Uganda Breweries Limited is marking 80 years of operations in Uganda with a major investment in the country’s sporting sector, announcing a Shs650 million sponsorship and execution package for the 2026 Johnnie Walker Uganda Open Golf Championship.

The sponsorship reflects the company’s continued involvement in initiatives that promote talent, create opportunities and support the growth of sport in Uganda.

As the championship gets underway, Uganda Breweries says its support is part of a broader commitment to celebrating the people, partnerships and platforms contributing to Uganda’s development.

Supporting Golf and Local Talent

The Johnnie Walker Uganda Open has become an important platform for golfers to showcase their skills and compete at a high level. Uganda Breweries’ sponsorship is expected to contribute to the successful staging of the championship while supporting athletes and other stakeholders within the sporting ecosystem.

The company says its investment is aimed at creating meaningful experiences for participants and spectators while helping to raise the profile of Ugandan sporting talent.

80 Years in Uganda

Uganda Breweries Limited is using its 80th anniversary to reflect on its long-standing presence in the country and its contribution to various sectors of society.

The company says it has grown alongside Uganda over the past eight decades, building partnerships and supporting platforms that bring communities together.

Through its continued investment in sport, Uganda Breweries says it hopes to help create opportunities for Ugandan talent to gain greater recognition both locally and across the region.

The 2026 Johnnie Walker Uganda Open is expected to provide another platform for golfers to compete, connect and showcase Uganda’s sporting potential.

As the championship tees off, the company says its sponsorship represents both a celebration of its 80-year journey and a commitment to supporting Uganda’s future through sport and talent development.