Uganda’s Rukia Naiga shines at Cue Masters International Pool Carnival in Tanzania

DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania  – Uganda’s top female pool player, Rukia Naiga, delivered a stellar performance to claim the Women’s singles title at the Cue Masters International Pool Carnival held in Dar es Salaam.

Naiga outplayed a strong field of competitors to secure the top spot, followed by Tanzania’s Mercy Phiri in second place. Botswana’s Bionel Kits took third, while Uganda’s Zaimatt Nabafu finished fourth.

In the Men’s singles category, Zambia’s Royd Kabwe pulled off a stunning upset by defeating Uganda’s celebrated cueist and Africa’s Heyball Ambassador, Ceasar Chandiga, in the final. Kabwe sealed the victory with a commanding 13–8 win to take the title.

Zambia’s Kelvin Nkandu, another well-known figure in African pool circles, secured third place, while Uganda’s Ibrahim “The Killer” Sejjemba rounded out the top four.

Ugandan dominance continued in the team event, with Kampala-based club Rox Berry emerging champions. South Africa’s Ghost Nation finished second, while Uganda’s A.T.A and Kenya’s Mchana Knights shared third place.

Ian Kazibwe of Uganda capped off a memorable tournament by being named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) in the team event.

Final Standings

Men’s Singles

1. Royd Kabwe (Zambia)

2. Ceasar Chandiga (Uganda)

3. Kelvin Nkandu (Zambia)

4. Ibrahim Sejjemba (Uganda)

5. Leonard Kazembe (Zambia)

6. Nsangu (Zambia)

7. Norbert Kobelota (Tanzania)

8. Jackson Steven (Tanzania)

Women’s Singles

1. Rukia Naiga (Uganda)

2. Mercy Phiri (Tanzania)

3. Bionel Kits (Botswana)

4. Zaimatt Nabafu (Uganda)

Team Event

1. Team Rox Berry (Uganda)

2. Ghost Nation (South Africa)

3. Team A.T.A (Uganda)

4. Mchana Knights (Kenya)