The Elite force winning team has handed over all its trophies won during the 17th edition of the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Cup Tournament to the Special Forces Command (SFC) leadership.
SFC was crowned the overall champion of the 2025 CDF Cup after winning 13 prizes in this year’s tournament which was hosted by the Armoured Division in Masaka.
The victory celebrations were held on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at the SFC Headquarters.
In his address, the Commander SFC, Maj. Gen. David Mugisha, attributed the historic achievement to the guidance and encouragement of the Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, whom he praised for nurturing talent, enforcing discipline, and strengthening the professional capacity of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF).
He said the CDF’s support through sports and range competitions, which drew 20 teams from across the UPDF, created a platform for talent growth and healthy competition. Maj. Gen. Mugisha commended his troops for their discipline and resilience, which enabled them to defeat all opponents and secure every prize in the competition.
“This remarkable performance has elevated the name of SFC in UPDF sports history and truly reflects our motto, ASIYE KIFANI (Next to None),” he said.
He urged the command to begin preparing for the 2026 edition while remaining focused on its core mandate of protecting the President, the First Lady, the First Family, and other Very Important Persons (VIPs).
Brig. Gen. Richard Karemire, UPDF Joint Staff in charge Formal Education Sports and Culture, congratulated SFC on the victory and applauded the commander for hosting a memorable celebration.
He revealed that his office is concluding on a big project that will see the commencement of the construction of Ruhengyere Primary school, alongside plans for a secondary school at SFC Headquarters in Entebbe.
The SFC Chief of Staff, Brig. Gen. Paul Namawa, applauded the team for the job well done during the tournament.
He noted that the only trophy missed was in the girls’ netball, where SFC did not field a team.
“Otherwise, it would also have been here with us,” he remarked, while commending the Head of Sports and all players for their teamwork.
Maj. Moses Kajimbi, who captained both the football and range teams in Masaka, thanked the leadership for trusting him with responsibility.
“We train hard and push beyond limits not for individual glory, but for the pride of our mighty SFC,” he said.
Lt. Bethel Muhereza, SFC Head of Sports and Education, credited the victory to rigorous training and preparatory friendlies that sharpened the football team. He thanked the leadership for consistent support in terms of welfare and resources.
Among the prizes won were the Overall Winner’s Trophy, Football Trophy, Range Trophy, and several individual awards.
Lt. Enid Kesaasi emerged as both the overall and female best shooter, while Edward Konde was named Best Football Player and Golden Gloves winner.
