Olympic Refuge Foundation Board Shows Support for Refugee Olympic Team at Dakar 2026.
Uganda-based Refugee Olympic Team athletes Florence Masumbe and Rachid Rochene were among the young athletes who benefited from an inspiring mentorship session led by marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge at the Youth Olympic Village in Dakar, Senegal.
Making History in Dakar: Florence Masumbe and Rachid Rochene Fly the Flag for Refugee Youth.
For Florence Masumbe and Rachid Rochene, competing at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games was more than a sporting opportunity. It was a historic moment for young refugee athletes, as they became part of the first-ever Refugee Olympic Team to participate in the Youth Olympic Games.
Masumbe and Rochene Join Eliud Kipchoge’s Mentorship Session at Dakar 2026.
Masumbe and Rochene Join Eliud Kipchoge’s Mentorship Session at Dakar 2026. 12:23 am BY HARRIET OCHENG Uganda-based Refugee Olympic Team athletes Florence Masumbe and Rachid Rochene were among the young athletes who benefited from an inspiring mentorship session led by marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge at the Youth Olympic Village in Dakar, Senegal. The two young […]
Cheptoek Secures Uganda’s Third Bronze as Team Uganda Concludes Another Day of Action in Dakar.
Cheptoek secured Uganda’s third medal at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games with an impressive performance in the men’s 800m final at Complexe Iba Mar Diop, while Ali Ssali completed the men’s cycling time trial as Uganda continued to record medals and personal-best performances in athletics.
Team Uganda Celebrates Double Athletics Bronze as Cheptoek Qualifies for Dakar 2026 Final.
Uganda’s young athletes delivered an outstanding performance at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games on Monday, November 9, with Michael Kibet and Keren Chelimo winning bronze medals in athletics, while Timothy Cheptoek secured his place in the men’s 800m final.
Chelimo Makes Athletics Debut as Ssali Battles Through Dakar 2026 Cycling Road Race.
Uganda’s Racheal Chelimo made a promising start to the athletics competition at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, while cyclist Ali Ssali demonstrated determination in the Men’s Road Race despite an unfortunate setback
Team Uganda Concludes Swimming Campaign as Junior Cranes Sevens Reflect on Dakar 2026 Journey.
Team Uganda’s swimming campaign at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games came to a close with Mark Arthur Mwase delivering a competitive performance in the boys’ 200m freestyle, while the Junior Cranes Sevens team returned from the Games with valuable international experience and renewed focus on the future of Ugandan rugby.
NCS Chairman Ambrose Tashobya Urges Team Uganda to Focus on Growth and Excellence at Dakar 2026.
National Council of Sports (NCS) Chairman Ambrose Tashobya met Team Uganda at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games yesterday evening, encouraging the young athletes to value personal growth, commitment and continuous improvement beyond medal achievements.
Team Uganda Swimmers Compete as Rowing Team Receives Inspiring Support at Dakar 2026.
Team Uganda’s athletes continued their participation at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games on Thursday, November 5, with swimmers Zara Marie Mbanga and Peterson Inhensiko competing in their respective events at the Tour de l’Œuf swimming venue.
Refugee Olympic Team Receives Encouragement at Dakar 2026.
The engagement offered an opportunity to recognise the Refugee Olympic team with inspiring journeys and a chance to celebrate their participation at the Youth Olympic Games. It also reaffirmed a message of solidarity, encouragement and support for the athletes as they represent millions of displaced people around the world.
