Kampala Queens reclaimed top spot in the FUFA Women Super League after a brilliant performance against She Maroons FC.
The Queens of Soccer put up a five-star display to defeat She Maroons FC 5-1 on Sunday at MTN-Omondi Stadium, Lugogo.
Justine Najjuko tapped into her own net as early as the 8th minute to give Kampala Queens the lead before Hasifah Nassuna who was returning from injury doubled the lead with a stunning freekick a minute later.
Catherine Nagadya, Zaina Nandede and Sumaya Komuntale added a goal each in the second half to complete the rout.
The consolation goal for the Prison Sentries came from Winnie Kyomugisha.
The result helped Kampala Queens FC reclaim top spot, moving to 16 points, one ahead of Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC who were held to a goalless draw at Asubo Ladies.
Like it has been over the years, the game between Kawempe and Asubo once again was closely contested.
Kawempe who missed several key players such as Samalie Nakacwa, Jolly Kobusingye and Shakirah Nankwanga failed to find the cutting edge.
On the other hand, Asubo had chances to win the game but Kamiyati Naigaga and debutant Esther Namataka failed to convert.
Elswehere, Wakiso Hill WFC were stunned at home by Lady Doves thanks to goals from Norah Alupo and Lydia Nyandera.
Uganda Martyrs played out a one-all draw against Makerere. Angel Auki got the equalizer for the Kiddawalime Girls after the hosts had taken thw lead through Sharon Namatovu.
In Mukono, UCU Lady Cardinals had to come from a goal down to defeat Rines SS WFC.
Amina Nababi fired Rines into the lead but the University side were able to win 3-1 with goals coming from Harima Kanyago, Meble Kusasira and Catherine Nakidde.
The FUFA Juniors League is the bedrock for future football stars and over the years, this has acted as a conveyer belt for the National teams (Junior and the Senior National Team).
Since introduction in 2015, FUFA always makes efforts to ensure the competition fulfills the core objective of nurturing talent.
In line with the aforementioned, the 2023/24 season will come new changes and are as follows;
All teams playing in the StarTimes Uganda Premier League will be mandated to have a team in the FUFA Juniors League.
The 16 teams will be divided into two groups like it was the case in the a few years ago. The Groups are named as Treble and Hat trick.
Treble KCCA FC SA Maroons FC JT NEC FC JT Express FC JT URA FC JT UPDF FC JT Kitara FC JT Arua Hill SC JT
Hat Trick SC Villa JT Soltilo Bright Stars FC JT Vipers SC JT Wakiso Giants FC JT BUL FC JT Gaddafi FC JT Busoga United FC JT Mbarara City FC JT
The FUFA Juniors League is only a preserve of players under the age of 17. Therefore, only players born after 1st, January 2007 will be considered.
The competition shall be played on a league basis over three rounds on a home and away basis with the third round host determined by the aggregate results from the two rounds.
Each club shall be allowed to register a maximum of 25 players. Ten of those should be born latest by 1st January 2007 while the other 15 slots will be given to players born in 2008, 2009 and 2010.
Every player must have a minor consent form signed by a parent/ guardian and a National ID of the parent/ guardian attached, Authentic Birth Certificate and a fully filled player passport form.
However, despite the changes mentioned, other Junior Teams will continue to play in their respective FUFA Regions after fully complying with the Academy registration process just like it was last season.
The FUFA Juniors League 2023/24 season (involving StarTimes Uganda Premier League Clubs) is expected to kickoff on 4th February 2024.
The Road Map
Age Verification – 15th -19th January 2024
Fixture Release – 20th January 2024
Competition Rules and Regulation Release – 20th Janaury 2024
Player Registration on FUFA Connect – 20th -31st January 2024
CAF B Diploma Coaching Course that started last year resumed this week with participants undergoing sessions of the third module.
The course resumed on Monday under the tutorship of Instructors Douglas Bamweyana and Jackson Nyiima.
The coaches will go through football fitness aerobic training (endurance) with the ball,basic treatment of injuries,basic injury prevention, fitness programs, football fitness, emotional development, handling pressure/stress, muscle training and training drills among others.
“We are here for the 3rd module of the CAF B Diploma Coaching Course and the participants are undergoing both theory and practical sessions. Most importantly the coaches attitude is good as they are willing to learn through discussions, sharing and interactions.” Said Instructor Bamweyana.
Simeon Massa on behalf of the participants was pleased with the good level of how the instructors are handling them and is sure they are learning the new modern football trends.
