Case Study: Liaison Services & Stakeholder Management for Uganda Rugby Union

Client: Uganda Rugby Union & Participating National Teams

Project: Liaison Services, Stakeholder Management, Translation & Event Coordination Period: 2013 – 2023 (10 Years)

Total Project Value: USD 150,000

Challenge

Major African rugby tournaments brought together teams from across the continent, creating complex coordination challenges including:

  • Language barriers between English, French, Portuguese, and Arabic-speaking teams
  • Need for smooth stakeholder management between teams, organizers, sponsors, and government officials
  • Efficient team coordination and event logistics during high-pressure international competitions
  • Risk of miscommunication affecting match preparations and official events

Solution

La Marquee Translate was appointed as the Official Liaison Partner for over 10 years. We provided comprehensive on-ground and strategic support including:

  • Full liaison services between rugby teams, tournament organizers, and local authorities
  • Professional translation and interpretation (English ↔ French ↔ Portuguese)
  • Stakeholder relationship management with all participating nations
  • Team coordination and logistics support
  • Event coordination for official meetings, press conferences, and technical briefings
  • Cultural mediation to ensure smooth interactions between diverse African teams

Results

  • Successfully supported multiple major African Rugby tournaments in Uganda for a full decade (2013–2023)
  • Delivered seamless communication and coordination for teams from over 15 African countries
  • Provided translation and interpretation services with zero critical miscommunication incidents
  • Contributed to the smooth execution of high-level international rugby events across Africa
  • Built strong long-term relationships with African rugby unions and confederation officials
  • Total contract value delivered: USD 150,000 (USD 15,000 per major tournament)