The base of the Baton was decorated in black, yellow and red, the colours of the Ugandan flag, and was received by Mr Moses Mwase, 2nd Vice President of the Commonwealth Games Association of Uganda.

The Baton continued its journey east to Kapchorwa on 5 July, a region known as the home of Uganda’s long-distance running champions. Victor Kiplangat, gold medallist at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, welcomed the Baton alongside a group of 40 athletes and their coaches during a morning training session.

At Sebei College Tegeres, students lined up to touch the Baton and engage with its message. The visit included symbolic moments with school staff and a focus on the role of sport in education. From there, the Baton was carried to Teryet High Altitude Training Centre, situated 2,555 metres above sea level. The day concluded with a visit to Sipi Falls, a site of cultural and spiritual significance to the Sabiny people, where local stories and traditions added depth to the Baton’s presence.

On 6 July, the Relay was welcomed by Uganda’s swimming community during the Uganda Aquatics National Championships at Kampala Parents School. Paralympic swimmer Husnah Kukundakwe carried the Baton and relayed it between swimmers from various clubs, who swam with the Baton raised above the water. The Baton was displayed with swimming anklets, symbolising unity and pride.

Inspirational speeches were delivered by Mr Moses Mwase and Mrs Beatrice Ayikoru, CGAU Secretary General. Both emphasised Uganda’s participation in the Commonwealth Games and encouraged young athletes to strive for excellence.

The next day, on 7 July, the Baton was presented at State House Nakasero in Kampala. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni received the Baton from Kukundakwe and boxer Shadir Bwogi during a ceremony attended by the Minister of State for Sports and the Deputy Ambassador of the British High Commission.

The President reflected on Uganda’s sporting achievements and shared his own memories of the Commonwealth Games. Dignitaries from World Rugby and Africa Rugby were also present, linking the occasion with ongoing rugby events hosted in Uganda.

On 8 July, the Baton reached the shores of Lake Victoria. Clean-up activities took place at Entebbe and Ggaba Landing Site, connecting the Relay to environmental action and community engagement. Later that day, Team Uganda carried the Baton into Mandela National Stadium during the Africa Rugby Championship, where it was presented to the rugby fraternity in a moment that highlighted the nation’s growing commitment to sport and sustainability.

Across its journey, the Baton brought together athletes, schoolchildren, sports leaders and national figures. It passed through places of training, learning and heritage, carried by a generation proud to represent Uganda.

The Relay served as a celebration of identity, resilience and unity, and as a reminder of Uganda’s strong place within the Commonwealth sporting family.