Sports 15 April 2026 Parliament of Uganda
Uganda Allocates Shs905 Billion for AFCON 2027 Co-Hosting Preparations
The Ugandan government has earmarked Shs905 billion in the 2026/2027 budget to support its co-hosting of the AFCON 2027 tournament with Kenya and Tanzania. Funds will upgrade stadiums, roads, airports, hospitals, and more in Kampala and Hoima. Source: https://www.parliament.go.ug/news/4397/govt-inject-shs905-bn-afcon-preparations
Uganda is ramping up preparations to co-host the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) PAMOJA 2027 alongside Kenya and Tanzania, scheduled for June and July 2027. Minister of State for Education and Sports, Hon. Peter Ogwang, announced a massive Shs905 billion allocation in the upcoming 2026/2027 financial year budget during a parliamentary session.
Key investments include Shs213 billion for upgrading 47.53 kilometers of roads around Mandela National Stadium in Kampala and Hoima City Stadium, covering areas like Kinawataka Road with added walkways and lighting for better access and security.
Airport enhancements feature Shs184.9 billion to build a passenger terminal at Kabalega Airport and make it fully operational as an international hub. Stadium works allocate Shs56.2 billion for Mandela National Stadium upgrades, Shs5.2 billion for Kadiba Stadium as a training venue, and Shs12.55 billion to ready the Uganda Cranes team.
Traffic relief around Mandela Stadium gets Shs23.33 billion for railway upgrades on the Kampala-Mukono line. The Local Organising Committee receives Shs109.9 billion for sub-committees handling safety, ICT, volunteers, and medical services.
Health infrastructure boosts include Shs91.05 billion for Hoima Regional Referral Hospital, Masindi General Hospital, and Buseruka Health Centre III to meet CAF standards. Sanitation in Hoima City, Masindi, and Kira Municipalities is funded with Shs13.75 billion.
Hospitality upgrades in Hoima and Masindi secure Shs101.1 billion via Uganda Development Bank credits for selected hotels, with owner engagements starting by April 23, 2026. Ogwang clarified CAF controls broadcasting rights, urging UBC to negotiate directly after government’s Shs37 billion promotional payment.
Responding to Opposition Leader Hon. Joel Ssenyonyi on CAF concerns, Ogwang affirmed government’s commitment, promising ongoing updates. Speaker Anita Annet Among and MP Hon. Joseph Ssewungu backed the efforts, highlighting revenue and marketing opportunities.