Uganda’s women’s Badminton team progressed to the final to face Egypt at the ongoing All Africa Men and Women’s Championship at the Lugogo Indoor Stadium in Kampala.
This followed a comprehensive 3-0 victory over South Africa.
The trio of Tracy Naluwooza, Fadilah Shamika Mohamed Rafi, and Husna Kobugabe triumphed in their respective games.
Shamika edged Deidre Laurens Jorden 21-15, 21-13.
Naluwooza also managed to win over Diana Olivier 21-17 and 21-11.
Kobugabe overcame Amy Ackerman 21-12 and 21-18.
In the final, Uganda takes on Egypt on Thursday evening in what is anticipated to be a cracker of sorts.
Meanwhile, the final doubles will see Brenda Amor combine with Tracy Naluwooza to face Amy Ackerman and Deidre Laurens Jordan.
Husna Kobugabe pairing with Fadilah Shamika Mohamed Rafi shall battle Demi Botha and Diana Olivier.
The men final shall be between Egypt and Algeria in an all-North Africa affair.
Players were determined and they collectively did a great job. We had never gone to the quarter or semi-finals. The players take the due credit. They had the urge to win.
William Kabindi, Head coach Uganda women Badminton team
We played it for our teammate Gladys Mbabazi who was unable to play. We were determined to excel. Reaching the final is a milestone for team Uganda since this is our first time in history. We shall give our all in the final against Egypt.
Husna Kobugabe, team captain Uganda Badminton women team