The current module that started on Monday 8th and will end on Friday 12th January 2024.
Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC continued with their brilliant start to the season, picking yet another win over the weekend.
Fresh from defeating reigning Champions Kampala Queens in midweek, the Valley Warriors bagged yet another victory, this time obliterating new comers Wakiso Hill WFC.
In the game played at the Valley Ground, Kawempe Muslim won 5-0 thanks to a brace apiece ftom Agnes Nabukenya and Yudaya Nakayenze. The other goal came fron Hadijah Nandago.
The result meant Kawempe Muslim kept their stay at the top on 13 points same as Kampala Queens but the former have a superior goal difference.
Kampala Queens made a quick recovery from their disappointing loss on Wednesday by defeating Lady Doves 2-0 in Masindi.
Catherine Nagadya tucked home as early as the second minute before winning a penalty midway the first half that was converted by Sumaya Komuntale.
This marked the first win for newly appointed Kampala Queens head coach Charles Ayiekoh Lukula.
Elsewhere, She Maroons FC did not find any hardships in overcoming Makerere University who were unbeaten until Sunday.
Lillian Kasuubo opened the scores shortly after the break before Jackline Adong added two goals.
At Kabaka Kyabaggu Stadium, Rines SS WFC had to come from a goal down to edge Asubo Ladies and register their first win of the season.
Everlyn Nassuna had given the visitors the lead but Patricia Nanyazi scored at the stroke of halftime and also converted a stoppage time penalty to give Rines all three points.
The encounter between Uganda Martyrs Lubaga WFC and UCU Lady Cardinals ended in a one-all draw. Sandra Kisakye fired the Cardinals into the lead before substitute Kevin Nakacwa found the equalizer.
The second edition of FAMACO II targeting Club CEOs of UPL and FWSL as well as regional Football Association General secretaries, ended at a graduation event held at Jevine Hotel, Kampala.
The ceremony was graced by Justus Mugisha (First FUFA Vice President), Ronnie Kalema (FUFA Executive Secretary), Kizza Decolas (FUFA Deputy CEO), and Ali Mwebe (FUFA Football Development Director).
Njuba Simon Peter and Kairungi Stellah Otika Salma emerged as the best male and female students respectively.
The instructors included Jamil Ssewanyana, Waiswa Ali, Kiiza Decolas, Counsel Dennis Lukambi, Ali Mwebe, Catherine Adipo W. Constanse, Mutyaba Bashir, Rogers Byamukama and Babra Irakiza.
The FAMACO II has been designed to enhance participants’ knowledge and abilities in football leadership and management. It specifically focuses on strengthening and refining the soft and hard skills needed to succeed in an influential role in the football industry.
My successful completion of this course demonstrates my commitment to honing my skills in football administration and management.
I am sure my newly acquired knowledge and expertise will undoubtedly contribute to the growth and success of BUL Football Club, as well as benefit the broader football community in Uganda.
Joseph Mutaka, BUL Football Club CEO
List of graduands
Njuba Simon Peter
Sengendo Isaac
Asiimwe Moses
Kairungi Stellah Otika Salma
Abdul Kawuulu Mwanje
Ssemeere Asadu
Isaac Serwanga Lwanga
Kamoga Sula
Muhumuza Rodrick Chandi
Mutaka Joseph
Freda Ayerango
Gulere Daniel
Muwanguzi Joel
Mambo Walter
Nyamwiza Brendah
Mutebi Julius
Nakirijja Aisha
Mushabe Akankwasa Arnold
Ssejjemba Brian
Bitonde Michael Kirunga
Munaaba Allan
Ekaju Daniel
Keuber Moses
Musiimenta Edmund
Muhoozi Anisha Shahir
Turyomuriwe Samuel
Miiro Ashraf
Okorotum Jonathan
Joel Gadafi
Otika Edward
Lukoki Jessy
Nambafu Justine
Angeyango Scovia
Bogere Meshach
Atugonza Joshua
Kayima Huzairu
Bulega Sadam
Naigaga Aisha-Latifah
Sseninde Jean
Nabulobi Mercy
Ssengendo Meddy
Nakambugu Joan
Masembe Daniel Nteyafa
Events
Call for application – 22nd June 2023
Applied 57 and 54 met the criteria
Pre-entry exam 24th July 2023
54 did pre-entry and 40 passed
4 who missed some modules in 1st edition joined for those missed modules to make 44
The FUFA Women Super League will return this Wednesday after a month-long lull.
