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  • FUFA President Magogo: On the Proposed National Sports Bill

    FUFA President Magogo: On the Proposed National Sports Bill

    Dear fellow countrymen,

    It is an honour and privilege for me to be spearheading the process of creating a modern-day sports law in Uganda.

    Sport over the years has transformed from being a mere recreational and social activity to a socio-economic transformation game changer.

    President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni showing his football skills during a visit to State House by the Uganda U-17 team football team

    In addition to the inherent health and social values of sport, modern sport has become a;

    1. Major employer of youths (educated and uneducated)
    2. Tax revenue base
    3. Huge advertising platform for countries and brands
    4. Forex earner
    5. Mobilization tool for communities
    6. Tourist activity
    7. Patriotic and unifier activity for countries
    Yassin Nasser flying his car before he won the Trac Africa Rally Championship in South Africa to settle for 2nd place on the Continent (2021 Africa Rally Championship) overall last weekend. Uganda is endowed with massive talent. Rally Competitions in Uganda have attracted massive turn ups for both local and international events. Such events promote the image of the Country.
    A section of Acholi Province fans at the Pece War Memorial Stadium in Gulu during the 2019 FUFA Drum semi-finals against Bugisu. Sport is an efficient fans mobilization venture
    Ronald Otile in action: Uganda Golf Union organises competitions that attract local and international participants. Such competitions tell good and different stories about Uganda’s image
    Athletics has delivered at International level with great medals at the World Championships, Olympic Games and Commonwealth Games.

    Currently the International Sports economy is over 600bn USD rated ahead of the aviation industry and Uganda is not partaking yet we have demonstrated that we are abundantly endowed with raw untapped sporting talent.

    Rugby has made strides in Uganda right from schools, through clubs and with national teams at International level.

    The Challenges

    The Uganda Sports Subsector has previously been regulated by a law that was enacted in 1964 thus “The National Council of Sports Act, Cap. 48”. This law has since become obsolete and cannot regulate Modern-day Sport.

    Many commonwealth countries that had a similar sports law have since enacted new laws.

    The Parliamentarians recently hosted the Common Wealth Baton

    The limitations caused by the lack of the proper legal regime has not helped to harness the potential of Uganda Sports Resource into a productive industry.

    Cricket Cranes- Uganda National Team has posted excellent results on the international scene

    The Justification:

    The 1995 Constitution of the Republic of Uganda (Amended) requires the state to promote recreation and sports for the citizens of Uganda as stated in the National Objectives and Directive Principles of State Policy (XVII).

    Furthermore, Uganda is a member of the United Nations and the African Union where resolutions have been passed declaring;

    1. Sport as a means to promote health, education, development and peace
    2. The independence of Sport and the Olympic Charter
    3. Sport as an enabler for socio-economic transformation of societies
    Boxing gives budding talent an opportunity to practice before entering the ring for competitive action. The sport has raised Uganda’s flag high at international events.
    FUFA President and Budiope East MP Hon. Magogo Moses Hashim, MP Budiope East sought leave to move a sports motion on 30th November 2021

    The African Union recognizes Sport as an element of culture and a major contributor in human development and strengthening national cohesion and rapprochement of people.

    In order to;

    1. Fulfill the constitutional obligation of the government to the citizens
    2. Implement the international organizations’ resolutions,
    3. Unlock the sleeping potential of Ugandan Sports to the world
    4. Provide socio-economic opportunities to the youths
    FUFA President Eng. Moses Magogo interacts with fans after a national team game in Abu Dhabi. Football has unlocked the sleeping potential of Ugandan Sports to the world
    Basketball is played in Uganda across all levels. Tapping talent needs massive funding and good infrastructure

    The state has three (3) major roles to play thus;

    1. Funding the identification, development, preparation, presentation and rewarding of sports teams and athletes representing Uganda in international sports competitions.
    • Provision of the prerequisite sporting infrastructure
    • Legislation of modern laws and policies to support sports activities and persons
    Uganda National U-20 Team (Hippos) that scooped silver in the AFCON U-20 championship in Mauritania. The Hippos gallantly represented the country
    Team Uganda’s Joan Nabuto dives for the ball during the game against Egypt at White Sand beach in Entebbe

    In order to provide the resources for activities and of infrastructure and for funding, it is imperative to have the prerequisite regulatory framework

    It is the constitutional obligation of the Parliament of Uganda to make laws that create an environment for achieving these objectives.

    Excited Karamoja fans share a light moment during the FUFA Drum (Inter-provinces) tournament. Sport has the might to unify all the people across the varying cultures. This can also be used a tourism venture

    Objectives of the Bill

    The National Sports Bill is also intended to address the challenges that are holding back the potential of Ugandan Sport in the world domain and harness the opportunities available

    The objectives of this National Sports Bill include;

    1. To recognise, register and incorporate of the National Sports Organisations and Community Sports Clubs
    • To solidify the governance, management, development, promotion and protection of amateur, recreational and professional sports
    • To codify the obligations of the State under international sports governing statutes
    • To among other vices, prevent match fixing, corruption, illegal manipulation and illegal betting in sports. The sports organisations have no resources, expertise and tools to investigate and bring to book such sophisticated offenders
    • To encourage and promote drug-free sports;
    The National Sports Bill is to encourage and promote drug-free sports
    • To protect the commercial rights emanating from sports events and competitions. The beneficiaries (player and sports bodies) of these rights are not protected as individuals benefit in the trade
    • To provide a national sport dispute resolution and arbitration mechanism allowable by international sports governing statutes
    • To provide, maintain and protect sports infrastructure for national and international sports competitions
    • To install free, fair and transparent system of rewarding National Associations, Teams and individual persons for international sports excellence
    1. To provide for related matters.
    Uganda Cranes left back Isaac Muleme, currently based in Czech Republic is among the professionals who live and earn off the sport

    Why now?

    It is a unanimous call by the public to create a modern-day sports law and at the beginning of the 10th Parliament, the Physical Activity and Sports (PAS) Bill was one of the listed intended laws to be enacted and 5 years later the law has not been enacted

    There has been the explanation given of the lack of the Sports Policy onto which to base to draft the bill but this was overtaken by events when on the 25th September 2013, Cabinet resolved as indicated in minute 333 (CT 2013) that the Physical and Sports Activity Bill be presented to parliament for consideration with stipulated principles.

    The Private Members’ Bill is intended to be presented within the same principles as resolved by cabinet.

    FUFA President Eng.Moses Magogo Hassim

    Way Forward:

    The National Sports Bill is intended to be presented to Parliament for consideration as an action to:

    1. Repeal “The 1964 National Council of Sports Act, Cap. 48”
    • Replace it with “The 2022 National Sports Act” once the bill is assented to into law.

    This is going to be a long process but the first step has been taken when the Parliament of Uganda granted me leave of the house to introduce a private member’s bill entitled “the national sports bill”. Next shall be the first, second and third reading of the Bill.

    Along the way, there shall be obtaining the certificate of financial implications, engagement with the committee of Parliament on Education & Sports and there will be bench-marking and wide consultations with the various stakeholders and the general public in the formulation of this law.

    It is only until HE the President assents to the bill that the proposed National Sports Law will come into force.

