Uganda team manager has 'no idea' why boxers disappeared after Games
Commonwealth Games chef de mission Godwin Kayangwe says he hopes the athletes will return home before their visas expire in October.
The manager of Uganda's Commonwealth Games boxing team has expressed confusion over the disappearance of four of his athletes after the Games. Ibrahim Kemis, Nuhu Batte, Emily Nakalema, and Angel Katushabe had all been scheduled to fly back to Uganda, but have not turned up for their flights and have since stopped using their mobile phones.
Media reports in Uganda suggest the athletes may be seeking asylum, but Uganda's chef de mission, Godwin Kayangwe, stated he has no idea why they decided to leave and no idea what type of asylum they might be seeking. The athletes' visas remain valid until October, so it is hoped they will return home before they expire. Police are investigating the matter, but little can be done until the visas expire.
Kayangwe emphasized the importance of the athletes following the law and returning before their visas expire, and expressed hope that they would make the right decision and come back to Uganda.
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