The League went into a hiatus in mid November to allow the different Women National Teams take part in several engagements.
With the bulk of the national team duties out of way, focus shifts back to the domestic league.
The resumption starts this Wednesday with reigning Champions Kampala Queens FC hosting Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC in a clash of titans.
Over the years, the game continues to evoke different emotions and always delivers long lasting memories.
Significant among the so many previous encounters came last season when Kawempe Muslim stunned Kampala Queens FC in Kabojja, obliterating them with a 5-1 result.
It should be noted that this was the only game that the Queens of Soccer lost en route to clinching the League title.
Wednesday’s clash therefore will not come short of vengeance as Kampala Queens FC hope to get better of their nemesis.
Kampala Queens FC come into this game after appointing a new coach in Charles Ayiekoh Lukula.
Ayiekoh was last week unveiled on a two-year deal to replace Charles Ssenyange Nsanziro who parted ways with the club on mutual consent.
The new coach will therefore hope to have his reign start on a positive note.
Kampala Queens FC have also let go of some players including Margret Kunihira and Grace Aluka who formerly played for Kawempe Muslim but has since crossed boarder to Tanzania’s Caesaae Queens FC.
The trio of Samalie Nakacwa, Shakirah Nyinagahirwa and Hadijah Nandago who were on loan at Kampala Queens from Kawempe Muslim have since returned to their parent club following the end of their loan deal in December.
Coach Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi wil hope that the return of the aforementioned three will help in mounting a title challenge as the season wears on.
Both teams come into Wednesday’s game unbeaten with Kampala Queens FC top of the table on 10 points from 4 games while Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC occupy third spot on 7 points from three games.
After a two-weeks’ hiatus, 25 coaches mainly those serving Women Football reported back on Monday for the second phase of their CAF B Diploma Coaching Course at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
The course started on 27th November 2023 but the coaches were sent back to their respective clubs for an internship study.
The coaches will now enter stage two of the course that puts emphasis on media and communication especially with players.
They will also learn about game plan and game analysis during practical and theory sessions.
Furthermore, the coaches will receive training on giving players time and freedom to make their own decisions on the pitch before breaking off again on Friday.
The course is being run under the tutorship of CAF instructors Livingstone Kyambadde and Jackson Nyiima.
“The coaches are back for the CAF B programme.They had broken off for some days but they’re now back from the internship and we believe the second phase is equally important in equipping them with more knowledg.” Instructor Kyambadde said.
FUFA has confirmed a list of Ugandan referees approved to receive FIFA badges for the calendar year 2024
The list submitted by FUFA after a resolution by the FUFA Executive to FIFA has been released today with 24 names including Centre Referees and Assistant Referees.
Futsal maintains two slots from this year just like Beach Soccer that will remain with four referees they had in 2023.
The new entrants are Immaculate Ongiera, Ashiraf Katerega and Brianson Musisi who are assistant referees.
Here is a complete list of the 24 Ugandan FIFA Certified Referees 2023;
Male Centre Referees:
Ali Sabila Chelangat, Mashood Ssali, William Oloya, Lucky Razaake Kasalirwe and George Olemu
Male Assistant Referees: Ronald Katenya,Hakim Mulindwa, Emmanuel Okudra, Timothy Gumisiriza Karusigarira, Brianson Musisi, Ashiraf Katerega
Futsal Referees:Brian Emmy Nsubuga, Isaac Sengendo
Beach Soccer: Ivan Kintu Bayige, Muhammad Ssenteza, Kennedy Kawagga Bazirio and Joel Chote Munyendoh.
Female Centre Referees: Shamirah Nabadda, Habiba Naigaga and Diana Murungi
Female Assistant Referees: Lydia Nantabo Wanyama, Jane Mutonyi, Elizabeth Nassolo, Immaculate Ongiera
Uganda had a perfect expedition at the CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers of the CAF African Schools Championships, bagging top prize in both the boys and girls categories.
St. Mary’s Boarding SS Kitende and Kawempe Muslim SS emerged Winners in the Boys and Girls category respectively on Wednesday at Kasarani Stadium in Nairobi, Kenya.
In the girls final Uganda defeated hosts Kenya 2-1. Lindey Weey Atieno gave Kenya an early lead, scoring inside the first minute.
Kawempe however made a comeback and leveled matters to make it 1-1 through Shadia Nabirye at the interval. Shaluwah Butini scored Uganda’s second goal to ensure the team booked a slot at the CAF African Schools Football Championship Continental Finals to be played in April next year.
