganda Cranes
Central Midfielder (Austin F.C)
FUFA MALE Best Player (2021), Under 20, 21, and Senior Team
SC Villa
Midfielder
Under 23
Express FC
Central Midfielder
Uganda Premier League Champion (2020/2021)
Express FC
Defender
2022
Kipod Home Boys F.C
Partner U17 Harambe S.A
FUFA Big League
Express FC
Attacking Midfielder
2022
SC Villa
Central Midfielder
UPL Champions 2023-24, Under 20 National Team
Kigest Home Boys
Defender
Over 40% of children remain excluded from formal and informal learning
Acute shortage of basic sports training equipment
Approximately 65% of 250 children lack access to basic necessities
No long-term or institutional sponsors
Lack of reliable transport for national events and competitions
Difficulty attracting corporate sponsors and NGOs
Limited resources for effective coordination and communication
Shortage of trained and certified coaches
Supports the academy with regular income through milk and meat sales. Provides hands-on experience for students in sustainable agriculture and entrepreneurship.
Benefits: Income generation, agricultural education, and nutrition support.
Maintains a small rabbit farming project serving both educational and economic purposes. Young athletes learn responsibility and animal care.
Benefits: Provides income, teaches animal husbandry, and enhances food security.
Taps into creative talents through handmade arts and crafts. From paintings and beadwork to handmade mats and baskets.
Benefits: Builds creative skills, generates revenue, and encourages recycling.
Academy-branded football jerseys are a symbol of pride, unity, and ambition. Each purchase supports athletes by funding training kits, transport, and tournament fees.
Benefits: Funds academy operations, boosts morale, and increases visibility.
Established in 2025 as part of our long-term sustainability vision
Email: kigeziharambetoursandtravel@gmail.com
Website: www.kigeziharambetoursandtravel.com
Coach RUKANGA CLIFFORD
Football: RUKANGA CLIFFORD, MUGISHA RONALD, SUNDAY DIDAS, TWINAMATSIKO ANTHONY, AMBROSE AHABWE, TUKESIGA WILFRED, BYAMUGISHA MARTIN, TWIJUKYE ALEX and ASC VOLUNTEERS
Swimming: JOSHUA AKANSASIRA and ASC VOLUNTEERS
Athletics: ALEX NGOGA and ASC VOLUNTEERS
Volleyball: MUSINGUZI PETER and ASC VOLUNTEERS
Cultural Dancing: HAKA MUKIGA, BIG CHANNEL, KUKUNDA JASON
Girls Affairs: TAREMWA SHEILLA and ASC VOLUNTEERS
Environmental Protection: KITABIRE FAMILY and ASC VOLUNTEERS
Basketball: NATURINDA JOEL and ASC VOLUNTEERS
Wood Ball: KAGWA FRANCIS and ASC VOLUNTEERS