In a captivating turn of events, we bring you the latest in the unfolding drama at the Uganda Netball Federation (UNF) , where three formidable figures—Hon. Margret Nantongo, NIC Manager Jocelyn Ucanda, and former Vice President Brig. General Flavia Byekwaso—are in a spirited race to replace the embattled former president, Hon. Sarah Babirye Kityo.
The seeds of this showdown were sown during the elective general assembly at the Lugogo indoor stadium in 2021, where Kityo secured the presidency with 184 votes, leaving Ucanda and Nampijja in her wake. However, Kityo’s tenure faced swift challenges, marked by accusations of governance lapses, fund accountability issues, and overall mismanagement.
Troubles escalated when the National Council of Sports (NCS) accused UNF of mishandling funds allocated for the She Cranes’ 2021 Pent Series in Namibia. Despite Kityo’s fervent denial, a series of meetings chaired by the Minister of Education and Sports, Hon. Janet Kataha Museveni, led to a three-month suspension for Kityo.
However, despite the minister’s directives, Kityo defied and resumed her duties, leading to strict measures. This included the temporary appointment of Brig. General Flavia Byekwaso, who previously served as vice president overseeing administrative affairs, to assume the interim presidency during Kityo’s suspension.
Meanwhile, in a strategic move, World Netball Federation took charge, naming a Normalisation Committee to resolve the governance crisis as the National Council of Sports withdrew recognition from Uganda Netball Federation.
As the Normalisation Committee oversees netball affairs, the stakes are high, with Nantongo, Ucanda, and Byekwaso racing against time and each other to shape the future of Uganda’s netball landscape. The journey unfolds against a backdrop of accountability, governance issues, and the determination to steer UNF back to its glory days.
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- Kawempe Muslim Set for CBE Rematch in CAFWCL Semifinal
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- How Namuwongo Blazers Refused to Lose: Inside a Game 7 That Needed Overtime to Decide a Champion
Two comebacks, blown leads, tactical adjustments from both benches, and enough tension to stretch across an entire season had already been spent by the time Game 7 tipped off, and still there was more basketball left to play than either side could have wanted. - Entebbe UPPC Face Vipers Test with Key Players Sidelined
With several first-team players watching from the sidelines, Entebbe UPPC must find solutions from within their available squad. - Vipers Begin Title Defence Against Entebbe UPPC at Kitende
The encounter, scheduled for 8pm and live on Sanyuka Prime TV, brings the long-awaited return of top-flight football and immediately places the defending champions under the spotlight. For Vipers, it is an opportunity to begin their pursuit of another league crown on a positive note, while Entebbe UPPC will be eager to spoil the champions' opening night. - Kawempe Muslim Set for CBE Rematch in CAFWCL Semifinal
The semifinal will provide CBE with a chance to respond after suffering a 1-0 defeat to Kawempe Muslim during the group stage. The Valley Warriors already know they can overcome their Ethiopian opponents, but they will expect CBE to approach the rematch with greater determination and a different tactical plan. - KCCA Leopards Crush Stormers to Secure NBL Bronze
The Leopards produced an impressive display of attacking basketball and defensive discipline, building a commanding advantage early before responding strongly to a brief second-half revival from the Stormers.