In the Boys final, Uganda’s Kitende saw off Tanzania 4-2 in a match decided in penalty shootouts after a 1-1 draw in normal time.
In the individual accolades, Simon Wanyama won the top scorer’s Award for boys while Achraf Kyakuwa was the best player.
Kawempe’s Shadia Nabirye and Huda Ayikeru emerged top scorer and best goalkeeper respectively. The two teams on top of qualifying for the final tournament will receive $100,000 from CAF.
FUFA 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha who also serves as the President of FEASSA attended the Awards ceremony.
The Zonal qualifiers for CECAFA attracted six teams in the boys’ category and five in the girls’ category.
Newly appointed Crested Cranes Head Coach Sheryl Ulanda Botes began her reign with a draw against Morocco in a friendly game played on Friday at Pere Jego Stadium.
Botes who was appointed last month had her first test against the Atlas Lionesses of Morocco and the game ended in a one-all draw.
Captain Fauzia Najjemba fired Uganda into the lead in the 8th minute converting from the spot.
Goalkeeper Daisy Nakaziro denied Moroccan captain Ghizlane Chebbak, saving her effort from the penalty kick as Uganda led 1-0 at halftime.
In the second half, the hosts got the equalizer through Nahla Elodie Nakkach in the 64th minute.
The two teams will face off again in another international friendly on Tuesday next week.
Uganda’s Starting XI Daisy Nakaziro, Shakirah Nankwanga, Sumaya Komuntale, Bridget Nabisaalu, Shadia Nankya, Joan Nabirye, Phiona Nabbumba, Catherine Nagadya, Joan Ainembabazi (Lillian Kasuubo), Fauzia Najjemba (Zaina Nandede), Viola Nambi
FUFA Chief Executive Officer Edgar Watson and Finance Director Julian Namuganga have completed a four-day FIFA Financial Governance Workshop in Kigali Rwanda that ended on Thursday 30th November 2023.
FUFA and 13 other Member Associations were taken through the newly created Financial Governance Guide as a framework for executing guidelines and ensure the FIFA funds are spent on intended projects for the reason funds are requisitioned and approved.
The workshop was attended by General Secretaries and Finance Directors from 14 CAF member associations and aimed at further developing their capacity in financial governance and management.
The FUFA CEO is delighted about the opportunity to attend the workshop.
‘We have learnt a lot from the workshop. It is a requirement for us and others to spend the funds properly. Such workshops give us the opportunity to learn new trends and also share our successful stories and hear from other Member Associations. In the end, we pick a leaf for further improvement in handling financial operations at FUFA’ said Edgar Watson.
FIFA has placed the focus on football development in the last seven years, reinvesting the lion’s share of its revenues to grow and develop the game around the world. Since 2016, more than 1,600 projects, representing a total investment of USD 2.8 billion, have been completed in member associations, confederations and zonal/regional associations through the FIFA Forward Development programme. The projects have included national technical centres, youth academies, stadium renovation and the organisation of competitions.
“The newly created Financial Governance Guide is a key instrument to support member associations to improve on different topics where weaknesses were highlighted in previous central audit reviews,” explained Christoph Suppiger, FIFA Head of MA Finance Services. “The Financial Governance Guide contains templates on different topics that the member associations can adapt for their own use and implementation.”
FUFA Finance Director Julian Namuganga believes that the timing of the workshop was perfect.
‘The workshop highlighted general FIFA central review findings and guided the MAs in attendance on how to achieve 100% audit rating. We learnt on how to execute and implement a robust procurement system to achieve value for money’
Gelson Fernandes, FIFA Director Member Associations Africa, added: “Good Financial governance is key for the development of football. Our job is to follow and develop our member associations, and capacity building is one of our pillars. As well as having a close and open working relationship, they can also exchange knowledge among themselves with best practice cases.”
The amount spent has far outstripped FIFA’s increase in revenues in the same period, illustrating the importance of spending every penny wisely, and in the current four-year cycle, FIFA Forward 3.0 will see a 30% increase in the amount made available to member associations and confederations. To help ensure the funds go where they are intended and that member associations get the best value for money, FIFA regularly holds Financial Governance Workshops around the world.
Transformation FUFA Finance Department since 2013
From a volunteering part time Vice President-Finance to a fully-fledged Finance Department, results were bound to be registered. The professionals recruited have helped to record, analyse, advise management and the Executive, forecast and report on the increasing Financial transactions.
• The FUFA Finance Department has five full time professional staff; three holding ACCA/CPA Certification.
