President Museveni Announces UGX 1.2 Billion Winning Bonus per Match for Uganda at CHAN 2024
Kampala, Uganda – August 4, 2025
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has raised the stakes for Uganda’s national football team by announcing a substantial winning bonus of UGX 1.2 billion for every match won at the upcoming African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024.
The announcement was made public by FUFA President Hon. Magogo Moses Hassim, who delivered the message to the national team as they intensify preparations for the continental tournament.
The generous incentive is aimed at boosting team morale and performance, as Uganda seeks to make a strong impression at CHAN 2024. The bonus underscores the government’s growing support for sports development and national pride through football.
“The bar has been set,” Hon. Magogo stated, expressing confidence in the team’s ability to rise to the occasion.
Under the slogan “It is Our Game, It is Our Country,” the initiative reflects a renewed commitment to excellence and unity through sport. Fans across the country have welcomed the announcement with excitement, viewing it as a powerful motivation for the team to deliver historic results.
CHAN 2024 presents an opportunity for Uganda to showcase its footballing prowess, and with the promise of financial reward and national glory, all eyes will be on the Cranes to deliver.
