Regional legislators did exceptionally well in this year’s 14th East Africa Inter-Parliamentary Games, which successfully came to an end in Mombasa, Kenya.
Teams from Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi and South Sudan treated the fans who thronged the host country’s coast region to some exhilarating displays of sporting artistry.
The Games were officially opened by Kenya’s President, His Excellency William Ruto in the presence speakers from the region’s various parliaments, ambassadors and sponsors including Mchezo Limited managing Director Ntoudi Mouyelo at a colourful procession that snaked the city and terminated at the Mama Ngina Drive tourist site.
Once again Uganda, won the overall title in the last two editions of the games maintained their championship slot, having clinched the most gold medals in various field and track events.
They were closely followed by Kenya while Tanzania was third. Rwanda, Burundi and South Sudan took the fourth, fifth and sixth place respectively.
One of the most interesting facets of the games was the accolade of the active athletes bestowed to non-other than the EALA delegation Chairman Kanini Kega who took part in most of the events including volleyball and golf.
Hon. Kega represented the Mchezo-sponsored EALA volleyball team, athletics, football among other disciplines and was feted for his never-say-never attitude towards sports.
Athletics was one of the sports that produced thrills and spills, by and large, the 100m men’ s and women.
The winner in the women’s 100m race was Hon. Acom Joan Alobo of Uganda. Alobo is in the 11th Parliament of Uganda as the Soroti City woman Member of Parliament.
She beat Hon. Omanyo Catherine of Kenya and Hon. Sichalwe Condesta of Tanzania to a scintillating podium dash.
The men’s 100m race was taken by Hon. Odoi Bernard Onen of Uganda who beat Hon. Ochan Patrick – Uganda and Hon. Eng. Vincent Musyoka (Kenya) to the podium.
Another sport that enthralled regional fans was Tug of War in which Female MPs from Kenya came third behind gold medalists Uganda and Tanzania.
In the Male category flamboyant MPs from Uganda took gold followed by Tanzania and Kenya.
Football men’s accolades went to Uganda (gold), Tanzania (silver), Burundi (bronze) whilst Rwanda took the accolade of the Most Disciplined Team.
Wheelchair Darts was also a crowd pleaser. In the ladies’ category Hon. Museo Rose of Kenya took the top honors ahead of Uganda’s Hon. Kanushu Laura.
In the Men’s Wheelchair Darts, it was a Kenyan 1-2 finish led by Hon. Koskei Bishop and Hon. Tim Wanyonyi whilst Hon. Bahati Alex of EALA came third.
Speaking on behalf of Mchezo Managing Director Ntoudi Mouyelo during the games’ closing ceremony at Pride Inn Paradise Beach Hotel Mombasa on the evening of Tuesday 17th December, Mercy Mugao extended heartfelt congratulations to the Government and people of Kenya, and especially Mombasa County, for successfully hosting this prestigious event.
“Over the past two weeks, we have witnessed incredible talent and unwavering passion across various disciplines. In sports, there are moments of victory and opportunities to learn and grow,” Mugao said.
“To all the winners, congratulations! For those who didn’t secure victory this time, I trust valuable lessons were gained to fuel future success,” she added.
Mugao also commended the Government of Kenya for hosting a seamlessly organized event.
“At Mchezo, we are deeply committed to advancing the sports industry in East Africa and beyond through strategic partnerships that drive growth, innovation, and impact. Our focus is threefold: Invest, Innovate, and Inclusion. These games are more than just competitions—they are a catalyst for regional cohesion, trade, and economic development.”
“As a company rooted in this region, our unwavering commitment is to partner with governments, sports federations, and regional bodies to create sustainable opportunities for growth,” Mugao explained.
EAC-IPG Games continue to celebrate regional camaraderie through sportsmanship and talent, reminding everyone about the unifying power of sport.
Other awards:
GOLF
- Longest Drive Man : Hon. Dickson Kateshumbwa
- Longest Drive Lady: Hon. Mary Maingi
- Nearest to the Pin men: Hon. Thomas Tayebwa
- Best Man: Hon. Caleb Mule
- Best Lady: Hon. Mary Maingi
- Female No. 1 Team: (Uganda), No. 2 (Tanzania), No. 3 (Kenya)
- Male MPs No. 1 Team: 1 (Kenya), No. 2 (Uganda), No. 3 (Tanzania)
BASKETBALL
- MVP Men: Hon. Mwine Mpaka
- MVP Women: Hon. Esther Matiko
NETBALL
- MVP: Hon. Sarah Kayagi Netalisile
FOOTBALL
MVP: Hon. Amollo Paul Otiende
VOLLEYBALL:
- MVP Women: Hon. Jesca Kishoa
- MVP Men: Hon. Muhakwa Valens
- Netball No. 1 (Uganda), No. 2 (Tanzania), No. 3 (Kenya)
- MOST ACTIVE PLAYER: Hon. Kanini Kega
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