First Lady Janet Museveni  who also doubles as the Minister for Education and Sports has congratulated Uganda’s Under-17 national football team, the Uganda Cubs, following their triumph at the CECAFA U-17 Championship.

The Cubs were crowned CECAFA U-17 champions after defeating Somalia 6-5 in a penalty shootout following a goalless draw in the final.

In a congratulatory message, Janet, who is also the Minister of Education and Sports, thanked God for blessing the young players with talent and wished them success as they prepare for the continental competition in Morocco.

“I proudly congratulate our Cubs on their victory at the CECAFA U-17 Championship. I thank God for blessing these young people with such talent,” she said.

She also encouraged the team to remain focused as they prepare to represent Uganda at the U-17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), calling on God to guide and strengthen the players throughout the competition.

“As you prepare for the U-17 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, may God continue to guide and strengthen you, and grant you success as you represent our country,” Janet said.

The regional title capped an impressive campaign for the Ugandan youngsters, who also secured qualification for the 2027 U-17 AFCON after defeating Ethiopia 4-0 in the semi-finals.