Uganda has officially joined the Invictus Games community, becoming the 26th participating nation and the first East African country to join the global movement using sport to support wounded, injured, and sick service personnel.
The announcement was made on July 7th, 2026, during the 14th Invictus Games Foundation Conversation at Chatham House in London, marking one year to the Invictus Games Birmingham 2027, where Uganda will make its debut.
Welcoming Uganda into the community, the Invictus Games Foundation Patron, Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, said the expansion was about supporting those who need it most.
“Growth has never been about numbers. It’s about reaching those who need us most, building partnerships that last, and ensuring that no one feels they’re making this journey alone,” he said.
Speaking at the event, Uganda’s Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Kiryowa Kiwanuka, who was the Ugandan representative, described the admission as a major milestone for the country’s wounded service personnel.
“This milestone reflects our shared commitment to wounded, injured, and sick servicemen and women who have sacrificed greatly in service to our nation,” Kiwanuka said.
The minister also credited President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for his leadership and Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba for championing Uganda’s bid to join the Invictus community.
Uganda’s admission follows a cooperation agreement signed between the Uganda People’s Defence Forces and the Invictus Games Foundation in October 2025 to strengthen rehabilitation services for wounded soldiers.
The Foundation has previously visited the Mubende Defence Forces Rehabilitation and Vocational Centre, where it assessed recovery programmes and donated sports equipment to injured veterans.