    My assurance to the sports fraternity and general public is that it is a huge task but one I am passionate to undertake.

    While undertaking this task, I will evoke my experience as a multidiscipline athlete, vastly experienced international sports administrator and a FIFA Trained Football management and administration instructor.

    In my opinion, it is the right moment and the opportunity is now when I also serve as a Member of Parliament entitled to raise a Private Member’ Bill.

    This is a generation call that we must all support.

    Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim

    President of the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA)

    Member of the Confederation of African Football (CAF)Executive Committee

    Member of Parliament-Budiope East

  • Uganda U-20 Women team garner momentum in practice matches

    Uganda U-20 Women team garner momentum in practice matches

    Practice Matches:

    Uganda U-20 5-0 UCU Lady Cardinals

    Uganda U-20 2-1 Uganda Martyrs High School, Lubaga

    Uganda U-20 1-2 She Corporate

    Uganda U-20 1-3 Msingi Soccer Academy

    The Uganda U20 Women’s National Team comprehensively defeated FUFA women Super league club UCU Lady Cardinals 5-0 during the latest practice match at the UCU play ground – Mukono.

    Juliet Nalukenge who had joined camp on Friday at the Cranes Paradise Hotel – Kisaasi netted a brace.

    Juliet Nalukenge

    Fauzia Najjemba added the other brace before Shakira Nyanagahirwa capped the icing on the cake.

    This was the fourth practice match for the team meant to fine tune them before facing South Africa.

    Hardworking midfielder Hadijah Nandago (middle) in action against UCU Lady Cardinals
    Winger Lillian Mutuuzo troubled the UCU Lady Cardinals backline at all times

    The first practice match was played on Tuesday (She Corporate won 2-1 at Lugogo), Msingi Soccer Academy won 31 before the Uganda U-20 women team edged the Uganda Martyr’s High School, Lubaga 2-1 at Lubaga.

    Head coach Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi is impressed by the steady-fast progress of the individual players and the team in general over the different training sessions and practice games.

    Fitness trainer Arthur Kyesimira and Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi share some ideas
    Ayub Khalifa Kiyingo with Mubarak Kiberu, the goalkeeping coach

    ‘We have had good progress over time in training sessions which have been decimated by friendly matches. The players keep learning and improving day after day’ Kiyingi revealed.

    U-20 women team
    Fauzia Najjemba in action

    ‘As we players, we are prepared to face South Africa, a team that we once played in the COSAFA U-17 championship. We are working hard to win the game’ Nalukenge vowed.

    Training resumes on Monday, 29th November 2021 as the days clock closer to the first leg at St Mary’s Stadium, Kitend on 3rd December.

  • Uganda U-20 women team intensify preparations, Mutuuzo joins camp

    Uganda U-20 women team intensify preparations, Mutuuzo joins camp

    FIFA U-20 Women World Cup Qualifiers:

    1st Leg: Uganda Vs South Africa (Friday, 3rd December 2021)

    2nd Leg: South Africa Vs Uganda (16th – 17th December 2021)

    The Uganda U-20 Women’s National Team has stepped up preparations their ahead of the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Qualification matches against South Africa.

    The team has been also boosted by the timely arrival of teenager Lillian Mutuuzo in camp at Cranes Paradise Hotel in Kisaasi, taking the number of players to 28.

    Mutuuzo, a player at Kampala Queens Women Football Club is delighted having joined the rest of the teammates.

    ‘I am so happy to have joined the rest of the U-20 teammates. I look forward working hard in training sessions and all the practice matches as we look forward the match against South Africa. Also, I will listen attentively to the coaches’ Mutuuzo revealed.

    Lillian Mutuuzo in action
    Uganda U-20 women team players pray

    Uganda will face South Africa in a two legged contest with the first leg slated for December 3rd at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende.

    The return leg shall be played between 16th to 17th December in South Africa.

    The same team used the CECAFA Women’s U-20 Championship as a precursor for the up-coming matches under the stewardship of the head coach Ayub Khalifah Kiyingi.

    Ayub Khalifan Kiyingi (left) watches over the training

    They have also played a series of build up matches against She Corporate Women Football Club and MSINGI soccer Academy.

    Kiyingi is contented with the performance of the players in all the training sessions thus far.

    ‘It is so far so good. The performances have been superb.with some impressive results although we lost, I was comfortable with the way the players expressed themselves’ he stated.

    Asia Nakibuuka (left) and Bbira Nadunga
    Uganda U-20 Women team

    Meanwhile, the team resumes training on Friday, 26th November 2021.

  • Final three nominees in Airtel FUFA Male Player of the year category

    Final three nominees in Airtel FUFA Male Player of the year category

    With just ten days to the coveted Airtel FUFA Awards gala, the final shortlist for the Male Player of the year category has been released by the organizing committee.

    The list includes Vipers SC duo of Bobosi Byaruhanga and Abdul Aziizi Kayondo plus Express FC talisman Erick Kenzo Kambale.

    The Awards gala will be held on Saturday, 4th December 2021 at Speke Resort Munyonyo with winners in the Male and Female categories driving away in brand new cars.

    Abdu Aziizi Kayondo (Vipers SC)

    He was part of the Uganda U20 team that reached the finals of the 2020 U20 AFCON in Mauritania.

    Kayondo was named in the best XI of the tournament.

    He was promoted to the U23 National Team and played at the CECAFA U23 Challenge Cup in Ethiopia.

    The left back also featured for Uganda at CHAN in Cameroon.

    This year, Kayondo made his debut for the Senior Team (Uganda Cranes) against Rwanda at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende.

    Bobosi Byaruhanga (Vipers SC)

    Part of the Uganda U20 team that reached the finals of AFCON U20 in Mauritius.

    Made his debut with the Uganda Cranes this year, in the friendly game against South Africa

    He featured in all the 2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifier matches for Uganda. Only him and Dennis Iguma started every game.

    Helped Vipers SC to win the Stanbic Uganda Cup, scoring two goals in the season.

    He was named the best midfielder of the 2020/21 Stanbic Uganda Cup season.

    Bobosi was named the MVP of the inaugural Startimes Uganda Premier League All Star game.

    Erick Kenzo Kambale (Express FC)

    Scored 15 goals last season in the League, just one behind eventual top scorer Yunus Ssentamu.

    Kambale played a key role as Express FC went ahead to win the StarTimes Uganda Premier League this year, the first for the club in 9 years.

    Express FC represented Uganda in this year’s CAF Champions League. Despite getting eliminated at the preliminary stage, Kambale got a goal to his name.

    He was instrumental as Express won their first CECAFA Kagame Club Cup scoring two goals.

    Helped Express FC to reach the semifinals of the Stanbic Uganda Cup before getting eliminated by BUL FC.

  • Uganda U-20 Women team pick positives from build up against She Corporate

    Uganda U-20 Women team pick positives from build up against She Corporate

    Friendly Match: Uganda U-20 Women National Team 1-2 She Corporate WFC

    The Uganda U-20 Women national team lost 2-1 to She Corporate Women Football Club during a practice match played at Lugogo in Kampala on Tuesday, 23rd November 2021.

    Sumaya Komuntale gave the national junior side the lead on 42 minutes for the half time lead.

    Favour Nambatya and Phiona Nabumba replied for She Corporate in the 50th and 80th minutes respectively.

