The Women in Football Symposium was held on Wednesday, 9th September 2026, at Skyz Hotel Naguru, Kampala, bringing together various stakeholders to celebrate and recognize contributions to Ugandan women’s football.
Leading the speeches was FUFA 2nd Vice President Dr. Azah Taibu, who commended the event for providing an opportunity to celebrate players and everyone contributing to the development of the women’s game.
“We have come together today to celebrate not only football, but to celebrate the women who play it—the women who put their mark on the game. Beyond that, we celebrate those who coach them, those who referee them, those who mentor them, and those who train them every single day,” she said.
Alongside the speeches, the symposium featured the presentation of awards to individuals who made notable contributions to women’s football during the 2025/26 season.
National team star and Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC forward Agnes Nabukenya was named the Women in Football Symposium Best Player, while her coach, Ayub Khalifa, received the Best Coach award.
Rines SS WFC youngster Justine Ayerango was recognized as the Upcoming Player, while referee Shamirah Nabadda received the Achiever’s Award. In the stands, Akena Isaac was named Best Fan.
Notably, the Women in Football Symposium Best XI for the 2025/26 season was also revealed, with each player receiving an accolade.
The Best XI comprised Saidat Namwanje in goal, alongside Samalie Nakacwa, Hadijah Babirye, Alima Nambafu, Auki Kigongo, Catherine Nagadya, Agnes Nabukenya, Vanessa Namazzi, Jesca Namanda, Latifah Nakasi, and Joanita Ainembabazi.
The media fraternity was also recognized, with Mulangwa Ismail of Bukedde, Kamira Asha of Zaabu Sports, and Makhtum Muziransa of Daily Monitor receiving awards for their contributions to women’s football coverage.
Full List of Winners:
FUFA Special Recognition Award: Ms. Annet Mulindwa Nakawunde – Managing Director, Finance Trust Bank
FUFA Special Recognition Award: Hon. Florence Nakiwala Kiyingi – FUFA 3rd Vice President
Media Personality: Mulangwa Ismail – Bukedde
Female Media Personality: Kamira Asha – Zaabu Sports
Media Personality: Makhtum Muziransa – Daily Monitor
Achiever’s Award: Shamirah Nabadda – Referee
Upcoming Player: Justine Ayerango – Rines SS WFC
Best Fan: Akena Isaac
Best Coach: Ayub Khalifa – Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC
Best Player: Agnes Nabukenya – Kawempe Muslim Ladies FC
