Buhunga BodaBoda Zone Qualifies For Country Radio BodaBoda Festival Round Of 16

Rukungiri: Buhunga Boda Boda Zone has qualified for the Round of 16 at the district level of the Country Radio Boda Boda Festival Rukungiri 2026 after defeating Kabingo Boda Boda Zone 4–2 on penalties in the final of the Buhunga qualifiers.

The match was played on October 17, at Rusheshe Playground in Buhunga Sub-county, Rukungiri District.

Speaking after the victory, Buhunga Boda Boda Zone captain Godwin Abaho expressed happiness over the team’s qualification, saying the players are well prepared for the Round of 16.

Abaho challenged other teams to prepare adequately, describing Buhunga as a strong side. He also called upon residents of Buhunga Sub-county and the general public to turn up in large numbers to support the team and Country Radio during the grand event scheduled for November.

Meanwhile, the Chairperson of Buhunga Sub-county Boda Boda Riders, Bernard Tuterine, thanked Country Radio for organising the tournament and giving boda boda riders an opportunity to participate in the competition.

Tuterine also commended the participating teams for the discipline exhibited throughout the games.

He encouraged residents of Buhunga Sub-county to attend the grand event on November 28, 2026, at Rukungiri Main Stadium and support Buhunga Boda Boda Zone as it seeks to progress to the finals.

The Country Radio Launch and Boda Boda Festival Rukungiri 2026 is scheduled for November 28 at Rukungiri Main Stadium, bringing together boda boda teams from across the district.

As part of the ongoing campaign, Country Radio’s next outreach activities will be held in Kebisoni Town Council on October 23, 2026, and Kebisoni Sub-county on October 24, 2026.