    Ayub Khalifan Kiyingi, head coach for the Uganda U-20 women team used two different teams per half to guage the level of readiness; fitness wise and tactically for all the players in camp at the Cranes Paradise Hotel in Kisaasi.

    Action between She Corporate (white) and Uganda U-20 Women team
    Uganda U-20 player Zaina Nandede in action against She Corporate at Lugogo during the practice match

    Kiyingi was impressed by the right trend of improvement from many of the players but openly expressed the desire to better the performance.

    ‘It was a great game of character’ he noted after the practice match played under sunny conditions.

    ‘The first half was excellent and we led 1-0. I changed the entire team to test the other players. Unfortunately, we lost. We shall improve upon the grey areas urgently’ Kiyingi added.

    Meanwhile, the team resumes training on Wednesday afternoon at Lugogo (3 PM).

    Another build up (team yet to be revealed) will be played on Thursday, 25th November 2021.

    Uganda U-20 Women Team that started against She Corporate
    She Corporate XI Vs Uganda U-20 Women Team
  • Final three nominees in the 2021 Airtel FUFA Female Player of the year category

    Final three nominees in the 2021 Airtel FUFA Female Player of the year category

    The shortlist of players that will contend for this year’s Airtel-FUFA Awards both in the Male and Female category will be released this year.

    First, the top three nominees in the Female Player of the year category have been released on Monday with the final list for the Male category to be named on Wednesday.

    Here is the final list of the three nominees in the category of the Airtel FUFA Female Player of the year (2021).

    Fauzia Najjemba (Kampala Queens)

    Scored three goals in as many games for Kampala Queens in the League.

    Named captain of the Uganda U20 Women’s National Team this year.

    As captain, Najjemba led the team to victory over Kenya with a 10-3 aggregate score in the second round of the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers.

    She scored and assisted in the away game against Kenya that won 7-3.

    Scored a goal as Crested Cranes defeated Ethiopia 2-0 in the first leg (of the second round) of the Africa Women Cup of Nations Qualifiers.

    Uganda went on to eliminate Ethiopia 2-1 on penalties with Najjemba scoring one of the penalties.

    Top scorer at CECAFA Women’s U20 Championship, scoring 11 goals in 5 games.

    Daisy Nakaziro (Lady Doves FC)

    Captained Lady Doves to winning the FUFA Women Super League.

    Was named the best Goalkeeper of the 2020/21 Season.

    Captained Lady Doves to third place at the inaugural CECAFA CAF Women’s Champions League Qualifiers.

    She was also named the best Goalkeeper in the same tournament.

    Fazila Ikwaput (Lady Doves)

    Top scorer and MVP as Lady Doves won the FUFA Women Super League.

    Came off the bench to score the winning goal in the final against UCU Lady Cardinals to help Lady Doves win their first league title.

    Scored 5 goals at the CECAFA CAF Women’s Champions League Qualifiers.

  • Parliamentary Budget Committee pays courtesy visit to FUFA Headquarters

    Parliamentary Budget Committee pays courtesy visit to FUFA Headquarters

    The Budget Committee for the Parliament of the Republic of Uganda on Friday paid a visit to the FUFA Complex in Mengo, Kampala.

    The courtesy visit was aimed at learning more about the activities of the Football governing body in Uganda and how the game of football is administered and governed.

    Members of the Parliamentary Budget Committee listening to FUFA President Hon. Moses Magogo Hassim during his presentation.

    FUFA President, Hon. Moses Magogo Hassim took the Budget Committee through a series of activities, including a presentation on FUFA and it’s development programmes.

    “We think that Parliament is an important player in our activities. Understanding FUFA is very crucial because very many times people don’t know who we are,” the President indicated.

    FUFA President, Hon. Moses Magogo Hassim during his presentation to the Budget Committee.

    “Many people at times define us by the Uganda Cranes but FUFA runs 9 National Teams and different domestic Competitions. We are private in nature, comprised of 34 Members, spread across the country.”

    FUFA Staff attending the function between FUFA and the Budget Committee

    The President then expressed the challenges that the football industry faces and why Government must offer support in averting them.

    FUFA President, Hon. Moses Magogo Hassim.

    “Football has moved from just being a sport but rather a business. Therefore, we not only fall under the sports industry but cut across other sectors such as health, tourism and investment among others. Challenges such as the sports law, funding, infrastructure and policies need the hand of government.” He explained.

    He also stated that FUFA contributes to the National Treasury through paying taxes and thus more investment into football would widen the country’s tax base.

    “Recently, URA listed FUFA a big tax payer. We pay over one billion shillings in taxes annually. So more investment into this sector would generate more revenue to the Government.”

    The Committee was then taken on a guided tour of the FUFA Premises, including offices and 102.1 FUFA fm Studios. They later also had a tour of the Kadiba Training Facility in Mengo that is still under construction.

    FUFA President and Members of the Parliamentary Budget Committee in FUFA fm Studios.
    Hon. Geoffrey Ekanya speaking live on 102.1 FUFA fm.
    Members of the Budget Committee inspecting Kadiba Training Facility.

    FUFA 1st Vice President, Justus Mugisha who is also the head of projects and infrastructure at the Federation believes the visit by the Budget Committee means a lot in taking the game closer to Parliament and Government in general.

    FUFA 1st Vice President Justus Mugisha talking to the Media.

    “This is a great opportunity for football to get to places where decisions are made. And we are blessed that the Committee Chairman and FUFA President sit on the Budget Committee of Parliament.”

    Hon. Patrick Isiagi Opolot, the Budget Committee Chairman who is also a Member of Parliament for Kachumbala Constituency lauded FUFA for the strides made towards growth of football in the country.

    Hon. Patrick Isiagi Opolot, Chairman Budget Committee at Parliament of Uganda.

    “I must confess that football has developed and made strides under the leadership of Hon. Moses Magogo. The fruits are evident and the success achieved in recent times is not by accident.” said Isiagi who served as the FUFA treasurer in the early 2000s.

    He also thanked FUFA for taking the initiative to put up different projects, especially the Kadiba Training facility.

    Hon. Patrick Isiagi Opolot speaking to the media after touring Kadiba Training facility.

    “I’m very excited to find that FUFA through FIFA funding is in the process of developing a stadium. There is no way sports can develop without infrastructure and with such projects, the future is definitely bright. We shall also make efforts to push government to embrace this good cause and maybe have the such facilities across the country.”

    Hon. Michael Lulume Bayigga, a member on the committee was impressed with how FUFA runs its activities and promised to advocate for more support through Parliament.

    Dr. Michael Lulume Bayigga, a member of the Budget Committee.

    “Today’s visit to FUFA has been an eye opener for most of us. We have come to learn that football is a big investment area and if supported well could be of value to the country. Therefore, as a Committee we shall go back to Parliament and make a case for football and Sports in general to have more attention in areas of funding and infrastructure.”

    Such visits are deliberate efforts that FUFA makes to reach out to both external and internal stakeholders of the game of football.

