National Open Boxing Championship (Uganda)
| League | Amateur Boxing Championship |
|---|---|
| Game | Boxing |
| Founded | 2019 |
| Organising body | Uganda Boxing Federation |
| Country | Uganda |
| Most recent champion | Lukanga Boxing Club (2025) |
| Most titles | Lukanga Boxing Club (2019, 2023, 2024, 2025) |
The National Open Boxing Championship is the premier annual amateur boxing competition in Uganda, organized by the Uganda Boxing Federation (UBF). It brings together hundreds of boxers from across the country and is regarded as the primary pathway into the Uganda Boxing Champions League.[1]
History
The competition formerly started in 2019.
- In 2019, Lukanga Boxing Club became the first ever champions to win the National Open Boxing Championship, defeating East Coast and Police clubs.[2]
- Lukanga has since dominated, winning the championship in 2023,[3] 2024,[4] and 2025.[5]
Organization and format
The championship is conducted under amateur boxing rules, overseen by the UBF. It features Elite, Youth, and Junior categories, for both men and women.
Over 500 boxers participated in 2025, representing more than 50 clubs across Uganda.[1] Performance at the National Open determines qualification and retention for the Uganda Boxing Champions League.[1]
Significance
- Serves as a scouting ground for future national team members.
- Builds club rivalries between leading teams such as Lukanga, COBAP, UPDF, Kampala Boxing Club, and East Coast.[6]
- Provides grassroots opportunities for young talent and promotes female participation.[5]
Recent editions
| Year | Champion Club | Runner-up(s) | Notable Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Lukanga BC | East Coast, Police | Maureen Ajambo (Best Elite Women), Teddy Nakimuli (Best Young Girl)[2] |
| 2023 | Lukanga BC | UPDF, COBAP | Lukanga awarded motorcycle prize[3] |
| 2024 | Lukanga BC | COBAP (2nd), UPDF (3rd) | Best Female: Nakinga Grace; Best Boxer: Mukuye Horod[4] |
| 2025 | Lukanga BC | Multiple clubs contested | MVP: Ronald Nsamba[5] |
Venue
The Lugogo Indoor Arena (Kampala) is the main venue, with matches held over several weeks.[7]
Governance
The event is organized by the Uganda Boxing Federation (UBF) under the leadership of its president, Moses Muhangi.[5] Referees and judges follow international amateur boxing standards.[8]
See also
- Uganda Boxing Federation
- Uganda Boxing Champions League
- Sports in Uganda
- Amateur boxing
- Zebra Boxing Club
References
- ^ a b c "Over 500 boxers weighed in for the National Open". Nnalubaale Sports. 2 March 2025. Retrieved 28 September 2025.
- ^ a b "Lukanga wins 2019 National Open Boxing Championship". Kawowo Sports. 4 February 2019. Retrieved 28 September 2025.
- ^ a b "Lukanga Wins Uganda National Open Boxing Championship 2023". Campus Times Uganda. 9 April 2023. Retrieved 28 September 2025.
- ^ a b "Lukanga Boxing Club Wins 2024 National Boxing Open Championship". NBS Sport. 28 April 2024. Retrieved 28 September 2025.
- ^ a b c d "Lukanga Boxing Club defends national title in 2025". New Vision. 27 April 2025. Retrieved 28 September 2025.
- ^ "KBC scoop sixth National Open title". Daily Monitor. Retrieved 28 September 2025.
- ^ "National Open Boxing Championship kicks off at Lugogo with high-stakes bouts". NBS Sport. 4 March 2025. Retrieved 28 September 2025.
- ^ "Uganda National Open Boxing Championship draws boxers in droves". Nile Post. 2023. Retrieved 28 September 2025.