Overview
Tumusiime Gad Reuben is a talented Ugandan visually impaired athlete with experience across multiple sports disciplines, including athletics, archery, and blind football. Through determination, discipline, and consistency, Gad has represented Uganda at both national and international levels while inspiring many through his commitment to excellence in sports and leadership.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Tumusiime Gad Reuben
- Date of Birth: 22nd June 2000
- Sex: Male
- Nationality: Ugandan
- Home District: Rubanda District
- Current Residence: Makerere, Kampala
- Occupation: Portfolio Officer
- Employer: Finfort Limited
- University: Makerere University
- Qualification: Bachelor of Arts with Education
- Email Address: gadtumusiime222@gmail.com
Sports Information
- Sport Disciplines:
- Para Athletics
- Archery
- Blind Football
Athletics Career
Gad specializes in middle- and long-distance track events, particularly the 1500 meters and 5,000 meters races. Between 2022 and 2025, he competed in four national athletics championships where he emerged as a gold medalist in both the 1500m and 5000m events.
His impressive performances earned him opportunities to represent Uganda internationally at athletics competitions in:
- Morocco – 2023
- United Arab Emirates (Dubai) – 2024
Archery Career
In addition to athletics, Gad is also a competitive visually impaired archer. He represented Uganda at the IBSA World Games in the B1 category for visually impaired archers, where he finished in 4th position internationally.
His participation at the IBSA World Games demonstrated his versatility and ability to compete at elite level across multiple para sports disciplines.
Blind Football Career
Gad is also an active player on the Uganda National Blind Football Team. Over the past three years, he has participated in national blind football championships and consistently emerged as the top scorer.
In 2025, he represented Uganda during the African Blind Football Championships. Through teamwork, dedication, and determination, Gad contributed significantly to helping Uganda secure promotion to Division One.
Athletic Journey
Gad’s journey in sports has been driven by passion, discipline, and the desire to continuously challenge himself despite visual impairment. Through athletics, archery, and blind football, he has developed confidence, teamwork, resilience, and leadership skills that continue to shape his personal and professional life.
His ability to excel in multiple sporting disciplines reflects his determination to break barriers and inspire others living with disabilities to pursue their goals fearlessly.
Goals and Aspirations
Gad hopes to continue representing Uganda at major international competitions while improving his performances across all disciplines. His dream is to elevate Uganda’s presence in para sports internationally and inspire more persons with disabilities to actively participate in sports and leadership opportunities.
Leadership and Community Impact
Beyond competition, Gad continues to inspire many people through his leadership, discipline, and commitment to personal growth. He promotes teamwork, inclusion, and resilience while encouraging young persons with disabilities to believe in their abilities and pursue excellence in both sports and education.
Personal Attributes
Gad is known for being:
- Hardworking
- Disciplined
- Determined
- Committed to personal and professional growth
His dedication to sports, leadership, and community impact continues to inspire many within and beyond Uganda.
