10 February 2023 | Athletics

International sports commentator Robert Joseph Walker has urged the government to treasure and empower active sportsmen. The Englishman is in the country thanks to an invitation from the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB). Rob Walker is well known for his legendary commentary on Jacob Kiplimo and Joshua Cheptegei's exploits at the world stage. Speaking at the Media Centre in Uganda’s capital, Kampala, Walker expressed delight at returning to the country je fell in love with having jetted in on Monday, February 6, expected to stay till 15th February. "Delighted to be back. As I’ve said many times, I will always give my time & energy to promote the country free of charge," he wrote on his Twitter page. "Fell in love with East Africa & Uganda on first trip in 2005. Will try to reply to all the messages, but so many! Busy schedule!" https://twitter.com/robwalkertv/status/1623208410920394754 Walker has also met His Excellence Yoweri Kaguta Museveni in a state luncheon that had different dignitaries appreciate his kindness to the country at large. "Huge thanks for the Official Ugandan vest & kit and the presentation from the President yesterday. As a life long distance runner this was a truly humbling gift. What an incredible trip. Thanks for having me," he further attested on social media. https://twitter.com/robwalkertv/status/1623584454345105408

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