Uganda DanceSport Federation Welcomes IOC President Thomas Bach Oly to Uganda

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Uganda DanceSport Federation Welcomes IOC President Thomas Bach Oly to Uganda

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) President’s visit to Uganda is a significant event, especially for DanceSport enthusiasts. As the fastest-growing sport discipline in Uganda’s sports industry, DanceSport has gained recognition from the IOC, with Breaking, for instance, becoming an Olympic sport
The IOC President’s visit can bring several benefits to Uganda and DanceSport:
Increased Recognition: The visit can raise awareness about DanceSport and its potential in Uganda, encouraging more young athletes to participate .
Infrastructure Development: The IOC President’s visit may lead to discussions about investing in sports infrastructure, including dance facilities, to support the growth of DanceSport.
Capacity Building The visit can facilitate knowledge sharing and capacity building for Ugandan DanceSport administrators, coaches, and athletes, helping them to improve their skills and competitiveness International Participation: The IOC President’s visit may explore opportunities for Ugandan DanceSport athletes to participate in international competitions, including the Olympics .
Overall, the IOC President’s visit is a significant opportunity for Uganda and DanceSport to gain international recognition, develop infrastructure, build capacity, and increase participation in international competitions.
The Secretary General of DanceSport Federation in Uganda, Ssebuyungo Barnabas joined other leaders to welcome Bach to Uganda. “As Dance Sport Federation, we are thankful for the coming of IOC President, Thomas Bach. We believe that after realizing this sport, it will be developed in terms of infrastructure, using the Olympic Solidarity program. We wish him a great stay in Uganda.” he said. The secretary general also confirmed that in East Africa region , DanceSport  Disciplines are actively embraced in Uganda only so there is a need to prioritize it such that young people who take part in this sport, gain much. Breaking featured in the recent Paris 2024 Olympic games and Uganda’s Bboys and Bgirls competed in several qualifying events.