PC Masereka Noel, a Uganda Police Force officer, has been recognized as the Best Student among over 100 participants at the International Judo Federation Academy Judo Coaches and Referees Seminar. The seminar, which took place in Burundi from October 5 to 8, 2026, aimed to strengthen technical skills and knowledge in Judo. Masereka's achievement highlights the growing technical expertise within the Uganda Police Force's Judo programme.
The four-day seminar brought together participants from Uganda, Burundi, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania, and Zambia. The training covered Judo techniques, coaching methods, and competition rules through both theoretical and practical sessions. PC Masereka and Cpl Babirye Racheal represented the Uganda Police Force at the training. Their participation was also aimed at strengthening Uganda Police's technical capacity ahead of the 6th East African Police Chiefs Cooperation Organisation (EAPCCO) Games.
The EAPCCO Games, scheduled to take place in Uganda in 2027, bring together police forces from member countries to promote cooperation, teamwork, and professional relations through sporting activities. Masereka's achievement is expected to boost Uganda Police Force's preparations for the 2027 games while showcasing the ability of its officers to excel in specialised sporting disciplines at international level.
The International Judo Federation Academy Judo Coaches and Referees Seminar provided a platform for participants to enhance their skills and knowledge in Judo. The seminar's focus on both theoretical and practical sessions ensured that participants gained a comprehensive understanding of the sport. Masereka's strong performance throughout the seminar earned him recognition as the Best Student.
The Uganda Police Force's participation in the seminar demonstrates its commitment to developing the technical expertise of its officers in various sporting disciplines. The force's Judo programme has shown significant growth, with officers like Masereka excelling at international level. This achievement is expected to inspire other officers to pursue excellence in their respective fields.
Masereka's recognition as the Best Student at the seminar is a testament to the Uganda Police Force's investment in the development of its officers. The force's participation in international sporting events like the EAPCCO Games promotes cooperation and teamwork among police forces from member countries. Uganda's hosting of the 2027 EAPCCO Games is expected to further enhance the country's reputation in regional policing efforts.
The achievement by PC Masereka Noel is a significant milestone for the Uganda Police Force, showcasing its ability to produce high-caliber athletes. The force's continued investment in the development of its officers' skills and knowledge is expected to yield more successes in the future.
Key points
- PC Masereka Noel, a Uganda Police Force officer, has emerged as the Best Student at the International Judo Federation Academy Judo Coaches and Referees Seminar held in Burundi.
- The seminar aimed to strengthen technical skills and knowledge in Judo among participants from Uganda, Burundi, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania, and Zambia.
- Masereka's achievement is expected to boost Uganda Police Force's preparations for the 2027 East African Police Chiefs Cooperation Organisation (EAPCCO) Games.
