Making a Mark for a Green Future
Kabalega Independence Run is set to take place on October 5, 2024, at the historic Hoima Booma Grounds. With the theme “Run to Celebrate a Hero’s Legacy, Run for a Green Future,” this exciting event not only honors the remarkable legacy of Omukama Cwa II Kabalega but also champions a commitment to environmental sustainability. As runners prepare to lace up their shoes and hit the track, they will be participating in a race that bridges the past with a vision for a greener future.
Kabalega Education Fund
Through Kabalega Independence Run, Kabalega Education Fund was established. Find out what the Fund is doing in supporting education, empowering leaders of tomorrow, and skilling the community to address unemployment, and enhancement of livelihoods for youth, women, and persons with disabilities.
Donating Blood to Save Lives
More reason to be part of Kabalega Independence Run; Give blood to save lives. Kabalega Independence Run features a life-saving opportunity that makes this event even more meaningful. In partnership with Uganda Blood Transfusion Services, Kabalega Independence Run features a crucial blood donation drive. Blood donation is a simple yet powerful way to help those in need. Every donation can save up to three lives, providing essential support for patients undergoing surgeries, treatment for cancer, trauma care, and more.
A Catalyst for Community Health
One of the most immediate benefits of the Kabalega Independence Run is its promotion of physical fitness. By encouraging people of all ages and fitness levels to participate, the run helps foster a culture of regular exercise. Training for the event inspires individuals to adopt healthier lifestyles, which can lead to long-term improvements in cardiovascular health, muscle strength, and overall physical endurance to overcome non-communicable diseases, thereby reducing the public healthcare burden.
A Boost to the Local Economy
Local vendors and small businesses benefit directly from the event. From race-day essentials like water and snacks to merchandise and souvenirs, with local businesses are given a platform to showcase their products and services through an exhibition on the run day. The run also fosters partnerships with local suppliers, strengthening community ties and encouraging long-term economic relationships.
Fostering Social Bonds and Promotion of Unity
Kabalega Independence Run pays tribute to his legacy by embodying the values of unity and collective effort. By rallying people from diverse backgrounds to participate in this event, the run connects individuals with a shared purpose and history, reinforcing the community's sense of identity and pride.