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In a decisive move to safeguard fair play, Uganda has stepped up its fight against doping in sports, unveiling the National Sports Anti-Doping Regulations 2025.
The National Council of Sports (NCS) and the Uganda Olympic Committee recently convened a landmark meeting with key sports stakeholders to discuss the implementation of the new rules, signaling a renewed commitment to clean competition.
Dr. Donald Rukare, President of the Uganda Olympics Committee, highlighted the importance of athlete education, noting that awareness is a crucial tool in the fight against prohibited substances.
It is important that athletes are educated, and we have been conducting workshops to ensure athletes understand what is on the prohibited list
Dr Donald Rukare while addressing officials from other sports federations
he emphasized, underscoring the proactive approach Uganda is taking to prevent doping at all levels.
The National Anti-Doping Organization (NADO) confirmed that the process of putting the regulations into effect is ongoing, urging federations and sports associations to participate fully.
Our aim is not only to engage the federations and associations but also to ensure they understand and implement the new regulations
NADO officials stated, emphasizing collaboration and compliance as key to success.
Brighton Barugahare, Chairperson of the Anti-Doping Regulations Task Force, expressed optimism that the new framework would elevate Uganda’s sports standards.
“NADO is independent but focused on minimizing doping cases, which can undermine the credibility of our sports and affect Uganda’s participation in international competitions,”
he said
The regulations come on the heels of amendments to the National Sports Act in 2024, aligning Uganda with the World Anti-Doping Code following warnings from the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA).
The new measures reflect Uganda’s determination to protect athletes, uphold integrity, and ensure the nation remains a respected competitor on the global stage.
Uganda is not just playing the game it is committing to playing it clean.
Photo by: Kayiira Jackson
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