The Uganda Boxing Federation (UBF) has reaffirmed its institutional legitimacy and governance compliance following the successful conclusion of its 2026 elective congress, conducted in line with provisions of the National Sports Act, 2023.

Held on February 28, 2026, the elections marked a significant milestone in Uganda’s sports governance reforms, emphasizing transparency, structured representation, and regulatory oversight as required under the new national sports law.

Elections Conducted Under Statutory Oversight

The elective congress was officially observed by representatives from the National Council of Sports (NCS) and the Uganda Olympic Committee (UOC), institutions mandated under the National Sports Act to supervise and ensure compliance within recognized sports federations.

Delegates drawn from more than 90 districts participated in the voting process, reflecting the federation’s nationwide operational footprint, which has now expanded to coverage in 120 districts.

Declaring the results, Electoral Committee Chairperson Paul Mukasa confirmed that the process met constitutional and electoral code requirements.

“Pursuant to Article 13 of the Uganda Boxing Federation Constitution (2025) as amended and Article 24.1 of the Electoral Code, I hereby declare Moses Muhangi as President together with his executive committee for the period 2026–2030,” Mukasa announced.

Governance Structure Strengthened

Under the framework encouraged by the National Sports Act, federations are required to demonstrate broad-based membership and functional governance organs. UBF reported a structured membership comprising:

• 56 registered ordinary member clubs
• Four regional associations — Northern, Eastern, Western, and Central — collectively representing over 200 clubs
• Special interest bodies including ringside officials, coaches, active boxers, and para-boxing representatives
• A fully constituted nine-member Executive Committee elected through delegate voting

The federation also confirmed the establishment of an independent professional boxing commission, aligning with the Act’s emphasis on regulated athlete welfare and organized competition structures.

Muhangi Returned Unopposed

Incumbent president Moses Muhangi was returned unopposed, alongside a confirmed executive committee that will serve from 2026 to 2030.

The leadership team includes Vice Presidents Sula Kamoga (Administration) and Patrick Lihanda (Technical), General Secretary Simon Barigo, Treasurer Richard Muhumuza, Women’s Representative Rose Kabwama, Ex-Internationals’ Representative Samuel Kabugo, Organizing Coordinator Ibrahim Ssekizziyvu, and Publicity Secretary Martin Kaddu.

Regional and Special Interest Representation

In compliance with decentralization principles embedded within the National Sports Act, regional associations across Northern, Western (Kitara), Eastern, and Central Uganda elected their leadership structures on the same date. Parallel elections were also conducted for Ringside Officials, Coaches, and Para-Boxing Associations, ensuring stakeholder inclusion across technical and athlete communities.

A New Cycle Under Legal Reform

Sports governance analysts note that the successful conduct of the elections under external supervision signals a transition toward stronger institutional accountability within Ugandan sport.

With recognition from statutory authorities and a broadened membership base, UBF now enters a new four-year cycle focused on governance reform, grassroots expansion, improved funding mechanisms, and enhanced international competitiveness — key objectives envisioned under the National Sports Act, 2023.