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NSSF Kampala Hills Run

The NSSF Kampala Hills Run brings together runners, walkers, and champions of education for an unforgettable 10 or 21km adventure through the 7 hills of Kampala. This spirited charity run, powered by NSSF Uganda alongside partners MTN Uganda, Housing Finance Bank, and Next Media, transforms every step into hope for children across the nation.

Every participant helps fund vital improvements to public primary schools nationwide: rebuilding classrooms, creating cleaner facilities, and bringing digital learning to young minds eager to grow.
Ready to run for tomorrow's leaders? Lace up, join the movement, and discover how steps can change countless lives, including your own.

Event Details

Date: 12th October 2025

Time: 6:00am (EAT)

Location: Kololo Airstrip, Kampala

Distance: 10km & 21km

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Impact from Past Editions

1.8B

Collections in cash & kind

60

Classroom blocks

40,000

Learners impacted

12%

Increase in student enrolment

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Kamiigo Primary School - Jinja

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Karongo C.O.U Primary School - Hoima

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Oreku Primary School - Arua

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Wangale Primary School - Butaleja

Every kit sold = Every child helped.

UGX 35,000

Your runner's kit is waiting, packed with everything you need to make race day unforgettable. Each kit purchased directly funds classroom renovations, better sanitation, and digital learning tools for children who need them most. Get your official NSSF Kampala Hills Run kit now and become part of something bigger than yourself.

Pickup Points

NSSF Branches

  • NSSF City Branch, Workers House Ground Floor
  • NSSF Acacia Branch, Acacia Mall
  • NSSF Bugolobi Branch, Bugolobi Mall

Service: Pickup Only

Housing Finance Bank Branches

  • Housing Finance Bank, Ntinda Branch
  • Housing Finance Bank, Nakasero Branch
  • Housing Finance Bank, Garden City Branch
  • Housing Finance Bank Kololo Branch
  • Housing Finance Bank, Kampala Road Branch

Service: Pickup Only

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All you need to know about the run:

The NSSF Kampala Hills Run is a fun, non-competitive charity Run organised by NSSF Uganda, in partnership with MTN Uganda, Housing Finance Bank, and Next Media.
It is an initiative through which the Fund mobilises Ugandans to raise funds for the improvement of learning conditions in public primary schools around the country through renovation of school structures, improving sanitation, and enhancement of e-learning. It traverses selected hills of Kampala, covering 21km.

The 2025 NSSF Kampala Hills Run will take place on 12th October 2025, at Kololo Independence Grounds, starting at 6:00 am.

A running kit, which includes a vest, cap, bag, bib, and timer, costs UGX 35,000 only.

You can pay via mobile using the MTN MoMo App or online at www.momoticketing.com/nssfrun 

Yes, bulk purchase of up to 20 kits is allowed using the MTN MoMo App or online at www.momoticketing.com/nssfrun 

Should you like to purchase above 20 kits, please call us on 0786940797 for tailored purchase options, including delivery.

We have various pick-up locations for your convenience. You can pick up your kit at the following locations:

  • NSSF City Branch, Workers House Ground Floor
  • NSSF Acacia Branch, Acacia Mall
  • NSSF Bugolobi Branch, Bugolobi Mall
  • Housing Finance Bank, Ntinda Branch
  • Housing Finance Bank, Nakasero Branch
  • Housing Finance Bank, Garden City Branch
  • Housing Finance Bank Kololo Branch
  • Housing Finance Bank, Kampala Road Branch

There are two categories, namely;

  • 21KM
  • 10KM

The Fund targets to raise shs2billion from the run, with support from various partners and individuals.

Proceeds from the 2025 Run will go towards supporting 10 public primary schools across the country to undertake school renovations, improve sanitation, and enhance e-learning.

Over the years, proceeds from the NSSF Kampala Hills Run funds have supported the refurbishment of 60 classroom blocks and improved sanitation in 25 primary schools across the country. Over 40,000 students benefit from these interventions every school day.

The benefits have extended beyond improving learning conditions to positively impacting enrollment. The interventions have led to a 12% increase in student enrolment at the beneficiary schools and a 10% reduction in dropouts.

More information about the NSSF Kampala Hills Run can be found on our website www.nssfug.org/nssfrun. You may also call on +256786940797 or 080026773 toll-free.

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