By our reporters.
The Inspectorate of Government has opened investigations into allegations of mismanagement of public funds by officials of the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA), seeking records of broadcasting agreements, commercial transactions, government funding and expenditure dating back several years.
In a document signed by Inspector General of Government Justice Aisha Naluzze Batala, FUFA has been directed to submit records relating to its media rights, financial operations, procurement, property developments and companies operating under the federation.
Among the areas receiving attention are FUFA’s broadcasting arrangements with StarTimes and the transfer of commercial rights to FUFA Media Services Limited.
The Inspectorate wants the agreement under which FUFA transferred or licensed commercial rights in its competitions to FUFA Media Services Limited, including the Executive Committee resolution authorising the arrangement, the valuation of the rights and evidence of payments made.
Investigators have also demanded all agreements relating to the broadcasting, streaming and commercial exploitation of FUFA competitions from January 2016 to date, including payment schedules and receipts.
The inquiry extends to Satellite Plus Systems (U) Limited, with FUFA required to provide the company’s contract file, procurement and selection records, due diligence documents, technical specifications, invoices and evidence of services delivered.
StarTimes broadcasting deal
The Inspectorate is also examining FUFA’s broadcasting and naming-rights arrangements with StarTimes, Star DTV (Uganda) Company Limited and associated companies covering the Uganda Premier League and FUFA Big League.
FUFA has been asked to provide the original agreements, renewals, amendments, revenue-sharing formulas and payment schedules.
Investigators also want records showing how the agreements were approved and how clubs were consulted about the distribution of broadcasting revenue.
The Inspectorate has specifically requested documents explaining the arrangement under which StarTimes paid broadcasting rights fees to FUFA Media Services Limited instead of directly to FUFA.
The federation must account for all payments due and received under the agreements, identify the bank accounts into which the money was deposited and explain how the funds were used.
FUFA has also been directed to submit a season-by-season breakdown of payments made to Uganda Premier League and FUFA Big League clubs from the 2018/19 season to date, supported by proof of payment.
Investigators want details of deductions made from broadcasting revenue before distribution to clubs, including production costs, how they were calculated and the companies or individuals who received the payments.
Scoreline Investments and other FUFA companies
The investigation also covers Scoreline Investments Limited and other companies owned or controlled by FUFA or its registered trustees.
The Inspectorate has requested the complete corporate history of Scoreline Investments, including its establishment, ownership, changes in shareholding and the authority under which it conducted commercial activities.
FUFA must disclose assets held through the company, including land, buildings, bank accounts, sponsorship agreements, broadcasting rights, contracts and intellectual property.
Certified bank statements covering January 2021 to August 2026 have also been requested.
For other FUFA-associated entities, investigators want registration documents, details of shareholders and directors, audited accounts, bank statements, annual returns and board meeting minutes.
The federation must also account for money transferred between FUFA and these companies, including dividends, management fees, advances and other payments.
Bank accounts and government funding
The Inspectorate has demanded a complete list of bank accounts operated by FUFA from January 2016 to date, including closed accounts, authorised signatories and the dates when each account was opened or closed.
Certified bank statements covering July 2021 to August 2026 have been requested, alongside audited financial statements from 2016 to date.
The investigation also covers government funding received by FUFA from the National Council of Sports, the Ministry of Education and Sports, the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development and other public bodies.
FUFA must provide details of grants and financial releases received between July 2021 and August 2026, including the amounts, dates, intended purposes and conditions attached.
Investigators have requested expenditure returns, supporting vouchers and records showing how the federation accounted for the funds.
The Inspectorate also wants financial reports and audited accounts submitted to the National Council of Sports under the National Sports Act, 2023.
Procurement and property transactions
FUFA has been directed to submit its procurement rules and complete procurement files covering July 2021 to June 2026.
The inquiry also extends to land and buildings owned, leased, occupied or developed by FUFA and its associated entities.
Investigators have requested property ownership records, acquisition costs, funding sources, certificates of title, leases, transfers and mortgages.
Particular attention has been given to FUFA House in Mengo, with the Inspectorate seeking its complete ownership and transfer history, including resolutions authorising any transfers.
The federation must also provide the title, project agreements and construction records for the FUFA Technical Centre at Njeru.
Kadiba Stadium project
The Inspectorate has requested a detailed account of the Kadiba Stadium development, including the agreements under which FUFA occupies the land.
Investigators want all project agreements, funding records, progress reports, audits and correspondence with FIFA concerning the development.
FUFA must disclose the total amount received for the project, the bank accounts used and expenditure incurred since construction began.
The requested documents also include designs, bills of quantities, procurement records, contractor agreements, payment certificates and details of the project engineer and supervising consultant.
The federation has been asked to explain the current physical and financial status of the project and the reasons for its non-completion.
Uganda Cranes accommodation and FUFA Hotel Kisaasi
The investigation also covers accommodation expenses for national football teams during competitions, tournaments and training camps from January 2018 to date.
FUFA must provide details of the facilities used, accommodation rates, numbers of people accommodated, total payments and recipients.
Investigators have specifically requested the complete accommodation file for the Uganda Cranes during the 2025 African Nations Championship, including how the facility was selected, contracts, invoices and proof of payment.
The Inspectorate also wants information about FUFA Hotel Kisaasi, including its ownership, business address, accounts and relationship with the federation.
The inquiry extends to FUFA Hospitality and Travel Agency Limited, with requests for its ownership records, directors, bank accounts and financial statements.
FUFA governance records
The Inspectorate has further directed FUFA to provide its statutes from 2016 to date, together with minutes, agendas and resolutions of Executive Committee meetings held during the same period.
Four Inspectorate officers have been authorised to conduct the inquiries and collect the requested information and certified documents.
They are Paul Alianu Ejangu, Fredrick Oketch, Milly Namuwanga and Jennifer Katusiime.
The investigation is being conducted under the authority of Inspector General of Government Justice Aisha Naluzze Batala.
