KYEGENZAHANDBALL CLUB – THE BEES
A Decade of Growth, Development and Resilience (2016–2026)
CLUB PROFILE
Club Name: Kyengeza Women's Handball Club
Nickname: The Bees
Founded: 2016
League: Uganda Handball Super League
President: Sauda Babirye
Club Manager: Mukose Baker
Club Motto: Together We Work, Together We Win
FOREWORD
Kyengeza Women's Handball Club, popularly known as The Bees, was established in 2016 with the vision of empowering girls and young women through handball. Over the years, the club has grown from a small community-based team into one of Uganda's competitive women's handball clubs.
The journey has been characterized by dedication, resilience, teamwork, and commitment to developing female athletes both on and off the court.
CHAPTER 1: THE FOUNDATION (2016)
Kyengeza Women's Handball Club was founded in 2016.
The pioneer team was largely composed of students from Mengo Polytechnic Institute in Nansana.
The founding leadership included:
President
Sauda Babirye
Club Manager
Mukose Baker
Founding Head Coach
Edwetu Simon Peter
First Team Captain
Tusiime Ronnet
The club joined Uganda's competitive handball structure and began participating in national competitions under the Uganda Handball Federation.
CHAPTER 2: THE EARLY YEARS (2016–2017)
The first generation of players came primarily from Mengo Polytechnic Institute.
During this period, the club focused on:
Building a competitive squad
Introducing players to national-level competition
Establishing a culture of discipline and teamwork
Promoting women's participation in handball
Coach Edwetu Simon Peter laid the foundation for the club's playing philosophy and development structure.
CHAPTER 3: THE MBOGO HIGH SCHOOL ERA (2018–2019)
Between 2018 and 2019, the club experienced significant growth through the recruitment of players from Mbogo High School.
Head Coach
Isma Bazanye
Coach Isma Bazanye guided the club during this period and helped strengthen the team's competitiveness.
The addition of Mbogo High School players expanded the talent pool and contributed to the continued development of the club.
CHAPTER 4: THE COVID-19 CHALLENGE (2020)
Like many sports organizations around the world, Kyengeza Women's Handball Club was affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The pandemic disrupted:
Training sessions
Competitions
Player recruitment
Team development activities
Despite these challenges, the club remained active and prepared for a return to competition.
CHAPTER 5: REBUILDING THE HIVE (2021)
Following the COVID-19 period, the club entered a rebuilding phase.
New players were mobilized from:
Kibuli
Mulago
Uganda Allied Institute of Health and Management Sciences (UAIHMS)
This rebuilding exercise helped restore competitiveness and strengthen the club's future.
CHAPTER 6: THE KIBULI ERA (2022–PRESENT)
In 2022, the club established a strong player development pathway through Kibuli Secondary School.
This partnership has continued to provide talented young players to the club and has become an important pillar of team development.
Current Coaching Team
Head Coach
Kangara Imuran
Assistant Coaches
Edwetu Simon Peter
Ssemujju Frank Wynne
The technical team continues to nurture talent and guide the club toward higher levels of achievement.
CLUB LEGENDS
First Captain
Immaculate Mukose
The club's first captain who helped establish leadership, discipline, and commitment among the pioneer squad.
Notable Players
Aber Priscilla
Namutosi Patience
Nasolo Angel
Aisha Nakyango
Peace Anyawot
Nsubuga Brietiny
These players have contributed significantly to the growth and success of The Bees.
MAJOR ACHIEVEMENTS
Uganda Handball Champions League
Silver Medalists (Runners-Up)
One of the club's greatest achievements has been reaching the Uganda Handball Champions League final and finishing as runners-up.
Uganda Handball Super League
Best League Finish
4th Place – 2025 Season
Statistics:
Played: 18
Won: 11
Drawn: 1
Lost: 6
Goals For: 603
Goals Against: 543
Goal Difference: +60
Points: 23
Final Position: 4th Place
MEMORABLE MATCHES
Kyengeza Bees 30 – 29 Victoria University
A thrilling victory that concluded the 2025 season and demonstrated the team's ability to compete with Uganda's strongest clubs.
Kyengeza Bees vs Makerere University
A memorable victory that highlighted the growing strength of the club within the national league.
THE BEES IDENTITY
The nickname "The Bees" represents:
Hard Work
Unity
Discipline
Team Spirit
Determination
Collective Success
Just as bees work together to build and protect their hive, Kyengeza Women's Handball Club believes that success comes through teamwork and commitment.
2025 TEAM PHOTO
Caption:
Kyengeza Bees Women's Handball Club players pose for a team photograph following a Uganda Handball Super League fixture during the 2025 season. The team achieved a historic 4th-place finish in the national league and continued to establish itself among Uganda's leading women's handball clubs.
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VISION FOR THE FUTURE (2026–2035)
Kyengeza Women's Handball Club aims to:
Win the Uganda Handball Super League Championship.
Produce national team players.
Strengthen youth and school handball programs.
Establish a permanent handball training facility.
Expand community outreach initiatives.
Become a leading women's handball club in East Africa.
CLUB MOTTO
THE BEES
"Together We Work, Together We Win."
Prepared for the Kyengeza Women's Handball Club 10-Year Anniversary (2016–2026)
President: Sauda Babirye
Club Manager: Mukose Baker
Head Coach:
Kangara Imuran
Asst.coaches
Ssemujju Frank Wynne
Edwetu Simon Peter
Team Doctor
Noeline nabayaza
Uganda Handball Super League
The Bees – Building Champions, Inspiring Communities 🐝🤾🏾♀️🏆
