National governing body · World Rafting Federation affiliate
We race beyond the rivers.
We build who races it.
Uganda Water Rafting Federation trains athletes, certifies river guides and represents Uganda at international competition, turning one of the world's great rapids into a pipeline of opportunity.
2+
Years developing the sport
30+
Paddlers trained
5
Nile rapids graded I–V
18+
Nations raced against, 2026 World Cup
Who we are
The federation behind every Ugandan paddle stroke that reaches the world stage.
We are the officially recognised body for competitive and community whitewater rafting in Uganda , responsible for the national team, guide certification standards, and the country's presence at international events like the Rafting World Cup Series.
- Select and train the national rafting team
- Set and certify guide safety standards nationwide
- Run grassroots swim and paddle programmes on the Nile
- Represent Uganda at continental and world competition
What we run
Four programmes, one river.
Every activity below draws from the same stretch of the White Nile , from a child's first swim lesson to a national team qualifying for the world stage.
Grade VNational Team & Competition
Selecting, training and fielding Uganda's rafting team for regional and international competition, including the Rafting World Cup Series.
Grade IIIYouth & Grassroots Development
Introducing river safety, swimming and paddling fundamentals to young people in river-adjacent communities along the Rivers.
Grade IVGuide & Safety Certification
Training and certifying river guides and safety kayakers to professional, internationally recognised standards.
Athlete Support ProgramAthlete Welfare & Life Beyond the Rapids
Supporting our athletes with health education, mental wellness, financial literacy, and career development, so they thrive both in and out of the boat.
On the calendar
Rafting World Cup Series 2026 , Sagana, Kenya
Team Uganda lines up against nations from across four continents at this season's World Cup Series, one stop in the international calendar our federation trains toward year-round.
Meet the national programme →Backed by
World Rafting Federation
Makerere University
Umundu Sports
Africa Rafting CouncilPartner with us
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