On Saturday, 28th June 2025, the insurance industry came together for the highly anticipated 2025 Insurance Industry Sports Gala, held at the Indian Institute of Health and Allied Sciences, Luzira, formerly GEMS Cambridge International School. The Uganda Insurers Association (UIA) was key partner in the Sports Gala, alongside the Insurance Training College (ITC), Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA), Insurance Brokers Association of Uganda (IBAU) & Uganda Insurance Agents Association (UIAA).
Participants from various Insurance companies competed in a wide range of disciplines, including football, volleyball, netball, athletics, swimming and basketball. The event served as a platform to strengthen industry bonds beyond corporate engagements, reinforcing the importance of wellness and collaborative growth.
The Chief Executive Officer of the Insurance Training College, Saul Sseremba, described the Gala as a significant occasion that highlights the collective strength and commitment within the insurance fraternity. He noted that this year’s edition was particularly special as several companies participated for the first time across multiple sports activities, demonstrating an impressive spirit of collaboration, determination, and resilience. He further emphasized that the remarkable display of sportsmanship and dedication reflected the sector’s continuous effort to build cohesive, dynamic, and resilient teams, with wellness and collective growth being central to the industry’s long-term success.
Guest of Honour, Chief Executive Officer of the Insurance Regulatory Authority - Alhajj Kaddunabbi Ibrahim Lubega, commended the initiative as a vital platform that promotes health and well-being within the industry. He stressed that maintaining physical fitness is key to enhancing productivity and sustaining overall wellness among industry professionals. He appreciated the organizing committee for successfully delivering a well-coordinated event and expressed gratitude to all the companies and members who participated in this year’s Gala.
While congratulating the winning teams on their outstanding performance, he encouraged other participants to remain motivated, prepare better, and return stronger in future editions. He reiterated that beyond competition, the Gala plays an essential role in promoting unity, fostering teamwork, and strengthening the collaborative spirit that drives the growth and success of the insurance industry.
At the awarding ceremony, Denis Bwanika, Public Relations and Membership Officer at the Uganda Insurers Association, representing the CEO, Jonan Kisakye, officially presented medals in the athletics category to UAP Old Mutual Insurance as the winners, ICEA Lion as the 1st runners-up, and Case Med insurance as the 2nd runners-up.
ICEA Lion was crowned the overall winner of the 2025 Insurance Industry Sports Gala, with Prudential Assurance & GA Insurance emerging as the first & second runners-up, respectively. Other outstanding teams that earned medals across various sporting disciplines included AAR Medical Insurance, Mayfair Insurance, and Jubilee Insurance, reflecting the widespread commitment and enthusiasm within the industry.
The 2025 Insurance Industry Sports Gala concluded successfully, leaving a lasting impression of what the industry can achieve through unity, resilience, and a shared commitment to wellness. The event not only celebrated sporting excellence but also reinforced the importance of health, collaboration, and teamwork as vital pillars for the continued growth and sustainability of the insurance sector.
