Excitement Builds for First-Ever East Africa Bridge Championship in Nairobi
The bridge community is abuzz with anticipation as the inaugural East Africa Bridge Championship is set to take place on 11th December 2024 at the Oshwal Sports Center in Nairobi. This landmark event will bring together the top bridge players from the region, showcasing the strategic depth and competitive spirit of the game.
With less than 30 days remaining until the competition, Uganda is diligently preparing its top four players to represent the nation at this prestigious championship. The two pairs set to compete for Uganda are Mirembe Rebecca and Moni Justine, alongside Genza Joseph and Lubandi Alex. These players emerged as the highest-ranked competitors in the recently concluded National Bridge League.
Originally, Andrew Sebuufu was slated to be part of the Ugandan team, but due to Educational commitments, he has been replaced by Lubandi Alex. The team, now fully assembled, is focused on training and strategic preparation to ensure a strong performance in Nairobi.
The team is scheduled to depart from Kampala for Nairobi on 9th December 2024, eager to make their mark on the regional stage. As the countdown to the championship continues, the Ugandan team is determined to demonstrate their prowess and bring honor to their country.
The East Africa Bridge Championship promises to be a thrilling event, setting the stage for future championships and fostering a spirit of competition and excellence among bridge players in the region.

Name: Mirembe Rebecca
Partner: Justine Moni
Bridge Club: Ndejje Marverics Bridge Club
Best Performance:
Champion at the National Bridge League 2024
Runners Up at the Ndejje Mavericks Bridge League 2024
Profession: Engineering

Name: Justine Moni
Partner: Mirembe Rebecca
Bridge Club: Ndejje Marverics Bridge Club
Best Performance:
Champion at the National Bridge League 2024
Runners Up at the Ndejje Mavericks Bridge League 2024
Profession: Engineering

Name: Genza Joseph
Partner: Andrew Sebuufu
Bridge Club: Ndejje Mavericks Bridge Club
Highest Competition level: FISU World University Games 2024
Top Performance: Runners Up at the National Bridge League 2024
Profession: Engineering

Name: Lubandi Alex
Partner: Asiimwe Rebecca
Bridge Club: Ndejje Mavericks Bridge Club
Top Performance: 4th ranked at the National Bridge League 2024
Profession: Engineering
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