FUFA has confirmed the list of Ugandan referees approved to receive FIFA badges for the 2026 calendar year.
The list includes Shamirah Nabadda, who enjoyed an outstanding 2025 after being named Africa’s Best Female Referee at the CAF Awards.
The trailblazing Nabadda is currently officiating at the ongoing AFCON 2025 in Morocco.
Nantongo Josephine and Barbra Nayebare are the new additions on this year’s list.
In a statement, FUFA said the confirmation recognises the continued progress of refereeing standards in Uganda and reflects the federation’s sustained investment in referee development, assessment and international exposure.
Uganda will once again be represented across various refereeing categories, enabling the selected officials to officiate at FIFA and CAF competitions during the 2026 international season.
FUFA added that the Referees Committee continues to prioritise training, fitness, integrity and performance management, with regular local and international courses aimed at aligning Ugandan referees with global standards.
The Referees list for FIFA Badges 2026:
Referees – Kasalirwe Lucky Razake, Nabadda Shamirah, Okello Dick, Murungi Diana, Oloya William, Nantongo Josephine, Duula Joshua, Olemu George
Assistant Referees – Katenya Ronald, Ongiera Immaculate, Okudra Emmanuel, Nassolo Elizabeth, Mulindwa Hakim, Mutonyi Jane, Musisi Brianson, Nantabo Lydia Wanyama, Katerega Ashraf, Nayebare Barbra, Magoola Ashraf
Futsal Referees – Nsubuga Brian Emmy, Sengendo Isaac
Beach Soccer Referees – Kintu Ivan Bayige, Ssenteza Muhammad, Kawagga Bazirio Kennedy, Munyendoh Joel Chote