How Ebola concerns relocation sent Uganda out of U18 Zone V Qualifiers
For months, Uganda’s finest young basketball talents poured their sweat onto the courts. The atmosphere was building toward a historic milestone, the brand-new indoor arena at Hoima City Stadium was set to host its first-ever international tournament, welcoming the region for the 2026 FIBA U18 AfroBasket Zone V Qualifiers.
Instead, the dreams of a basketball-hungry community were shattered overnight.
In a sudden and devastating blow to the local sports fraternity, FIBA Africa has officially withdrawn Uganda’s hosting rights. Growing health concerns stemming from a recent Ebola outbreak in the country.
The Federation of Uganda Basketball Associations (FUBA) broke the grim news to fans, partners, and stakeholders in an official statement, confirming that the high-stakes tournament has been reassigned to Egypt.
