Slider

UCU will once again carry Uganda’s hopes onto the continental stage when the 8th Federation of African University Sports (FASU) AfroVarsity 3×3 Basketball Challenge tips off at the University of Ibadan in Nigeria from May 29 to June 1, 2026.

Of course, the journey hasn’t been a walkover for the 2019 Champions; weather halted some of the fixtures faced by arch rivals at knockout stages, and of course, in the mix, there were a lot of memories to cherish during this campaign. In this review, I look at the Cardinals’ stunning journey to the final game in more detail.

It began with a simple stroll around the bazaar grounds at Uganda Christian University (UCU) Derrick Matovu, a School of Business student, was there to see the latest trends within the exhibitors. That casual trip to the bazaar last year provided Matovu an unexpected opportunity.

Eid El-Fitr, also known as the “Festival of Breaking the Fast,” is a significant religious holiday celebrated by Muslims around the world. It marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community.