GSSport24 Speaker

Lennox Mugumira

Administrator - Cricket2Nurture

I am Lennox Mugumira, a dedicated Sports Sustainability and Water Rights advocate, Founder Cricket To Nurture, Cohort 2 Fellow of the BeVisioneers: Mercedes Benz Fellowship through which I have developed a deep connection with Nature and Sustainability. The zeal to blend my passion and commitment to finding solutions that ensure clean, accessible water for my community while promoting environmental and Sports sustainability has led to the birth of Play By Water Initiative.

Growing up in Jinja City, the overwhelming water challenges I’ve witnessed firsthand in villages and the local schools where I’ve trained cricket under the ‘Cricket To Nurture’ initiative led me to identify water scarcity as the key issue I should tackle. Water is a fundamental necessity—without it, there is no life. Combining my passion for sports and community development, I’m driven to create sustainable water solutions that not only ensure access to clean water but also foster healthier lifestyles, empowering both athletes and students in underserved areas.

My mission is rooted in four core values: sustainability, leadership, and empathy and Innovation. I believe that protecting our planet’s natural resources is essential for future generations to play, thrive and I am committed to leading by example. By collaborating with diverse groups of like-minded change-makers, I aim to inspire collective action toward responsible water use, water access and environmental stewardship.

I envision a future where water is cherished and preserved, not just as a resource but as a vital element that connects us all. My goal is to grow as a leader, expanding my global network and learning from experienced mentors to enhance my community’s impact. By aligning my work with the global sustainability agenda, I hope to contribute to solutions that balance human needs with the health of our environment.

Ultimately, I seek to inspire a movement where water sustainability and sports come together to create lasting change for both people and the planet.