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Kampala
Joined July 2011
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Eric Katabarwa Butime retweeted
Big day for Uganda Rugby! 🇺🇬🏉 Uganda Rugby has been approved by the National Council of Sports (NCS) for registration as a National Sports Federation following nationwide verification. Uganda Rugby confirmed activity in 116 districts, surpassing the required threshold of 110 districts under the National Sports Act, Cap. 151. A proud milestone for our players, coaches, volunteers, partners, and the entire rugby community. Together, we continue to grow the game. 🏉 #UgandaRugby
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Eric Katabarwa Butime retweeted
Yesterday, our 2nd Vice President Mr. Eric Butime, Director of Age Grade Dorothy Nekesa, and Lady Cranes 7s captains Peace Lekuru and Tina Akello attended King Charles III Birthday celebration’s hosted by the British High Commission in Kampala. The reception brought together government, diplomatic, business, civil society, and sports under the theme “Sport is Great”
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Eric Katabarwa Butime retweeted
I congratulate the @LadyCranesRugby for winning their maiden @RugbyAfrique Sevens title on November 8, 2026, defeating Tunisia 33–0 in the final at the RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi, Kenya, where our own Peace Lekuru was named Player of the Tournament. Thank you ladies and the coaches for making our country proud. Congratulations once again
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Eric Katabarwa Butime retweeted
"The company is exploring the integration of solar and battery storage solutions into Uganda's electricity supply system, offering an alternative that can be cost-effective depending on the location and energy needs." Eng. @EricButime , Country Manager, @AriyaFinergy #MWC2026
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SPEAKER HIGHLIGHT | #MWC2026 Meet some of the industry professionals joining us at the 15th Annual Mineral Wealth Conference & Expo as we explore the opportunities shaping Africa’s next mining powerhouse. 📅 29–30 September 2026 📍 Speke Resort Munyonyo, Kampala 🔗 Register: mwc.ucem.ug Beneath the Surface: Unlocking Africa’s Next Mining Powerhouse.
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Eric Katabarwa Butime retweeted
Vice President (technical), Henry Katabarwa Butime, on the night rugby experience at Wankulukuku... Action is live on @mtntvafromobile via: mtntv.co.ug/tv/player/49 #Coronation7s #NBSportRugby #RockboomRugby #NBSportTheScrum #NBSportUpdates
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Eric Katabarwa Butime retweeted
This Ugandan can really cook. Okello Daniel Malcom @DMalcolms is the name. #RugbyKE #Driftwood7s
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Eric Katabarwa Butime retweeted
Captain Walukuba Barbarians captain Ivan Bulima receives the Stone City 7s cash prize 💵 A proud moment, marked by a warm handshake with the Tunisia U20 team manager. 📷 @Eli_jah256 #UgRugby7sSeries #Walubeat4Life
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Eric Katabarwa Butime retweeted
🇺🇬x🇹🇳 Working Together for Greatness. Yesterday, our U20 Rugby Cranes and Tunisia U20 held their first joint high performance training session, and the energy was electric.⚡️ The two teams will now face off in another test match this Thursday.
📍 Venue: Kampala Rugby Grounds
📅 Date: Thursday, 30 July 2026
⏰ Kick-off: 16:00 EAT Come support the future stars of Ugandan and African rugby! #Ugandarugby | #U20BarthesU20
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Eric Katabarwa Butime retweeted
🇺🇬x🇹🇳 As part of the MOU between Uganda Rugby and Tunisia Rugby, signed in 2023, the Tunisia Women’s Rugby Sevens team will travel to Uganda for a joint high performance training camp with @LadyCranesRugby between 16th and 17th August 2026. The agreement formally ratified in 2023 was signed by Uganda Rugby VPT Eric Butime and Mr. Aref Belkhiria President of the Tunisia Rugby Union, and witnessed by senior officials including Eunice Olembo, Kennedy Mulindwa, Maha Zaoui among others.
