Editing Kampala (section)

=== Sports ===
Kampala is home to the [[City Oilers]], one of East Africa's top basketball club teams. It is the only East African team that competes in the [[FIBA Africa Clubs Champions Cup]]. The Oilers play their home games in the [[MTN Arena]], which is based in Kampala's [[Lugogo Area]].<ref>{{cite news
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The city hosted the [[IAAF World Cross Country Championships]] in [[2017 IAAF World Cross Country Championships|2017]].
The city also hosted the [[Rugby Africa Cup]] in 2024 at the [[Mandela National Stadium]]. 
The [[2027 Africa Cup of Nations]] will be hosted in the city alongside neighbouring countries of Tanzania and Kenya.{{Citation needed|date=December 2024}}

The city has a number of stadiums and sports complex like 	
1.	Mandela National Stadium (Namboole Stadium)
The Mandela National Stadium, commonly known as Namboole Stadium, is the largest and most iconic sports facility in Uganda. Located just outside Kampala in Bweyogerere, this multi-purpose stadium has a seating capacity of over 45,000 and is the primary venue for major sporting events, including football matches, athletics, and concerts. The stadium is home to the Uganda national football team, the Cranes, and hosts various local and international competitions.
	2.	Lugogo Sports Complex
Lugogo is a well-known sports hub in Kampala, offering facilities for a range of sports including tennis, cricket, and boxing. The MTN Arena within the complex is a modern indoor arena with a capacity of around 3,000, used for basketball, netball, volleyball, and other indoor sports. The Lugogo Cricket Oval is another highlight, hosting national and international cricket matches, making it the center of cricket in Uganda.
	3.	Kampala Golf Club
Located in the heart of the city, the Kampala Golf Club is Uganda's oldest golf course and a premier destination for golfers. The 18-hole course offers a challenging yet scenic layout, with well-maintained greens and fairways. The club also has a driving range and a clubhouse, making it a popular spot for both serious golfers and those looking to relax in a green environment.{{Citation needed|date=December 2024}}
    4. Hamz Nakivubo Stadium 
The renewed stadium formerly known as Nakivubo 
War memorial Stadium is found in the central business district of Kampala 
[[File:Night aerial view of Hamz Stadium in Nakivubo Kampala 03.jpg | thumb|220x124px | right | alt= Sports in Kampala  |  Hamz stadium in Nakivubo, Kampala]]
  The city is home to various football clubs playing in the [[Uganda Premier League]] such as [[Kampala Capital City Authority FC]], [[SC Villa]], [[Police FC (Uganda)|Police FC]], and [[Express FC]]
 They are also a number of teams in Kampala playing in the [[FUFA Women Super League]] like [[Kawempe Muslim LFC]], [[Lady Doves FC]] and many others