• Change of the Financial year from 30th June to January to allow proper and timely auditing
• FUFA now aligns its Financial Year to end from 30th June to 31st December to align with the FIFA Financial Year an enable proper and timely reporting and auditing.
• Growth of Annual turn-over from 4bn shillings to 41 shillings in 2023
• Computerisation of the financial systems integrated through the SunSystems accounting software
• Efficient management system has also resulted into better performance by other functions of FUFA.
• Improved financial reporting processes coupled with period reports to the top Management and Executive
• FUFA undergoes various levels of auditing for the funds received from Government, CAF, FIFA, Sponsors and its partners. This has led to proper financial reporting and accounting.
• Budget discipline is paramount at FUFA to ensure funds are utilised according to plan.
• Since 2018, a compensation framework was passed by the Executive which entails the financial rights and privileges, for the persons and bodies working for FUFA.
• Cost sharing schemes were introduced for training to support many football people, as possible to improve on knowledge and skills.
• The Zero cash policy is mandatory at FUFA and this has bene on since 2016 when FUFA introduced payment through banks for its staff, suppliers, players, delegates, national team coaches, Executive etc
• In 2013, there we outstanding dues for NSSF, PAYE, referees, taxes, ground rate fees, creditors for foods and services. Now, FUFA pays promptly its statutory and regulatory obligations.
• FUFA is also classified by Uganda revenue Authority as a Large tax payer making significant tax contributions under VAT, PAYE and Withholding Tax.
• In 2013, FUFA had not been registered as a VAT Collection entity.
• FUFA has a registered and operational SACCO which averages a monthly collection of 25 million Uganda shillings with a membership of 120 persons and still growing. It currently has made collections worth 1bn Uganda Shillings.
The workshop for Women Football coaches successfully came to a climax on Thursday at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.
The workshop began on Tuesday, 28th November with 38 coaches from the FUFA Women Super League, FUFA Women Elite League and Regional Leagues taking part.
During the three days in Njeru, coaches were exposed to a range of in and post training tasks as they went through practical session coaching and coach observation, among others.
Sharon Kizza, one of the participants, said that the training enriched them with alot of knowledge and skills.
“We thank FUFA and FIFA for coming together to organize for us this wonderful course,” she said.
“Surely the organization was good and everything was on point. We have really got the knowledge and sincerely we have not remained the same. We are ready to go back and implement the knowledge and skills we have aquired at our teams to develop the game of women’s football.” She said.
The closing ceremony of the workshop was held in the presence of FUFA delegate Zaitun Mutesi from Eastern region and course facilitator Anouschka Bernard from Germany.
Wednesday, 29th November 2023 will for long remain in memories of many people that serve football in different capacities.
The Women in Football Bonanza came into reality on Wednesday in a glamorous event held at Sheraton Hotel, Kampala.
The first of its kind, the Bonanza was aimed at recollecting memories for the gallant men and women that have made contribution towards women’s football in Uganda.
Carrying the theme ‘Football a vehicle for National Development and Unity,’ the event was also used as a platform to create new avenues on how women in the game can be empowered to do more.
The event was graced by FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim, First FUFA Vice President Justus Mugisha, Third FUFA Vice President Hon. Nakiwala Kiyingi who was also the chairperson of the organising committe for the Bonanza and FUFA Executive Committee Members.
Goshime Meskerem, the Head of Women’s Football at CAF also attended the event.
Dr. Aisha Ruth Biyinzika Kasolo, the Project Director at Private Sector Foundation was the Guest of Honour.
The other notable personalities included Hon. Asuman Basalirwa, Member of Parliament for Bugiri Municipality, Margret Kubingi, the Chairperson of the Uganda Women Football Association and Owek. Florence Bagunywa Nkalabo among others.
The Bonanza started with topical discussions with different personalities sharing views on specific topics.
The first panel hosted by Hon. Nakiwala focused on Football the Sport and made recommendations on how women can improve in areas of playing, refereeing, coaching and administration among others.
The panelists included FIFA Female referee Shamirah Nabadda, Crested Cranes midfielder Shamirah Nalugya, CAF Coaches’ Instructor Majidah Nantanda and KCCA FC CEO Anisha Muhoozi.
The second panel dwelled on governance of the sport with the discussion hinged around capacity building, ownership and administration of clubs/teams.
