Sports Journalist | Sports Leadership Advocate | Founder, The Aliguma Foundation

Meet Aliguma Ritah Ritah, a Ugandan sports journalist and advocate who has been shaping sports media and leadership since 2010.

Her dedication to sports journalism earned her recognition as Uganda’s Best Young Reporter in 2011, making her the first Ugandan to participate in the International Sports Press Association (AIPS) Young Reporters Programme at the Shenzhen Universiade in China.

In 2014, Ritah made history as the first female Vice President of the Uganda Sports Press Association (USPA), serving two terms in office. She has also served as a mentor in the Hong Kong Sports Press Association Young Reporters Programme and joined the AIPS Africa Executive Committee in 2018, representing Uganda on the international sports journalism stage.

Beyond journalism, Ritah is passionate about sports development, community empowerment, and creating opportunities for young people through sport.

At Faces of Impact EP 6, she brings valuable insights into building a career in sports media, breaking barriers in sports leadership, and exploring opportunities beyond the playing field.

Join us as she shares her journey and practical lessons on turning passion for sport into a sustainable career and creating lasting community impact.

📅 Date: Friday, 23rd October
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM
📍 Venue: American Center, Kampala

🎟️ Register here: https://shorturl.at/IzyGq