MOU BETWEEN URU AND TUNISIA RUGBY. Tunisia rugby are pleased to announce a significant achievement in their partnership through a MoU signing ceremony. This collaborative effort is a pivotal moment in the advancement and growth of rugby on the African continent. The signing ceremony, held on November 24, 2023 on the occasion of the first series of the 15th women's and men's rugby test matches, reinforces the commitment of the two associations to foster cooperation, exchange of experiences and joint work to develop and promote rugby in their regions. This important occasion showcases a collective commitment to elevating the game of rugby, encouraging grassroots participation and creating pathways for sustainable growth and success for African rugby. This momentous occasion signifies a collective dedication to enhancing the standard of rugby, encouraging grassroots participation, and creating pathways for the sport's sustainable growth and success. Read more: facebook.com/share/p/aKy3oKu…
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Eric Katabarwa Butime retweeted
A stereotype allegedly cost Sydney Gongodyo his life. Watch until the end and share your thoughts on how this, and similar issues, can be curbed within our communities. #NBSportRugby #NBSportTheScrum #NBSportUpdates
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Eric Katabarwa Butime retweeted
What a Weekend! 🔥🔥. Thank you @UgandaRugby, @piratesrugbyUG and @RfcKabras, and not forgetting the @HeathensRFC leadership for a wonderful Rugby Weekend! Thank you guys for making this a proper bonding and get together session. Safe travels and we shall be seeing you very soon
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Eric Katabarwa Butime retweeted
PODCAST ALERT @EricButime joined @ewabwire2008 and @kihumuroruben to discuss the Enterprise Cup finale, Women's Rugby as well as the ongoings in the Men's Premiership and proposed variations Dropping soon 👀 ⏳️ #FatCatsPod
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Eric Katabarwa Butime retweeted
NEW PODCAST EPISODE Vice President of @UgandaRugby @EricButime joined the Pod to discuss the matters shaping rugby in Uganda Enterprise Cup finale, Women's Rugby, Men's Premiership and more were discussed Watch here: youtu.be/QJIFqR-V7cs?si=r_N3… #FatCatsPod
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Eric Katabarwa Butime retweeted
Replying to @UgandaRugby
@UgandaRugby Vice President (Technical) @EricButime commends the efforts of @UgandaRugby and @OfficialKRU in reviving the 100-year-old Enterprise Cup. Applauds @piratesrugbyUG for not just participating, but competing.we are heading to Nairobi to represent. #TwendeNairobi
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Eric Katabarwa Butime retweeted
Is Uganda ready for the next World Cup cycle? @UgandaRugby Vice President (Technical), @EricButime, is our guest for this conversation on #NBSportTheScrum this Friday at 4PM. Watch on @afromobileug #NBSportUpdates #NBSportRugby #RockboomRugby
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Eric Katabarwa Butime retweeted
With opening remarks from Hon.Dr.Mutuuzo Peace Regis Minister of state for Gender & culture Affairs,the workshop focused on: Best practices on GBV prevention & response at workplaces, Legal policy & regulatory frameworks on GBV & implementation of the ILO convention No.190.
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Eric Katabarwa Butime retweeted
Replying to @TisiniTech
@TisiniTech have your impact team of the week in the Enterprise Cup Uganda's @ConradWanyama @GongodyoSidney @alexaturinda8 Timothy kisiga and coach Marvin Odongo makes it to list @piratesrugbyUG #PiratesStrong #EastBeastAdsRugby #RugbyUG
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Eric Katabarwa Butime retweeted
Me, during the Enterprise Cup at KPA this Saturday, drinking myself silly, clueless about who's winning, but lowkey wishing it's my country's people 🤭
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Eric Katabarwa Butime retweeted
As the world marked Global Recycling Day 2026, Hariss International highlighted its recycling efforts by donating 180 coaching boards made from recycled plastic to the Uganda Rugby Union. #NBSAt430 #NBSUpdates
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