Uganda at the 1960 Summer Olympics

Uganda competed at the 1960 Summer Olympics in Rome, Italy.This was the first time Uganda made its Olympics debut, marking the start of its Olympic journey but it represented as a British protectorate though it didn't win any medals.

Athletics

• Benjamin Nguda: Ran in the 100m (reaching the second round) and 200m (first round).
• Patrick Etolu: Finished 12th in the high jump, clearing 1.96m.
• Lawrence Ogwang: Competed in the triple jump (20th place).
• Jean Baptiste Okello: Competed in the 110m hurdles, reaching the semi-finals.

Boxing

• George Oywello: Competed in the light-heavyweight division.
• Other boxers included Frank Nyangweso, Peter Odhiambo, John Ssentongo, Frank Kisekka, and Grace Sseruwagi.

See also

• Great Britain at the 1960 Summer Olympics

References

• Official Olympic Reports