Uganda’s Men’s and Women’s Sevens teams have received a major boost ahead of the World Rugby Sevens Challenger Series 2025, thanks to a groundbreaking partnership between the Australian High Commission, Uganda Rugby Union, and DBA Africa.

This collaboration is set to revolutionize Uganda’s rugby landscape by providing mentorship, professional training equipment, and international connections. With both Ugandan teams aiming to qualify for the HSBC World Sevens Series, this initiative significantly strengthens the nation’s ambitions on the global rugby stage.

Building Bridges: Australia & Uganda Rugby Partnership

Rugby Sevens is deeply embedded in Australian sports culture, with the country’s men’s and women’s teams consistently excelling on the international stage. With Australia set to host the 2027 Rugby World Cup, this partnership reinforces sports diplomacy, fostering long-term collaboration between Uganda and Australia’s rugby ecosystems.
Running from February to July 2025, the initiative will focus on:

✅ Education & Mentorship – Training Uganda’s players, coaches, and rugby administrators
✅ Professional Training Equipment – Enhancing team preparation with world-class resources
✅ International Connections – Building relationships between Australian and Ugandan rugby professionals

Key Goals of the Partnership

✔ Strengthening Uganda’s Rugby Development – Providing specialized training equipment, performance analysis, and mentorship from international rugby experts.
✔ Connecting Australian & Ugandan Rugby Structures – Establishing strong links between Australia’s professional rugby community and Uganda’s emerging talent.
✔ Boosting Uganda’s 2025 Challenger Series Campaign – Delivering elite coaching insights, high-performance support, and critical resources to propel Uganda to the world stage.

DBA Africa’s Role in the Partnership

As the project’s delivery partner, DBA Africa—a leading sports development social enterprise—will drive key initiatives to ensure long-term impact.

🔹 Equipment Procurement – Supplying Uganda’s Sevens teams with Australian Government-branded rugby balls, bibs, first aid kits, water bottles, agility gear, and strength & conditioning equipment.
🔹 Team Management Education & Mentorship – Facilitating expert-led sessions between Australian and Ugandan rugby professionals, focusing on game strategy, player development, and team management.

Strengthening Rugby in East Africa

This partnership aligns with DBA Africa’s mission to elevate grassroots rugby in East Africa by bridging the gap between emerging and elite rugby nations. From talent identification to professional coaching exchanges, DBA Africa continues to lead rugby development in Kenya, Uganda, and beyond.

By investing in training, equipment, education, and mentorship, this initiative builds a strong foundation for Uganda’s future rugby stars and strengthens the region’s pathway to professional rugby.

Looking Ahead: Uganda’s Road to the HSBC World Sevens Series

Uganda’s Men’s and Women’s Sevens teams will compete in the World Rugby Sevens Challenger Series in Cape Town, with two crucial rounds on 1-2 March and 7-8 March 2025 at Athlone Stadium.

With 12 men’s and 12 women’s teams battling for a place in the HSBC World Sevens Series, Uganda has a golden opportunity to prove itself against world-class competition.
With strategic international partnerships, elite mentorship, and enhanced player development, Uganda Rugby Sevens is poised for its biggest breakthrough yet.