{{Short description|Stadium in Kampala, Uganda}} {{Infobox venue | name = Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo War Memorial Grounds | image = Night aerial view of Hamz Stadium in Nakivubo Kampala.jpg | caption = '''[[Confederation of African Football|CAF]]''' {{rating|2|4}} | city = Kampala | country = Uganda | location = Nakivubo War Memorial Grounds<br/>[[Kampala]], | pushpin_map = Uganda Kampala | coordinates = {{Coord|0.311667|32.573611|type:landmark|display=inline,title}} | opened = {{Start date|1926|04|01|df=y}} | renovated = 1954, 2013, 2017 | reopened = {{Start date|2024|06|01|df=y}} | demolished = 28 February 2017<ref name="MonitoR">{{cite web |url=https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/special-reports/how-hamis-waved-museveni-s-order-to-take-over-nakivubo-land-1694204 | title=How Hamis waved Museveni's order to take over Nakivubo land | work=[[Daily Monitor]] |date=27 March 2017 |author=Daily Monitor |access-date=26 April 2024 |location=Kampala, Uganda}}</ref> ([[Contract|Commissioned]] 25 April 2024)<ref name="CapR">{{cite web| url=https://constructionreviewonline.com/news/nakivubo-stadium-nakivubo-war-memorial-stadium-in-kampala-uganda/ |title=President Museveni Commissions Nakivubo Stadium |work=[[New Vision]] |date=25 April 2024 |author=Joseph Mutebi |access-date=25 April 2024 |location=Kampala, Uganda}}</ref> | owner = [[Government of Uganda]] | operator = [[Hamis Kiggundu|Dr. Hamis Kiggundu]]<ref name="Start"/><ref name="MonitoR"/> | surface = [[AstroTurf]] | construction_cost = US$200,000,000 | architect = '''Christopher Omara''' ''(Bwap Studios)'' | structural_engineer = '''Ivan Ssewankambo''' ''(ISB Construction Ltd)'' | former_names = Nakivubo Stadium | address = Nakivubo War Memorial Grounds | dimensions = {{convert|115|x|74|yd|m|abbr=on}} | tenants = [[Express FC]] (2024–present)<br /> [[Uganda Revenue Authority SC|URA FC]] (2024–present) | website = [https://hamzstadium.com Home Page] | seating_capacity = 35,000<ref>https://stadiumdb.com/stadiums/uga/hamz_stadium</ref> | suites = 40 }} [[File:Yoweri Museveni cutting a ribbon during the opening of Hamz stadium.jpg|thumb|280x280px|'''President Museveni Commissioning the Stadium on April 25, 2024''']] '''Hamz Stadium''', '''Nakivubo War Memorial Grounds''', formerly referred to as Nakivubo Stadium is a [[multi-purpose stadium]] in [[Kampala]], [[Uganda]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Kabayo |first=Simon |date=2024-02-21 |title=First Lady impressed by Hamz Nakivubo stadium construction |website=Eagle Online |language=en-GB |url=https://eagle.co.ug/2024/02/21/first-lady-impressed-by-hamz-nakivubo-stadium-construction/ |access-date=2024-03-19 }}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Newsz |first=Charmar |date=2023-12-05 |title=Museveni to officially open Hamz Stadium Nakivubo |url=https://charmarnews.com/museveni-to-officially-open-hamz-stadium-nakivubo/ |access-date=2024-03-19 |website=Charmar |language=en-US}}</ref> The Hamz Stadium is used mostly for [[association football]] and also sometimes for [[basketball]].
