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However, in a September announcement, there emerged a glimmer of hope for Ugandan sports enthusiasts, courtesy of President Yoweri Museveni’s support for the construction of a cutting-edge sports complex at Lugogo and his backing of the East Africa PAMOJA initiative.
Uganda has grappled with a significant shortage of sports facilities for major disciplines such as football, basketball, rugby, cricket, and athletics for decades.
However, in a September announcement, there emerged a glimmer of hope for Ugandan sports enthusiasts, courtesy of President Yoweri Museveni’s support for the construction of a cutting-edge sports complex at Lugogo and his backing of the East Africa PAMOJA initiative.
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Following a meeting with Summa, a prominent Turkish construction company, the President greenlit the development of a modern multipurpose indoor sports complex in Lugogo Kampala.
This state-of-the-art arena will boast a seating capacity of 15,000, complemented by a smaller indoor sports arena seating 3,000, a 25m eight-lane swimming pool, a versatile standard pitch, and a 60-person athlete hostel, alongside a top-tier gym and other amenities.
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08:56 - 29.09.2023
FOOTBALL "PAMOJA Bid Victory": Inside Tayebwa’s UGX100B pledge, East Africa’s strategic moves for AFCON 2027
During a detailed segment on his Thursday night football show, ‘Tutegere Omupiira,’ FUFA President Moses Magogo recounted the inception and execution of this pivotal idea.
Summa, renowned for its construction prowess, has successfully delivered projects like the 50,000-seat Stade du Senegal and the Kigali Multipurpose Arena in just one year.
Moreover, the victory of the East Africa PAMOJA bid, with Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania named hosts for AFCON 2027, marks a significant achievement in the realm of sports facilities.
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05:23 - 20.09.2023
OTHER SPORTS President Museveni endorses construction of state of the art indoor facility at Lugogo
"The government of Uganda has partnered with Summa, a Turkish construction company, to construct a modern state-of-the-art multipurpose indoor sports complex with a seating capacity of 15,000 people," a press statement from the Presidential Press Unity revealed on Tuesday night.
This collaborative effort by the three East African nations promises a total of six stadiums, eight airports, and 36 training grounds, bolstered by an ardent football-loving population exceeding 150 million in the region.
For Uganda’s part, Namboole is slated for completion by January 2024, with plans underway for the construction of Aki-Bua Stadium in Liira, Buhinga Stadium in Fort Portal, and another stadium near the new Kabalega Airport in Hoima.
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19:27 - 26.09.2023
FOOTBALL Minister reveals, Namboole won't be ready by November
Shadow Minister of Sports in Parliament of Uganda Godfrey Kayemba Solo has cast huge doubts over the completion of the prestigious Namboole Stadium this year.
The consideration of the privately-owned Godwin Denver Stadium in Garuga by the Government, as well as the near-completion of Nakivubo Stadium, though not suitable for FIFA/CAF-certified games, holds promise for local competitions like the top-flight league and clubs.
Muteesa II Stadium Wankulukuku and Kampala International School, part of the PAMOJA bid, are also undergoing renovations.
09:36 - 25.08.2023
NATIONAL SPORT ACT 2023 Will the Sports Act address the issue of facilities?
On Monday, the President of Uganda, HE Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, assented to the National Sports Bill 2023, which replaces the 1964 National Council of Sports Act.
It is no secret that sports facilities play a pivotal role in nurturing talent, and with Uganda’s historical struggles, the timely completion of these new facilities could potentially propel the nation back to regional and continental sporting prominence.
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