PICTORIAL: President Museveni Commissions Teryet National High Altitude Training Centre
The President expressed satisfaction with the facility but acknowledged that further improvements, particularly in accommodation, were necessary.
Kapchorwa: On Wednesday, December 11, 2024, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni officially commissioned the Teryet National High Altitude Training Centre in Kapchorwa District.
This state-of-the-art facility, situated at an altitude of over 2,500 meters above sea level and covering 45 hectares, is designed to support the training needs of athletes from Uganda and around the world.
The center, which cost over 29 billion Ugandan shillings to construct, boasts several key amenities, including an athletic track, artificial turf track, field track, a hostel block, an external kitchen, and various equipment.
During the event, President Museveni, accompanied by the First Lady, Maama Janet Museveni, who is also the Minister of Education and Sports, toured the facility and interacted with athletes at the main track field.
In his speech, President Museveni emphasized the benefits of high-altitude training, noting that the lower oxygen levels in such areas improve lung efficiency, which enhances athletic performance.
He also reflected on the achievements of athletes like Stephen Kiprotich and Moses Kipsiro, whose global success played a role in the decision to establish the center.
The President expressed satisfaction with the facility but acknowledged that further improvements, particularly in accommodation, were necessary.
He also mentioned the importance of private sector investment to meet the growing needs of the center, including the establishment of hotels in the area.
Maama Janet Museveni shared the history behind the establishment of the center, highlighting Uganda’s abundant talent, particularly from the Sebei region, and the significance of honoring athletes like Stephen Kiprotich, who won a gold medal at the London 2012 Olympics.
The event also featured remarks from other leaders, including Vice President Jessica Alupo, who praised the facility for providing athletes with a local training option, eliminating the need to travel to Kenya.
Athlete Joshua Cheptegei also commended the President for his ongoing support and noted the center’s growing appeal to international athletes.
The inauguration of the Teryet National High Altitude Training Centre marks a significant milestone for Uganda’s sports development, particularly in athletics, and is expected to contribute to the country’s continued success in global competitions.
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