The Maroons Football Club Annual General Meeting held at the Uganda Prisons Headquarters in Kampala has ushered in what leaders described as a defining moment for the club’s future, setting out a wide-ranging roadmap aimed at strengthening governance, improving performance, and building long-term sustainability across all its football structures.
The meeting was attended by the club owners, subscribers, Board Members, and a Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) representative. It brought together all arms of the club — Maroons FC, She Maroons FC, Maroons Junior Team, and the Maroons Sports Academy — under a unified development framework, with leadership emphasizing stronger coordination and a shared vision for growth and competitiveness
The Club Patron, Commissioner General of Prisons Canon Dr. Johnson Byabashaija, expressed his long-standing passion for football, recalling legends such as Denis Obua, Parry Oketch, Peter Okee, and Eddie Semwanga. He commended the Board for maintaining stability and assured continued support for the club’s progress.
The Club Chairman, Assistant Commissioner General of Prisons Mr. Hillary Bisanga, highlighted the club’s deep-rooted history dating back to 1965 under the Uganda Prisons Service, noting its early success and strong identity built on discipline and structure. He praised the club’s consistency over the years, including four consecutive top-eight finishes in the Uganda Premier League, and reaffirmed commitment to financial discipline, good governance, and sustainable partnerships despite challenges such as infrastructure gaps, player retention issues, and limited sponsorship.
The Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Roderick Muhumuza, reported that the club operates with a workforce of 119 personnel across technical, administrative, and support roles. He noted steady sporting progress, with the men’s team showing improved stability, She Maroons FC maintaining competitiveness and talent development, and the junior and academy structures strengthening the player pipeline. However, he pointed to ongoing challenges including staff accommodation, limited specialized technical roles, outstanding financial obligations, and a budget exceeding UGX 2 billion, which remains difficult to fully mobilize.
Mr. Muhumuza also highlighted infrastructure limitations affecting both performance and fan experience, alongside FUFA Club Licensing requirements that call for upgrades to stadium facilities, fencing, dressing rooms, and drainage systems. On finance and marketing, he noted reliance on institutional support and limited commercial income, while stressing the need to expand sponsorship, merchandise, and brand visibility.
On behalf of the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA), Competitions Director Hajjati Aisha Nalule commended Maroons FC for complying with club licensing requirements and successfully holding its AGM. She praised the club’s governance systems and encouraged continued focus on talent development, sporting growth, and building on its potential to raise standards in Ugandan football.
The AGM approved key resolutions including amendments to the club statutes, appointment of an external auditor, and approval of the 2026/27 work plan and budget. Members also prioritized player recruitment, talent development, squad strengthening, and the development of a strategic plan running from 2026 to 2031.
The meeting further resolved to enhance resource mobilization, expand fan engagement including mobilizing Uganda Prisons officers, grow merchandise sales, improve matchday experiences, commercialize club branding and digital platforms, increase sponsorship opportunities, and maximize use of club facilities through events and pitch hire.
The AGM marked a decisive shift for Maroons FC — from routine administration to a structured long-term transformation agenda aimed at building a more competitive, financially stable, and professionally managed football institution.