    Budget Committee members and FUFA President at the roof top of the refurbished Football House.
    Hon. Brenda Namukuta
    Hon. Wilfred Nuwagaba

    Budget Committee Members that visited FUFA

    Hon. Patrick Isiagi Opolot – Chairman
    Hon. James Kaberuka Ruugi – Kinkizi West
    Hon. Pascal Mbabazi – Buwekula
    Prof. Elijah Mushemeza – Mawoggola North
    Hon. Gyaviira Ssemwanga- Buyamba County
    Hon. Paul Omara – Otuke County
    Hon. Maxwell Patrick Akora – Maruzi
    Hon. Amos Kankunda – Rwampara
    Hon. Wilfred Nuwagaba – Ndorwa West
    Hon.Moses Aleper – Chekwi
    Hon. Donald Katalilwa Byabazaire – Mwenge South
    Hon.Brenda Namukuta – District Woman Representative, Kaliro.
    Hon. Michael Lulume Bayigga – Buikwe South
    Hon.Dennis Nyangweso – MP Samia Bugwe Central
    Hon. Geoffrey Ekanya – Tororo
    Hon. Annet Mugisha Katusiime – District Woman Representative, Bushenyi

  • FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers: Kiyingi summons team to start preparations for South Africa games

    FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers: Kiyingi summons team to start preparations for South Africa games

    Uganda U20 Women’s National Team head coach Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi has summoned a provisional squad of 28 players to communicate preparations for the forthcoming FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Qualifier matches against South Africa due next month.

    Fresh from playing at the CECAFA Women’s U20 Championship, the focus for the Kiyingi coached side will shift to the upcoming games.

    Captain Fauzia Najjemba against Djibouti at the CECAFA Women’s U20 Championship in Njeru.

    The first leg of the third round between Uganda and South Africa will be played on 3rd December at St. Mary’s Stadium, Kitende with the return leg coming two weeks later.

    The coach has maintained players that have been summoned previously with Cyprus based striker Juliet Nalukenge also getting back to the team.

    Juliet Nalukenge in action

    The team will enter residential camp on Friday at Cranes Paradise Hotel in Kisaasi and then begin training on Saturday morning.

    To reach this stage, Uganda eliminated Kenya 10-3 on aggregate.

    U20 Provisional Squad

    Goalkeepers
    Daphine Nyayenga (Lady Doves FC), Joan Namusisi (Kampala Queens FC), Diana Natukunda (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Saida Namwanje (Luweero Giant Queens FC)

    Defenders
    Sumayah Komuntale (Tooro Queens FC), , Grace Aluka (Olila High School FC), Stella Musibika (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Biira Nadunga (Olila High School FC), Samalie Nakacwa (Kawempe Muslim FC), Harima Kanyago (Lady Doves FC), Aisha Nantongo (Kawempe Muslim Ladies), Asia Nakibuuka (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC)

    Midfielders
    Shamirah Nalugya (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Shakirah Nyinagahirwa (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Phiona Nabulime (Devine Soccer Academy), Catherine Nagadya (Uganda Martyrs High School), Margaret Kunihira (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Kevin Nakacwa (Uganda Martyrs High School FC), Zaituni Namaganda (Taggy High School FC), Eva Naggayi (Rines SS WFC)

    Forwards
    Fauzia Najjemba (Kampala Queens), Hadijah Nandago (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC), Juliet Nalukenge (Chrysomolia FC), Joweria Nagadya (Lady Doves FC), Kamuyati Naigaga (Taggy High School), Ronah Regina Nantege (She Corporate FC), Olivia Babirye (Lady Doves FC), Zaina Nandede (Kataka SHE FC),

    Officials
    Head Coach – Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi
    Assistant Coach – Oliver Mbekeka
    Goalkeeping Coach – Mubarak Kiberu
    Team Coordinator – Joan Namusisi
    Team Doctor – Meble Kabatalindwa
    Fitness Trainer – Felix Ayobo
    Equipment Manager – Cissy Nakiguba
    Media Officer – Farid Mpagi

  • Criteria on how to vote in the 2021 Airtel FUFA Awards

    Criteria on how to vote in the 2021 Airtel FUFA Awards

    The sixth edition of the Airtel FUFA Awards will take place on 4th December 2021 at Speke Resort Munyonyo, where winners will be rewarded in different categories.

    Running under the theme, ‘Celebrating Uganda’s Finest Football Personalities,” this year’s edition comes with 13 categories.

    Unlike the previous Awards where voting was done via Short Message Service (SMS), this time, fans will only vote for their favorite players and coaches online.

    The voting exercise is open to 8 categories and these are;

    Airtel FUFA Male Player of the Year

    Bobosi Byaruhanga (Vipers SC)

    Aziizi Kayondo (Vipers SC)

    Erick Kenzo Kambale (Express FC)

    Shafik Kuchi Kagimu (URA FC)

    Yunus Ssentamu (Vipers SC)

    Airtel FUFA Female Player of the year

    Fauzia Najjemba (Kampala Queens FC)

    Magret Kunihira (Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC)

    Daisy Nakaziro (Lady Doves FC)

    Joan Naggayi (She Maroons FC)

    Fazila Ikwaput (Lady Doves FC)

    Fans’ Favorite Ugandan Foreign based player

    Denis Onyango (Mamelodi Sundowns)

    Joan Nabirye c(Vihiga Queens FC)

    Taddeo Lwanga (Simba SC)

    Fahad Bayo (FC Ashdod)

    Airtel FUFA coach of the year

    Morley Byekwaso (U-20 Hippos team)

    Wasswa Bbosa (Express)

    Hussein Mbalangu (Arua Hill SC/Mbarara City FC)

    Airtel FUFA Women Football Coach of the year

    Fred Musiime (Lady Doves)

    Alex Sida (She Maroons)

    Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi (U20 Women National Team)

    Airtel FUFA Beach Soccer player of the year

    Emmanuel Wasswa (St. Lawrence Beach Soccer Club)

    Ambrose Kigozi (Buganda Royal Beach Soccer Club)

    Isma Kawawulo (MUBS Beach Soccer Club)

    Airtel FUFA Member Associations’ Award

    Express FC (Club)

    Uganda Youth Football Association (Special Interest Group)

    Kampala Region Football Association (Regional Football Association)

    Airtel FUFA Futsal Player of the year

    Farouk Tumwesigye (Big Talent)

    Travis Mutyaba (Synergy FC)

    Najib Muwonge (Mengo FC)

    Steps on how to vote

    1- Open the FUFA Website (www.fufa.co.ug)

    2- Click on the Airtel FUFA Awards icon.

    The list of categories and nominees will then display on your screen.

    3- Enter your phone number in the allocated space above the categories.

    4- Click on the player or coach from a particular category. (A red dot will show to confirm your vote).

    5- Scroll down to vote in the rest of the categories.

    6 – After making your selection, click on the word Submit to confirm your entries.

    It should be noted that you can vote several times but only one entry will be allowed per day(24 hrs).

    Online voting contributes to 25% in the final results to determine the winners.

  • Airtel FUFA Awards 2021: More nominees released for six other categories

    Airtel FUFA Awards 2021: More nominees released for six other categories

    The organizing committee of the 2021 Airtel FUFA Awards has released all thirteen nominees and the voting procedure of the 2021 Awards categories. The Committee is headed by FUFA Executive member Rogers Byamukama.

    The latest nominees were revealed during the press conference held at FUFA house in Mengo on Wednesday.

