Political commentator and journalist Andrew Mwenda has amused his followers on X after sharing a humorous account of a basketball game with Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame and Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba.
In a post that quickly attracted reactions, Mwenda poked fun at his own basketball abilities, joking that his performance was so poor that it deserved global recognition.
“Playing basketball with the President of Rwanda @PaulKagame and the CDF of Uganda @mkainerugaba. The messes I made would win me a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records as the most disastrous player of all time,” Mwenda wrote.
The self-deprecating comment offered a glimpse into the informal side of interactions among prominent regional figures, with the basketball session highlighting sports as a platform for friendship, relaxation and healthy engagement.
Rather than focusing on the calibre of his teammates, Mwenda turned the spotlight on himself, humorously exaggerating his mistakes on the court. His post resonated with many social media users, who praised his willingness to laugh at himself and appreciated the lighter moment involving high-profile personalities.
The friendly game underscores the growing role of sports in fostering personal connections beyond official engagements. President Kagame is widely known for his enthusiasm for sports, particularly basketball, while Gen. Muhoozi has on several occasions shared his interest in fitness and sporting activities.
Although Mwenda jokingly described himself as the “most disastrous player of all time,” his post ultimately celebrated the camaraderie and good humour that characterised the occasion, reminding followers that even influential public figures enjoy moments of fun away from the demands of public life.
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