The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has officially announced the list of Ugandan referees approved to receive FIFA badges for the 2025 calendar year.
The 24 referees, comprising Centre Referees and Assistant Referees, were selected following a resolution by the FUFA Executive and subsequent submission to FIFA.
The announcement reaffirms Uganda’s growing reputation in football officiating on the global stage.
Notably, Futsal officiating maintains its two slots, while Beach Soccer retains four referees from last year.
The list also welcomes new faces, including Ashiraf Magoola and Joshua Duula, while seasoned referee Dick Okello makes a return to the ranks.
Complete List of Uganda’s FIFA-Certified Referees for 2025
Male Centre Referees:
Dick Okello
Joshua Duula
William Oloya
Lucky Razake Kasalirwe
George Olemu
Male Assistant Referees:
Ronald Katenya
Hakim Mulindwa
Emmanuel Okudra
Ashiraf Magoola
Brianson Musisi
Ashiraf Katerega
Futsal Referees:
Brian Emmy Nsubuga
Isaac Sengendo
Beach Soccer Referees:
Ivan Kintu Bayige
Muhammad Ssenteza
Kennedy Kawagga Bazirio
Joel Chote Munyendoh
Female Centre Referees:
Shamirah Nabadda
Habiba Naigaga
Diana Murungi
Female Assistant Referees:
Lydia Nantabo Wanyama
Jane Mutonyi
Elizabeth Nassolo
Immaculate Ongiera
