The 2022/2023 Annual Crime Report indicated that Luwero district, along with Kassanda, has been identified as a hotspot for mob justice incidents. The report noted that many victims are often suspected thieves or robbers, reflecting a community tendency to take the law into their own hands rather than relying on formal judicial processes.
During his visit to Uganda, Bach is expected to visit the Game Connect Project in Uganda, whose initiative is funded by the Olympic Refugee Foundation, and thus this will seal Uganda’s role in the Olympic Movement.
Bach’s visit underscores the growing influence of sports in Uganda and its impact on local communities and Uganda’s role in the Olympic Movement, thus showcasing the power of sports as a tool for community development and international collaboration.