Uganda has established itself as a force to be reckoned with at the 15th East African Community (EAC) Inter-Parliamentary Games, taking an early lead in the competition.

The host nation's commitment to promoting regional unity, economic ties, and political cooperation through sports has been on full display, setting the tone for a successful tournament under the theme "Advancing Integration Through Parliamentary Sports".

From volleyball to basketball and netball, Uganda has demonstrated its prowess across various disciplines, boasting an impressive win record that has thrilled crowds at Lugogo, Kololo, and other venues.

This remarkable performance has solidified Uganda's position as the clear favorite for the 2025 edition, with regional leaders and visiting speakers hailing the nation's success and emphasizing the importance of sports in reflecting the region's shared destiny.

Regional leaders, including Ugandan officials and visiting speakers, have called for greater East African integration during the games' opening ceremonies, using the tournament as a platform to promote unity and cooperation.

The Uganda Volleyball team kicked off its campaign with a decisive win against Rwanda in straight sets, marking a strong start to their competition.

The home team then dominated the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA), winning 25–7 in the first set before securing another easy victory, showcasing their impressive skills and teamwork.

"We're determined to retain our volleyball trophy as hosts," said Peter Okeyo, MP Bukooli Island, a member of the Uganda Volleyball team. "This year is ours, and we expect to have it easy."

Nicolas Kamara, MP Kabale Municipality, also credited their secret plan for success, which involved exercises and physical activity while in constituencies, as well as personal coaches towards the end.

The Uganda Volleyball team's impressive performance was backed up by strong showings in basketball and netball, with victories over Kenya and a commanding win against Burundi.

Christine Akello won the women's 1500m with a time of 8:30 at Namboole, while Julius Acon claimed victory in the men's 1500m with a time of 5:23.5.

The team completed the podium with Hellen Auma in third and Gorreth Namugga in fourth, solidifying Uganda's position as a dominant force in East African athletics.