Sports 29 March 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Cricket Uganda Scores Clean Audit Amid Budget Challenges and Sports Act Reforms
Cricket Uganda celebrated a clean audit at its recent AGM, signaling improved financial accountability despite tight budgets from national team investments and the shift to the 2023 Sports Act. Leaders highlighted governance progress and future ambitions like new infrastructure. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/sports/cricket/clean-audit-boost-for-cricket-uganda-despite-budget-pressures-5407310
Cricket Uganda marked a key milestone at its Annual General Meeting on March 28 at Hotel Africana, receiving an unqualified audit opinion that confirms its accounts are accurate and transparent.
Chairman Jackson Kavuma praised the clean audit as evidence of the federation’s dedication to accountability, noting member satisfaction and ongoing reforms to meet the 2023 National Sports Act requirements. These include constitutional changes and stakeholder consultations to achieve full legal compliance.
Despite these gains, financial pressures persist. Honorary Secretary Denis Musali explained that funding national team programs and international campaigns has strained resources. Delegate Chris Luswata commended the shift from reliance on donations to structured funding from ICC, government, and partners, urging continued vigilance.
Looking ahead, the federation eyes growth with plans for a new cricket home in Nakasajja within a decade, better infrastructure, and stronger grassroots development to boost global competitiveness. The cricket ecosystem is valued at around Shs9 billion, with outreach across 139 districts.
This audit stands out as a vital off-field win, building stakeholder trust during nationwide sports federation scrutiny.
Source: Daily Monitor (Uganda)