    The categories released included Fans’ favorite foreign-based player of the year, Male and Women Coach of the year, Beach Soccer and Futsal players of the year, Member Association of the year, Member Association of the Year, FUFA Presidential Award, Fair Play Award, Best XI men, Best XI women and Best Squad of a particular year in addition to the Male and Female player of the year nominees who were released earlier.

    L-R Kibo Media Director Bobkins Kibirige, Airtel FUFA Awards Committee Chairman Rogers Byamukama and FUFA Marketing Director Esther Musoke during Wednesday’s press conference in Mengo

    Byamukama stated that last year the awards were not held due to the Covid-19 and disruption of activities.

    ‘We are excited again as we engage a high gear for preparations of our long awaited Airtel FUFA Awards. As we all know because of Covid 19, we were not able to organise last year’s edition and primarily because of very few activities. The awards are about rewarding sporting excellence in a season so it would not make sense to just have them when you have not had actors participate in footballing activities’

    Airtel FUFA Awards Committee Chairman Rogers Byamukama addressing the media before releasing more nominees in six other categories

    This year, we were able to complete the competitions, had International competitions for both male and female, so we thought it’s important to bring back that normalcy.’ Added Byamukama.

    ‘We have always rewarded both the male and female player of the year award winners with brand new cars and even this time the top two athletes will be recognsied. The rest of the winners will receive cash prizes.’

    Byamukama thanked main sponsors Airtel Uganda and all the other partners Eco Bank, Bidco, Pepsi, Nile Special, Nic Holdings, 102.1 FM and Nivana for their support.

    Meanwhile, on Monday next week, the nominees for female player of the year award will be trimmed from five to three whereas the final three for Male player of the year category will be confirmed on Wednesday.

    For starters, the five nominees for the female player of the year category are Lady Doves FC players in Daisy Nakaziro and Fazilah Ikwaput.

    Nominees- Airtel FUFA female player of the year 2021

    The other three are; Joan Naggayi (She Maroons), Fauzia Najjemba (Kampala Queens) and Margret Kunihira (Kawempe Muslim Ladies).

    Vipers’ trio Abdul-Azizi Kayondo, Bobosi Byaruhanga and Yunus Sentamu are joined by Express forward Erick Kenzo Kambale and URA captain Shafik Kagimu for the male nominees.

    Nominees- Airtel FUFA Male player of the year 2021

    This year the winners will be rewarded at a glomorous event that will be staged at Speke Resort Munyonyo on Saturday 4th December 2021.

    The nominees from the six categories that were revealed today are;

    Airtel FUFA coach of the year

    Morley Byekwaso (U-20 Hippos team) 

    Wasswa Bbosa (Express)

    Hussein Mbalangu (Arua Hill SC/Mbarara City FC)

    Nominees- Airtel FUFA coach of the year

    Airtel FUFA Women football coach of the year

    Fred Musiime (Lady Doves), Sida Alex (She Maroons), Ayub Khalifa (U-20 Women National team)

    Airtel FUFA Women football coach of the year

    Beach Soccer player of the year nominees

    Wasswa Emmanuel (St. Lawrence Beach Soccer Club), Kigozi Ambrose (Buganda Royal Beach Soccer Club), Kawawulo Isma (MUBS Beach Soccer Club)

    Airtel FUFA Beach Soccer player of the year

    Member Associations’ award nominees

    Express FC (Club)

    Uganda Youth Football Association (Special Interest Group)

    Kampala Region Football Association (Region Football Association)

    Airtel FUFA Member Association of the year

    Futsal Player of the year nominees

    Farouk Tumwesigye (Big Talent)

    Mutyaba Travis (Synergy FC)

    Najib Muwonge (Mengo FC)

    Airtel FUFA Futsal player of the year

    Fans Favourite Ugandan foreign based player

    Denis Onyango (Mamelodi Sundowns, South Africa), Fahad Bayo (Ashdod FC, Israel), Joan Nabirye (Vihiga Queens, Kenya), Taddeo Lwanga (Simba SC, Tanzania)

    Fans Favourite Ugandan foreign based player

    Other categories

    •Airtel – FUFA Best XI 2021 (Men)

    •Airtel – FUFA Best XI 2021 (Women)

    •Airtel – FUFA Fair Play Award 2021

    •Airtel FUFA Presidential Award 2021

  • MYDA, Kitara register wins on opening day | StarTimes FUFA Big League

    MYDA, Kitara register wins on opening day | StarTimes FUFA Big League

    StarTimes FUFA Big League 2021-2022:

    Match Day 1 Results:

    MYDA 3-2 Ndejje University

    Maroons 0-0 Calvary

    Nyamityobora 0-0 Proline

    Kitara 3-2 Blacks Power

    The 2021-2022 StarTimes FUFA Big League kicked off on Friday, 12th November 2021 with four matches across the country.

    There were two victories for former StarTimes Uganda Premier League clubs; Kitara and MYDA.

    Kitara rallied from two goals down to overcome visiting Blacks Power 3-2 at the Masindi Municipal Stadium.

    Richard Enjama, Edison Agondeze and Patrick Mugume netted for Kitara to cancel Joel Gerald’s earlier two goals for the visitors.

    ‘We had a difficult match because of the late preparations. We were two goals down at some stage but I told the players not to lose focus and we made it’ Richard Makumbi, head coach at Kitara noted after the game.

    MYDA on the other hand recorded a 3-2 home win over Ndejje University at the King George IV Memorial Stadium in Tororo.

    Former Uganda Cranes striker Geofrey Sserunkuma scored two penalties for MYDA and Ivan Orono added the other for the home side.

    Jimmy Wasswa Nsaale and Josephat Ayebare were on target for Ndejje University.

    ‘We are building the team and every game remains like a cup final for us.’ Charles Ayiekoh Lukula, head coach at MYDA revealed after the match.

    There were two goal-less draws recorded on the day. Maroons and Calvary shared the spoils at the Prisons Stadium, Luzira whilst the same result was registered in Mbarara at the Kakyeka Stadium where two former top flight sides Nyamityobora and Proline squared off.

    The league resumes on Sunday, 14th November 2021 with a single game when Kyetume hosts Luwero United at the Nakisunga playground in Mukono District.

    For starters, the StarTimes FUFA Big League is the main feeder league to the top flight StarTimes Uganda Premier League with the best clubs at the end of the season earning sporting promotion.

  • Hard fighting Uganda Cranes share spoils with Kenya again | FIFA World Cup 2022 qualifiers

    Hard fighting Uganda Cranes share spoils with Kenya again | FIFA World Cup 2022 qualifiers

    FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers (Group E):

    Uganda Cranes 1-1 Kenya Harambee Stars

    Rwanda 0-3 Mali

    Uganda Cranes shared the spoils with Kenya Harambee Stars in a 1-1 affair during a FIFA World Cup 2022 group E qualifier at the St Mary’s Stadium, Kitende.

    Forward Azizi Fahad Bayo scored a late equalizer to cancel out Michael Olunga’s opener on the hour mark.

    Uganda Cranes had a couple of chances in the opening half through Steven Desse Mukwala and defender Bevis Mugabi.

    Steven Mukwala battles for possession against Kenya’s Omar Abud Khamis

    Against the run of play, Kenya took the lead when captain Olunga headed at the back post past goalkeeper Charles Lukwago.

