Uganda has reaffirmed its unwavering support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino, joining the continent's football leadership in backing his bid for re-election for another term ahead of the 2027 FIFA presidential election. This position was reaffirmed by FUFA President Hon. Moses Magogo Hassim during the CAF Strategy Conference in Santa Maria, Sal Island, Cabo Verde. The conference brought together presidents of Africa's 54 football associations to discuss the future of the game on the continent.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) had already unanimously agreed in April to support Infantino's re-election for the 2027–2031 term, while the CAF Executive Committee reaffirmed that position in August. Magogo stated that Uganda's decision was straightforward, noting that FUFA was among the relatively few African football associations that supported Infantino when he first sought the FIFA presidency in 2016.
Magogo emphasized that Uganda's continued support is based largely on tangible gains in football development under Infantino's leadership, particularly through FIFA programmes and competitions that have benefited member associations. He pointed to the expansion of FIFA competitions and development programmes, including youth football, as some of the reasons Uganda has maintained its support for the FIFA president.
Africa has united behind Infantino, with CAF and all 54 African member associations declaring their support for his re-election during the ongoing strategy meetings in Cabo Verde. The CAF Strategy Conference, running from October 7–9 in Santa Maria, has brought together presidents of CAF's 54 member associations, zonal union leaders, coaches, and football experts to examine the development and sustainability of African football.
Magogo highlighted the significance of the shift from a small group of African federations supporting Infantino in 2016 to a united continental position today. He expressed satisfaction that the whole continent is now behind Infantino without doubt. Infantino announced at the 76th FIFA Congress in Vancouver in May that he would stand for re-election in 2027.
Uganda's endorsement also underlines its interest in the continued implementation of FIFA development programmes, which have provided opportunities for member associations to strengthen competitions, infrastructure, youth football, and other areas of the game. Magogo stressed the importance of maintaining programmes that support football at different levels.
The endorsement places Uganda firmly within Africa's increasingly unified position as Infantino prepares for the 2027 contest, with the continent's 54 FIFA votes representing a significant bloc in the global election. For Uganda, Magogo's message is clear: having backed Infantino from the beginning in 2016, FUFA sees little reason to change course as the FIFA president seeks another term.
Key points
- Uganda reaffirms support for Gianni Infantino's re-election bid.
- CAF and all 54 African member associations declare support for Infantino's re-election.
- Uganda cites tangible gains in football development under Infantino's leadership.
