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Buyanja Town Council from Rubabo County emerged as the champions of the 2023 Boona FM tournament by defeating Bwambara Sub County from Rujumbura County with a score of 2-0. The football match took place at Rukungiri main stadium, drawing thousands of spectators.
The tournament, organized by Boona FM, the leading radio station in western Uganda located in Rukungiri district, Southwestern Uganda, featured intense semifinals. Bwambara Sub County defeated Nyarushanje Sub County 1-0, while Buyanja Town Council secured a 2-1 victory against Eastern Division, leading both teams to the finals.
The finals, attended by notable figures such as Hon Dr. Elisa Rutahigwa, Hon Naboth Namanya, Hon Mary Paula Turyahikayo, and Mr. Andrewson Katebire, attracted widespread support from members of parliament, sub-county chairpersons, district leaders, the business community, and more.
Morrison Rwakakamba, the Executive Chairperson of the Uganda Investment Authority, served as the chief guest and commended Boona FM for its contribution to sports development in Rukungiri. He awarded Buyanja Town Council, the champions, with 2 million shillings and Bwambara Sub County with 1 million shillings as a token of appreciation.
Kakyene Namanya, Boona FM station manager, expressed gratitude to everyone who supported the tournament, acknowledging the overwhelming turnout of spectators that paralyzed Rukungiri. He thanked members of parliament, including Hon Dr. Elisa Rutahigwa, Hon Naboth Namanya, and Hon Medius Natukunda Kaharata, for their support.
Weceslas Maanige, the Managing Director of Boona FM, extended appreciation to the board of directors and staff for their consistent support. Hon Mary Paula Turyahikayo, former MP Rubabo and Boona FM director, thanked all those who contributed to the success of the tournament, including the sixteen participating teams.
Hon Dr. Elisa Rutahigwa, Rukungiri municipality legislator, applauded Boona FM for organizing a tournament that promotes youth talent in Rukungiri. Hon Naboth Namanya, legislator for Rubobo county, congratulated Buyanja Town Council on their victory and expressed appreciation for Boona FM’s efforts in organizing the tournament.
Ernest Ankunda from Buyanja Town Council was named the man of the match for his outstanding performance, scoring both goals that secured Buyanja Town Council’s championship. The champions received a cash prize of 4 million shillings.