    Lukwago had moments earlier shown elements of class when he denied a one against one incident with Samuel Ouma Onyango.

    An aerial challenge
    Team captain Khalid Aucho shields the ball from Kenyan players

    Bayo salvaged a point for the hosts with a goal after Kenya’s goalkeeper Brian Bwiire hesitated to quickly handle the ball.

    In the other group E contest, Mali progressed to the next stage of the qualifiers with a sublime 3-0 win over Rwanda in Kigali.

    Uganda Cranes will play the final game away from home against group leaders Mali on Sunday, 14th November 2021.

    Isaac Muleme beats three Kenyan players
    Uganda Cranes head coach Milutin Sredojevic
    Uganda Cranes XI Vs Kenya

    Team Line Ups:

    Uganda Cranes XI: Charles Lukwago (G.K), Denis Iguma, Abdul-Aziizi Kayondo, Bevis Mugabi, Timothy Awany, Khalid Aucho (Captain), Moses Waiswa, Bobosi Byaruhanga, Steven Desse Mukwala, Azizi Fahad Bayo, Isaac Muleme

    Subs:

    Isima Bin Rashid Watenga (G.K), Mathias Kigonya (G.K), Livingstone Mulondo, Mahad Yaya Kakooza, Garvin Kizito Mugweri, John Revita, Shafiq Kuchi Kagimu, Martin Kizza, Ibrahim Orit, Allan Okello, Milton Karisa, Yunus Junior Sentamu

    Head coach: Milutin Sredojevic (Serbia)

    Kenya XI Vs Uganda

    Kenya XI: Brian Okoth Bwire (G.K), Joseph Stanley Okumu, David Ochieng, Omar Khamis Obiero, Anthony Akumu Agay, Kenneth Muguna, Anthony Wambuni Stieno, Hassan Abdallah Abdallah, Samuel Onyango Ouma, Michael Oganda Olunga (Captain)

    Subs: Ian Aubrey Otieno (G.K), James Saruni Lepiri, Muhammed Mayeko, Johnson Omorwa Otieno, Ismael Salim Dunga, Clinton Miheso Ayisi, Duke Ooga Abuya, Cliff Nyakeya Mandere, Tera Luheni Alwyn, Timothy Noor Ouma

    Head coach: Engin Firat (Turkey)

    Team captains Khalid Aucho and Michael Olunga with the match officials prior to kick off

    Match officials:

    Referee: Ahmed Djama Souleiman (Djibouti)

    Assistant Referee 1: Ahmed Abdourazak Liban (Djibouti)

    Assistant Referee 2: Rachid Waiss Bouraleh (Djibouti)

    Fourth official: Mohamed Guedi Diraneh (Djibouti)

    Referee Assessor: Ahmed Audah (Egypt)

    Match Commissioner: Hassan Amir (Somalia)

    Medical officer: Dr. Apollo Bugingo Ahimbisibwe (Uganda)

  • FUFA New Standing Committees released

    FUFA New Standing Committees released

    The FUFA Executive Committee has named the new FUFA Standing committees.

    Eleven (11) out of Fifteen (15) Standing Committees are headed by Executive Committee Members while the rest are not.

    The Committees not headed by Executive Members are Legal, Referees, Rules review commission, Players’ status, safety and Security.

    The Executive Committee takes decisions on which specialized committees may be chaired by persons that are not members of the Executive Committee.

    Here are the new standing Committees; (Chairman and Vice Chairman indicated)

    Click here

    Legal Committee:

    Chairman: Ojok Geofrey Odur

    Vice Chairman: Edmond Okiror Okwi

    Women Football Committee

    Chairperson: Mugena Agnes

    Vice Chairperson: Chris Kalibala

    Competitions Committee:

    Chairperson: Hon. Florence Nakiwala  Kiyingi

    Vice Chairperson: Rogers Mulindwa

    Safety and Security Committee:

    Chairman: Hajji Sekabira Abdul Lukooya

    Vice Chairman:  Kaccumu Stephen

    Marketing and Communications Committee

    Chairman: Rogers Byamukama

    Vice Chairman: Rogers Mulindwa

    Membership Committee

    Chairman: Darius Mugoye

    Vice Chairman: Richard Ochom

    Infrastructure, Equipment and Projects

    Chairman: Justus Mugisha

    Vice Chairman: Ankunzire Frank

    Referees Committee

    Chairman: Miiro Brian Nsubuga

    Vice Chairman: Badogi Ismail

    Football Development

    Chairman Ronnie Kalema

    Vice Chairman: Mugena Agnes

    Players’ Status

    Chairman: Emojong Peter

    Vice chairman Mawadri Charles

    Licensing Commmitttee

    Chairman: Rogers Mulindwa

    Vice Chairman:  Amin Bbosa

    National Teams’ Organization (Off-Pitch)

    Chairman: Dr. Ahimbisibwe Apollo

    Vice Chairman Dan Obote

     Finance

    Chairman: Darius Mugoye

    Vice Chairman: Ariga Rasoul

    International Match Organization Committee (IMOC)

    Chairman: Issa Magoola

    Vice Chairman: Ariga Rasoul

    FUFA Rules Review Commission

    Chairman: Hon. Meddie Sentayi

    Vice Chairman: Harold Atukwatse

  • CECAFA U20 Women: Ethiopia lifts Cup, FUFA President asks Uganda team to rise up again

    CECAFA U20 Women: Ethiopia lifts Cup, FUFA President asks Uganda team to rise up again

    FUFA President to Uganda U-20 Women team: Let’s rise up again

    FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim has called upon the entire Uganda U-20 Women’s Contingent to plan on how to rise up again following events at the FUFA Technical Centre that saw the hosts surrender a healthy 2-0 half time lead to lose the title to Ethiopia. Uganda needed just a draw to lift the inaugural CECAFA U-20 Women’s cup and headed into the final match of the evening on top of the table but the tide changes from better to worse as they conceded three second half goals to hand Ethiopia the win and the title on home soil.

    ‘Let us go back and plan. We are proud of the efforts shown by the entire team during the tournament. FUFA is happy that this championship has helped the entire team to prepare by playing 5 matches ahead of the FIFA U20 Women world cup qualifiers’ said FUFA President who talked to the players in one of the corners of the pitch at Njeru.

    ‘We are hurt by the result as we had the control of the game but that is football. We can’t win all the time. We should rise up again and look to the future. Our team is strong enough to create more history’ added Magogo who also carried a big pack of chocolates. He also revealed that despite the loss, the bonus which had been put aside (1.5M) for each member of the contingent had they won the Cup, would still be given out.

    Uganda U-20 Women’s team finished runners up to Champions Ethiopia

    Head coach Ayub Khalifa Kiyingi speaks out

    ‘I think there is something I did not do right. It was not our day but that is football and everything is possible. I was so disappointed and I must say it was a disappointing result. It is hard to take in this result. It is unbelievable. I repeat it is unbelievable. We only needed a draw and led the first half by two goals only to be shocked in the second half by a team that strongly believed in what they wanted’ said Ayub Khalifan.

