By Our Reporter
NATIONAL/SPORTS
Kampala, Uganda – President Yoweri Museveni has fulfilled his promise to reward the Uganda Cranes CHAN 2024 players with Shs1.2 billion per win, a commitment made ahead of the tournament.
This was confirmed today, Wednesday, 10th September 2025, by State Minister for Sports, Hon. Peter Ogwang, during a Parliament plenary session. Speaking to Members of Parliament, Minister Ogwang stated that the Shs2.4 billion allocated for the Cranes is no longer just a pledge.
“The funds have now been disbursed directly into the individual accounts of the players and the entire team that participated in CHAN 2024,” Ogwang said, drawing applause from MPs.
President Museveni had pledged the Shs1.2 billion per win prior to the 2024 CHAN tournament, which was co-hosted by Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania. The Cranes fell to Algeria but bounced back with victories over Guinea and Niger, and a thrilling 3–3 draw with South Africa, securing a place in the quarterfinals. Although they were edged out by Senegal in the quarterfinal match, Minister Ogwang praised the team for making the nation proud.
In recognition of their recent wins against Somalia and Mozambique, the First Family will host the Uganda Cranes at State House Entebbe this evening, Wednesday, 10th September 2025.
FUFA Increases Uganda Premier League Prize Money
Meanwhile, the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has announced a significant increase in the Uganda Premier League (UPL) prize money for the 2025/26 season.
In a statement released on its X handle today, 10th September 2025, FUFA revealed that:
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The champions will now receive Shs100 million, up from Shs60 million.
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The runners-up will pocket Shs62 million, up from Shs20 million.
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The third-placed team will receive Shs56 million, up from Shs9.6 million.
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The fourth-placed team will earn Shs50 million, up from Shs7 million.
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Fifth place now gets Shs44 million (previously Shs5 million).
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Sixth place receives Shs40 million, up from Shs4.4 million.
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Seventh place earns Shs34 million, up from Shs4 million.
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Eighth place will now get Shs35 million, up from Shs3.5 million.
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Ninth place takes Shs27 million, up from Shs2.8 million.
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Tenth place earns Shs23 million, up from Shs2.5 million.
For the remaining teams:
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11th: Shs21 million
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12th: Shs17 million
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13th: Shs13 million
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14th: Shs9 million
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15th: Shs4 million
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16th: Shs2 million (previously Shs500,000)
FUFA’s increase in prize money reflects a commitment to reward performance and incentivize competition in Uganda’s top-flight league.