Hosted by CAF and FIFA Referees Instructor Catherine Adipo, the panel had former Crested Cranes defender Jean Sseninde, She Corporate FC Chairman Richard Kawere, FUFA Club Licensing Manager Sheila Nakagwa and Kampala Queens FC team Doctor Ronald Mutebi.
The last panel discussed the business side of the game and the panelists included Finance Trust Bank Managing Director Ann Nakawunde Mulindwa, Julius Mugisa, Chairman Lady Doves FC, Helen Nakimuli, the Woman Member of Parliament for Kalangala District, Roy Ronald Tumwizere the Brand Manager Guinness- Uganda hosted by FUFA Executive Committee Member and Head of Marketing & Communications Committee Rogers Byamukama.
FUFA President Hon. Magogo was delighted for the strides women’s football has made over the years.
“I am proud that we have reached this far. The start was never easy but to see that men and women who have served football are celebrated at special events like this one gives me satisfaction. As FUFA, we have been deliberate about Women in Football, including increasing their numbers in the FUFA Assembly, employing them at FUFA and empowering the women football leagues & national teams among other programmes.” He said.
Meskerem from CAF lauded FUFA for giving women a platform to show their adeptness, encouraged more women to get into the game despite the challenges and called for increased funding towards women in football.
“I appreciate FUFA for inviting me here as we celebrate Women in Football. I’m extremely over joyed with what I have seen here in Uganda.” She started.
“Working in football poses challenges, but I have never backed down, recognizing that giving up would deny the next generation a chance to shine. I urge the sponsors to please invest and give attention to women football because the returns are alway immense.” Meskerem added.
Dr. Aisha Kasolo who was the Guest of Honour called upon women to work hard and remain focused despite working in a male dominated industry.
“Engaging in this game doesn’t diminish your identity as a woman. We must mentor these women to aspire beyond boundaries, excelling not only in Uganda but globally. Success as a woman requires courage; to overcome barriers, you must surpass expectations set for men.”
She promised to provide 150M to FUFA to support Women in Football activities.
Hon. Nakiwala who was the brain behind the event indicated this was the start of better things to come in the near future.
“I’m delighted that we have been able to pull off a well organized event. The success of this Bonanza will only be a spark for more activities and opportunities for women who are serving in football.” She said.
Several personalities were awarded on the night for their contribution to the game.
These included; Paul Ssali, Annet Nakimbugwe, Rebecca Namyalo (RIP), Betty Mayanja, Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi, Chris Kalibbala, Catherine Adipo and Kawempe Muslim SS.
The night climaxed with music from Azawi and the Black Roots Band as many people danced the night away.
Uganda Breweries Limited through their brand Guiness and Finance Trust Bank bankrolled the event with a contribution of 110M and 100M respectively.
In the bid to continue improving women’s football in Uganda, FUFA and FIFA have organized a women football coaches’ workshop and it commenced on Tuesday at FUFA Technical Centre in Njeru.
The three-day training has attracted total of thirty seven (37) coaches – coming from the FUFA Women Super League, FUFA Women Elite League and Regional Leagues.
FIFA Coaches’ Instructor Anouschka Bernard from Germany is overseeing the workshop that is scheduled to end on Thursday 30th November 2023.
The opening ceremony was presided over by FUFA executive Committee Member Agnes Mugena.
The Head of women’s football at the Confederation of African football (CAF) Meskerem Tadesse Goshime has arrived in Uganda ahead of the inaugural Women in Football Bonanza to be held on Wednesday 29th November 2023 at Sheraton Hotel, Kampala.
Meskerem will be a special guest at the event and a topic has been set aside for her to make a presentation.
She will handle a topic named: Strategies for increasing participation and support for women’s football.
Meskerem is a resourceful sports manager with the expertise of working in different aspects of women football management and sports event organisation.
The Chairperson of the organising Committee of the Women in Football Bonanza FUFA 3rd Vice President Hon. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi confirmed the arrival of Meskerem.
‘We are glad to welcome a special guest to the event and we believe she will add a lot of value to what we want to achieve on the day and in the long term. She has vast knowledge about women’s football in the region and the continent’ noted Hon. Nakiwala.
The FUFA Vice President also confirmed that the programmeis going according to plan with full support from the federation, sponsors Guiness and Finance Trust Bank.
She also confirmed that the invitations have been sent out to the guests and stakeholders with attachment to women football in Uganda.
‘The guest list will include people serving in women football, supporting the game and those investing in it. We have a guest list of 250 people’
The Women in football Bonanza that will start at 3pm is organized under the theme ‘Football A vehicle for National Development and Unity’