    ‘The girls lost concentration in the second half, that was the time we needed to hold our cool and control the game but instead, we lost track and we were severely punished. Everything happens for a reason. We have to stand up as soon as possible and not take long lamenting on what happened. We have to pick positives from the tournament and move forward.

    Ethiopia are the winners of the inaugural CECAFA Women’s U-20 Championship.

    The tournament played on a League format among the six teams and climaxed on Tuesday with Ethiopia coming out top with 15 points, while hosts Uganda finished second with 12 points.

    Talk about late moments in sport and the Ethiopian team showed exactly that in the final deciding game against the hosts when they fought from two goals down and one player less after an early red card, but managed to win 3-2 at the FUFA technical Centre ground in Njeru.

    Ethiopia’s first choice goalkeeper Lorato Eyerusalem was sent off after only six minutes for bringing down Uganda’s captain Fuazia Najjemba who was headed for goal. But Ethiopia’s head coach Firew Hailegebral made a tactical switch pulling out one player and bringing on second choice goalkeeper Demelash Banchayehu.

    Hadijah Nandago gave Uganda the lead after 26 minutes with a well taken shot before skipper Fauzia Najjemba increased the lead after 40 minutes. Goalkeeper Banchayehu failed to get a firm grip of Najjemba’s freekick and the ball bounced into the net.

    After recess and a pep talk by the coach and Ethiopian Football Federation (EFF) President Esayas Jira, the Ethiopian team returned a different and determined side.

    Ridet Assrasahang pulled one back for the Ethiopian team after 50 minutes.

    Substitute Ariet Odong who came on and took control of Ethiopia’s attack leveled matters after 78 minutes with a well placed shot leaving Uganda’s goalkeeper Daphine Nyayenga beaten.

    Ethiopia’s head coach Firew Hailegebral was also sent off by the referee.

    Despite being one player-less the Ethiopian team continued to dominate play and put the Ugandan defenders under a lot of pressure. With eight minutes to the final whistle Turist Lema slotted in Ethiopia’s third goal.

    It was all celebrations after the final whistle as the Ethiopian players were so emotional that they cried in joy. “This has been a very tough game and I thank my team for remaining strong headed even after we got an early red card,” said Ethiopia’s coach Hailegebral after the match.

    In an earlier match Burundi came from a goal down to beat Eritrea 2-1. Reha Tesfamichael netted after 2 minutes for Eritrea, but Stephie Mutoni and Peace Niyomwungere made sure Burundi picked maximum points.

    Tanzania were also in good form humbling Djibouti 8-0. Aisha Masaka netted seven goals, while Clara Luvanga also got her name on the score sheet.

    The top three teams received medals, and the best players were also rewarded. Uganda’s skipper Fauzia Najjemba who finished the tournament with 11 goals scooped the Top scorer’s Award. Uganda’s Daphine Nyayenga was voted Best goalkeeper, while Ethiopia’s Birkea Amare was the Best Player of the tournament.

    Auka Gecheo, the CECAFA Executive Director said the tournament has been successful and helped teams that are still in contention in the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers prepare well.

    Additional info by CAF Website

  • CECAFA Women’s U20 Championship: Statement from Chairperson Local Organizing Committee ahead of tournament climax

    CECAFA Women’s U20 Championship: Statement from Chairperson Local Organizing Committee ahead of tournament climax

    The CECAFA Women’s U20 Championship will officially come to a climax on Tuesday, 9th November 2021 at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru after 12 days of thrilling action.

    With Ethiopia and hosts Uganda contending for the title, the final day of the tournament promises even better.

    The Chairperson Local Organizing Committee, Hon. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi and CECAFA CEO, Aucka Gecheo briefed the press ahead of the climax.

    Below is the statement from the Chairperson LOC;

    Monday 8th November 2021
    CLOSING CEREMONY: STATEMENT BY CHAIRPERSON LOCAL ORGANISING COMMITTEE CECAFA
    WOMEN UNDER 20 CHAMPIONSHIP


    Fellow County men and women,
    Over the last 13 days, young women footballers and coaches have amazed us with skill, talent,
    passion, goals and tactics in the CECAFA Women’s U20 Championship at the FUFA Technical
    Centre, Njeru.


    The tournament has been a huge success and the highest levels of competitiveness were
    exhibited by all the participating six National Teams; Uganda, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Eritrea,
    Burundi and Djibouti.

    Great memories have been created due to the experience of the Local Organizing Committee
    who made sure that the stay of the Delegations and teams is very comfortable.


    The solidarity shown by both the Local and the CECAFA Organizing Committee has brought us
    this far. Football is indeed a team sport.

    We have another big day coming up on Tuesday 9th November 2021 for the closing ceremony
    of the CECAFA Women’s U20 Championship. It is a day where One Country will be declared
    Champion but I believe every team is a winner irrespective of the final table standings.


    As the tournament comes to a conclusion; We would like to extend our sincere appreciation and support given to us by the Government of Uganda. During the current covid-19 times, we have been supported by the various
    Government Agencies and Ministries to make sure that we have a smooth tournament.

    We have not had any serious incidents that could have led to cancellation of the tournament. We thank the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports Mama Janet Museveni for her ever increasing interest in sports especially of the girl child. We received her tweet congratulating the Uganda Women U20 team and we didn’t take it lightly. It is a big indicator that she has been following the tournament and supporting women football.


    I also thank the CECAFA President, CECAFA Member Association Presidents, CECAFA Executive Director, Delegations and Participating Teams, CECAFA Women U20 Organizing Committee, and The Local Organizing Committee and Members of the Media.


    The two host FUFA football regions Buganda and Eastern have done a tremendous job as well. I would like to thank the authorities in Jinja and Njeru at all levels, in particular the Mayor of Njeru Town Council, Mayor of Jinja City and the RPC Jinja for their steadfast commitment during the tournament. Thank you for staying with us.


    With the teams set to play the final matches and fly back home, I believe they have enjoyed their stay in Njeru and Jinja. You have contributed a lot to the economy of the country and improved the sports tourism. Jinja, as a new City and source of the mighty River Nile have also done a tremendous job.


    The FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim and CECAFA President Mr. Wallace Karia, thank you so much for supporting Uganda’s bid to host this Championship. All officials both from CECAFA and Local, you have been a great team which is a clear testimony that Uganda is ready to host other tournaments of a similar nature or even Continental Championships.


    Once again special gratitude goes to the FUFA President and his Executive whose backing enabled us to host this tournament. His guidance and stewardship is the reason for the success of the Tournament. This is not to mention the CECAFA President who was here in person to support all the women teams.


    I also thank the parents who have sacrificed to offer their girls to play football. Many of them have gone through various schools that have played a key role in both educating and giving the girl child every opportunity to realize their football dreams.


    With women football growing at a faster rate, we encourage the Government to start considering
    paying players and coaches of the various female National teams and to re-finance and
    resource women football.


    I encourage more women to join football the fact that a good number of best football players in
    the world are women. We want to see many stars come out of the region and we have the
    strong belief that the game is on a steady growth in the CECAFA region.


    Even with the Covid-19 times still on, we hope to have a colorful closing ceremony that will be
    graced by high profile dignitaries from the CECAFA Region and within Uganda, National Council
    of Sports, the CECAFA top brass, CECAFA Member Association Presidents, the Special envoy
    to the President and former Vice President Rt. Hon. Edward Ssekandi Kiwanuka will attend the
    final ceremony.


