Handball fans are eagerly awaiting the match, led by its Spanish technical director, against its Ugandan counterpart scheduled for noon today, Saturday, in its final group stage match of the Africa Cup of Nations tournament hosted by Rwanda from January 21st to 31st.
Egypt vs Uganda Match Time and Broadcasting Channel
The Egypt vs Uganda match takes place at one o’clock in the afternoon today, Saturday, and the match is broadcast on On Sport TV channel. The handball team successfully secured qualification to the quarter-finals after facing Gabon in the opening match and winning 36-25 before defeating Angola 41-28 on Thursday.
Notable Brilliance from the Duo Khaled and Yousry
The tournament is witnessing notable brilliance from a number of players, most notably Yahya Khaled, who won the best player award in the Egypt vs Angola match, and also Akram Yousry and Ouka.
In the same context, the company congratulated the Egyptian national handball team on qualifying for the quarter-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations in Rwanda after defeating Angola 41-28 in the second match of the first round of the competition.
A post was published on Instagram featuring a photo of the team with the caption: “Congratulations to the Egyptian national handball team on qualifying for the quarter-finals of the 2026 Africa Cup.”
The handball team roster includes: Mohamed Ali, Mohamed Essam El-Tayyar, Abdelrahman Hameed, Akram Yousry, Mohamed Ouka, Ahmed Hisham Sissa, Mohamed Momen Safa, Yahya Khaled, Mahab Said, Ali Zein, Ahmed Hisham Dodo, Nabil Sherif, Hisham Salah, Ibrahim El-Masry, Ahmed Adel, Yasser Seif, Mahmoud Abdelaziz Gedo, Yahya El-Deraa, and Seif El-Deraa.
The delegation of the Egyptian national handball team receives distinguished support and follow-up from the Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt in Rwanda, with continuous coordination and communication maintained between the delegation officials and the embassy.
Trezegeut the Al Ahly star
Egypt
Egypt, home to one of the world’s oldest civilizations, is famed for its ancient monuments along the Nile River, including the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx, which date back over 4,500 years. Its long history encompasses the Pharaonic, Ptolemaic, Roman, and Islamic periods, with Cairo later becoming a major cultural and political center of the Arab world.
Uganda
Uganda is a landlocked East African nation known for its diverse landscapes, including Lake Victoria and the Rwenzori Mountains. Historically, it was home to several kingdoms like Buganda before becoming a British protectorate in the late 19th century, gaining independence in 1962. Its rich culture is reflected in over 50 distinct ethnic groups and languages.
Rwanda
Rwanda is a landlocked East African nation known for its lush, mountainous terrain and as the home of endangered mountain gorillas. Its modern history is deeply marked by the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi, in which an estimated 800,000 people were killed over 100 days. Since then, Rwanda has undergone a remarkable period of recovery and development, becoming known for its stability, economic growth, and efforts toward national unity.
Africa Cup of Nations
The Africa Cup of Nations is the premier international men’s football competition in Africa, first held in 1957. It was founded to unite African nations emerging from colonialism and has grown into a major sporting event held every two years.
On Sport TV
“On Sport TV” is a Portuguese sports television channel that launched in 2008, focusing primarily on broadcasting football matches and other sporting events. It is part of the NOS media group and has been a significant platform for Portuguese sports coverage, including rights to major leagues and competitions.
Gabon
Gabon is a country on the west coast of Central Africa, historically inhabited by Bantu peoples and later explored by the Portuguese in the 15th century. It became a French colony in the 19th century before gaining independence in 1960, and its culture is deeply influenced by its diverse ethnic groups and dense rainforests.
Angola
Angola is a country in southwestern Africa with a rich history shaped by powerful pre-colonial kingdoms like Kongo and Ndongo, followed by centuries of Portuguese colonization until it gained independence in 1975. Its cultural sites include the Fortress of São Miguel in Luanda, a historic Portuguese fort, and the Tundavala Fissure, a dramatic natural landmark. The nation’s culture reflects a blend of indigenous traditions and Portuguese influences, particularly in music and language.
Instagram
Instagram is a social media platform founded in 2010, initially focused on sharing photos and videos with artistic filters. It has evolved into a major cultural site for visual communication, influencer marketing, and personal storytelling, significantly impacting global digital culture and social interaction.
Arab Republic of Egypt
The Arab Republic of Egypt is a transcontinental nation in North Africa and the Middle East, renowned as the site of one of the world’s earliest and most influential civilizations along the Nile River. Its ancient history, spanning over 5,000 years, is marked by the Pharaonic dynasties that built iconic monuments like the Pyramids of Giza, followed by successive periods of Greek, Roman, Islamic, and Ottoman rule before gaining modern independence in the 20th century.
Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt in Rwanda
The Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt in Rwanda is the diplomatic mission representing Egypt in Kigali. It facilitates bilateral relations, supports Egyptian citizens, and promotes cultural and political ties between the two nations, reflecting a diplomatic relationship established following Rwanda’s independence.
Al Ahly
Al Ahly is a major Egyptian sports club based in Cairo, founded in 1907. It is historically one of Africa’s most successful football clubs, with a record number of continental titles, and has played a significant role in Egyptian sporting and social culture.
