The problem of discrimination, stigma, and social exclusion of disabled people is pervasive in Uganda. The scars of past conflicts, especially in the northern region, and widespread poverty combined with lack of economic opportunities exacerbate these social inequalities. Despite progressive legislation on disability issues in Uganda, disabled people across the country are more likely to…

Jeremiah’s Story: How Sports Transformed My Life. My name is Oluka Jeremiah, a 28-year-old Ugandan with a physical impairment, but with a sound mind. My journey has been shaped by resilience, education, and most importantly sports. Through my involvement with Ability Sports Africa (ASA), I have discovered the transformative power of sports, not just for…

Achiro Prisca We introduced Aciro Prisca (Brenda) to para games in 2018 when ASA was still in the process of formation. We introduced Aciro Prisca (Brenda) to para games in 2018 when ASA was still in the process of formation. She was taken to the national para athletic games hosted in Mbarara District. Achiro participated…

Physiotherapy outreach program  ASA works with a physiotherapist from Germany in training to deliver physiotherapy outreach services to 14 families of CYWD, especially those who lack resources to acquire physiotherapy services in other ways or to reach therapy clinics or hospitals. ASA’s resident physiotherapist travels to the homes of the CYWD, and takes them through…

The Inclusive Disability Sports Gala on August 9, 2025, at Gulu Primary School offered recreational and competitive opportunities for children with and without disabilities, concluding a 6-month adaptive sports program for three special needs schools in Gulu City. Over 500 participants and 20 volunteers took part. Students from Gulu Prisons Primary, Laroo Primary, and Gulu…

School-Based Adaptive Sports Training ASA engages children with and without disabilities at partner inclusive schools in a variety of adaptive games and sports. Appropriate sports are chosen suited to the disability profile and interests of the children at each school. ASA employs the ‘Reverse Inclusion’ approach in our school-based adaptive sports training, building the sports…

Origins of Ability Sports Africa The problem of discrimination, stigma, and social exclusion of disabled people is pervasive in Uganda. The scars of past conflicts, especially in the northern region, and widespread poverty combined with lack of economic opportunities exacerbate these social inequalities. Despite progressive legislation on disability issues in Uganda, disabled people across the…