    Let us join efforts as we all plan for the grand finale of the CECAFA Women’s U20
    Championship tomorrow. Members of the general public are encouraged to watch the final day of the tournament on UBC and online FUFA TV live stream.

    The Local Organizing Committee, kudos for making the tournament a success. We have one more day to end what has been a beautiful 13 days of great football and organization at the FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru.


    May the best Team win.
    It is Our Game, It is Our Country.
    HON. FLORENCE NAKIWALA KIYINGI
    CHAIRPERSON LOCAL ORGANISING COMMITTEE
    CECAFA WOMEN UNDER 20 CHAMPIONSHIP

  • Micho releases Uganda Cranes squad to face Kenya, Mali | FIFA World Cup 2022 qualifiers (Group E)

    Micho releases Uganda Cranes squad to face Kenya, Mali | FIFA World Cup 2022 qualifiers (Group E)

    FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers (Group E):

    11th November 2021: Uganda Cranes Vs Kenya – St Mary’s Stadium, Kitende

    14th November 2021: Mali Vs Uganda Cranes – Morocco

    Uganda Cranes head coach Milutin “Micho” Sredojevic has confirmed the 28 players on the provisional squad to face Kenya and Mali in the remaining two matches of the FIFA World Cup 2022 group E matches.

    The team was named after the Sunday training session at St Mary’s Stadium, Kitende where they held a practice training match with UPL side UPDF.

    Uganda Cranes players during a training session under the watchful eyes of coach Micho

    Midfielders Khalid Aucho and Moses Waiswa as well as the goalkeeping duo of Charles Lukwago and Mathias Kigonya took part in the Sunday drills.

    Training resumes on Monday afternoon (4 PM) at Lugogo stadium in Kampala.

    Uganda Cranes squad:

    Goalkeepers: Charles Lukwago (St George, Ethiopia), Isma Watenga (Chippa United, South Africa), Mathias Kigonya (Azam, Tanzania), Joel Mutakubwa (Express, Uganda)

    Defenders: Denis Iguma (KCCA, Uganda), Gavin Kizito Mugweri (SC Villa, Uganda), Isaac Muleme (Viktoria Žižkov, Czech Republic), Abdul-Aziizi Kayondo (Vipers, Uganda), Timothy Denis Awany (FC Ashdod, Israel), Bevis Mugabi (Motherwell, Scotland), Livingstone Mulondo (Vipers, Uganda), Halid Lwaliwa (Vipers, Uganda), Kenneth Semakula (SC Villa, Uganda), Geofrey Waswa (KCCA, Uganda)

    Midfielders: Khalid Aucho (Young Africans, Tanzania), John Revita (KCCA, Uganda), Bobosi Byaruhanga (Vipers, Uganda), Mahad Kakooza (Express, Uganda), Moses Waiswa (Super Sport United, South Africa), Shafik Kuchi Kagimu (URA, Uganda), Allan Okello (AC Paradou, Algeria), Julius Poloto (KCCA, Uganda)

    Forwards: Fahad Bayo (FC Ashdod, Israel), Yunus Junior Sentamu (Vipers, Uganda), Steven Desse Mukwala (URA, Uganda), Ibrahim Orit (Vipers, Uganda), Martin Kizza (Express, Uganda), Milton Karisa (Vipers, Uganda)

  • FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Qualifiers: Uganda Cranes kick off preparations for Kenya, Mali clashes

    FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Qualifiers: Uganda Cranes kick off preparations for Kenya, Mali clashes

    FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Qualifiers: Uganda Cranes Vs Kenya Harambee Stars 

    Thursday 11th November 2021- St Mary’s Stadium, Kitende ( 4PM)

    With a few days to the do or die FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Qualifier match against neighbours Kenya, the Uganda Cranes had no time to waste after the game against the Northern Region Select. 

    The team gathered immediately after return from Kitgum for camp at the Cranes Paradise Hotel in Kisaasi. 

    On Saturday, the first training session was conducted in the evening at the Omondi Stadium in Lugogo with  twenty six players attending the session under the supervision of Serbian tactician Sredojevic ‘Micho’ Milutin, his assistant Moses Basena  and the goalkeepers’ under Fred Kajoba.

    Halid Lwalilwa stretching


    After the training session, Micho addressed the media and he asked for every stakeholders’ support because there is alot at stake.


    ‘We need to take every match as it is and we are now focusing on the game against Kenya. They will come with pride and ready to spoil the party like they have done before against the Cranes. We are preparing ourselves in the best way possible.We only ask for support from every stakeholder’ revealed Micho.

    Micho demonstrates some drills at Lugogo

    Players who attended the training:

    Goalkeepers: Joel Mutakubwa, Charles Lukwago, Mathias Kigonya

    Outfield Players: Paul Willa, Aziizi Kayondo, Denis Iguma, John Revita, Bobosi Byaruhanga, Milton Karisa, Bright Anukani, Davis Kasirye, Steven Mukwala, Ibrahim Orit, Ashraf Mandela, Martin Kizza, Livingstone Mulondo, Geofrey Wasswa, Mahad Kakooza, Shafik Kagimu, Julius Poloto, Sadat Anaku, Rogers Mato,Yunus Sentamu, Halid Lwaliwa, Kenneth Semakula, Gavin Kizito Mugweri

  • CECAFA Women’s U20 Championship: Title race between Uganda and Ethiopia goes to the wire

    CECAFA Women’s U20 Championship: Title race between Uganda and Ethiopia goes to the wire

    CECAFA Women U20 Championship 2021

    Matchday Four

    • Ethiopia 1-0 Burundi
    • Djibouti 0-2 Eritrea
    • Uganda 1-0 Tanzania

    The battle on the winners of this year’s CECAFA Women’s U20 Championship will be between two nations; hosts Uganda and Ethiopia following matchday four results on Saturday.

    In the games played at FUFA Technical Centre, Njeru, both Uganda and Ethiopia won their respective games to set up a decider on Tuesday next week.

    Ethiopian players celebrating after winning against Burundi.

    The two teams will face in the final game of the tournament with Uganda needing just a point to claim the title while Ethiopia on the other hand must win.

    It should be noted that the Championship is played on a round robin format.  Uganda has a superior goal difference of 20 goals compared to Ethiopia’s 14.

    Action between Eritrea and Djibouti.

    Ethiopia needed to dig deep to overcome Burundi in the first game on Saturday thanks to a solitary strike from Ariet Odong.

    The forward came off the bench to score the lone goal of the game and thus helping Ethiopia to their fourth win in as many games.

    Ariet Odong (shirt 14) celebrates with teammates after scoring.

    Eritrea overcame Djibouti to register their first win at the tournament thanks to second half goals from defender Rim Gezae Yemane and forward Diana Estifanos Teklemichael.

    The final game of the day saw hosts Uganda earn a hard fought win over rivals Tanzania, with skipper Fauzia Najjemba converting from the spot in the 73rd minute.

    Shamira Nalugya was fouled in the area and the captain took the responsibility to slot home the only goal of the game.

    Matchday five will have Burundi facing Eritrea, Djibouti playing against Tanzania while Uganda will be up against Ethiopia.