Following extensive renovations led by businessman Haji [[Hamis Kiggundu|Dr. Hamis Kiggundu]] in partnership with the [[Ugandan government]], the stadium was upgraded to meet [[Confederation of African Football|Confederation of African Football (CAF)]] requirements.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Ssenoga |first=Shafik |date=2025-03-01 |title=Sports: Hamz Stadium achieves CAF Category 2 status, joins Africa's elite football venues |url=https://www.newvision.co.ug/category/sports/hamz-stadium-achieves-caf-category-2-status-j-NV_206000_022026 |access-date=2026-02-22 |website=New Vision}}</ref> The facility auditioned with significant events like [[U-17 Africa Cup of Nations|CAF U17]] and [[2024 African Nations Championship|CHAN 2024]] in December 2024<ref name=":3">{{Cite web |date=2024-12-26 |title=2024 CHAN Qualifiers: Uganda edge Burundi in first leg at Hamz Stadium |url=https://www.fufa.co.ug/2024-chan-qualifiers-uganda-edge-burundi-in-first-leg-at-hamz-stadium/ |access-date=2024-12-29 |website=FUFA UGANDA}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Mbabazi |first=Hannington |date=2024-03-08 |title=TOP STORY! CAF Impressed By Hamz Nakivubo Stadium Ahead of CHAN, AFCON 2027 |url=https://thecapitaltimes.co.ug/2024/03/08/top-story-caf-impressed-by-hamz-nakivubo-stadium-ahead-of-chan-afcon-2027/ |access-date=2024-03-19 |website=Thecapital Times |language=en-US}}</ref> which were among the first major international fixtures hosted at the renovated stadium. It is slated to host the [[AFCON|AFCON2027]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-08-28 |title=[PHOTOS] Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda battle for the biggest stadia in EAC |url=https://www.pulse.co.ke/story/biggest-stadia-in-kenya-uganda-and-tanzania-2025082813335070277 |access-date=2026-02-22 |website=Pulse Kenya |language=en}}</ref> As of December 2024; Two Uganda premier league clubs [[Uganda Revenue Authority SC|URA FC]] and [[Express FC]] use Hamz stadium as their home ground.<ref>{{Cite web |title=URA FC Returns to Nakivubo Stadium for 2024/25 Season – THE TAX COLLECTORS |url=https://urafc.co.ug/ura-fc-returns-to-nakivubo-stadium-for-2024-25-season/ |access-date=2024-10-08 |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Kironde |first=Baron |date=2024-07-16 |title=URA Find New Home Ahead Of 2024/25 Season |url=https://sportsnation.co.ug/2024/07/16/ura-find-new-home-ahead-of-2023-24-season/ |access-date=2024-10-08 |website=Live from ground |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-07-16 |title=Express FC to use Nakivubo for the upcoming 2024-2025 season |url=https://www.independent.co.ug/express-fc-to-use-nakivubo-for-the-upcoming-2024-2025-season/ |access-date=2024-10-08 |website=The Independent Uganda |language=en-US}}</ref> The stadium was commissioned by [[Yoweri Museveni|President Museveni]] on 25 April 2024.<ref>{{Cite web |last=PPU |date=2024-04-25 |title=President Museveni Commissions Nakivubo War Memorial Stadium |url=https://statehouse.go.ug/president-museveni-commissions-nakivubo-war-memorial-stadium/ |access-date=2024-05-08 |website=State House Uganda |language=en-US}}</ref> It has a total seating capacity of 35000 people.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Hamz Stadium (Nakivubo Stadium) – StadiumDB.com |url=https://stadiumdb.com/stadiums/uga/hamz_stadium |access-date=2025-08-02 |website=stadiumdb.com}}</ref>
==Location== The stadium is located in the [[Kampala Central Division|Central Business District of Kampala City]] at Nakivubo War Memorial Grounds, surrounded by Ham Shopping Grounds,<ref>{{Cite web|last=KAMOGA|first=JONATHAN|title=Ham's shopping grounds create mixed feelings|url=https://observer.ug/business/55964-ham-s-shopping-grounds-create-mixed-feelings.html|access-date=2020-09-02|website=The Observer - Uganda|date=15 November 2017|language=en-gb|archive-date=2021-06-09|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210609085918/https://observer.ug/business/55964-ham-s-shopping-grounds-create-mixed-feelings.html|url-status=dead}}</ref> within a walking distance from the New Taxi Park.<ref>{{cite web|accessdate=7 July 2017 |url=http://fortuneofafrica.com/ug/sports-in-uganda/|title=Sports in Uganda: Stadia in Uganda|author=FOAC|publisher=Fortune of Africa.com (FOAC)|date=7 July 2017}}</ref> It sits on two adjacent parcels of land measuring {{convert|11.62|acre|m2}} and {{convert|0.835|acre|m2}}, totaling {{convert|12.455|acre|m2}}.<ref name="How">{{cite web| date=28 March 2017 | url=http://www.monitor.co.ug/SpecialReports/Hamis-waved-Museveni-s-Nakivubo-land/688342-3867160-tuytptz/index.html| title=How Hamis waved Museveni's order to take over Nakivubo land |accessdate=7 July 2017 |location=Kampala | newspaper=[[Daily Monitor]] | first=Amos |last=Ngwomoya}}</ref>
==History== ===Early Development === Originally established in 1926 on land donated by the [[Kabaka of Buganda]].<ref name="Start">{{cite web |author=Red Pepper |date=31 March 2015 |title=M7 Directs Ham Enterprises to Redevelop Nakivubo Stadium |url=https://www.redpepper.co.ug/m7-directs-ham-enterprises-to-re-develop-nakivubo-stadium/ |access-date=7 July 2017 |work=[[Red Pepper (newspaper)|Red Pepper]] |location=Mukono, Uganda}}</ref> It hosted its first match on 1 April 1926 between the Uganda National Team and the Under-18 National team of Uganda.<ref>{{Cite web |title=History |url=https://www.fufa.co.ug/national-teams/uganda-cranes/history/ |access-date=2024-05-31 |website=FUFA: Federation of Uganda Football Associations |language=en-US}}</ref>
It became a central venue for football in Uganda, hosting various local and international matches.<ref name="monitor">{{cite web |title=Uganda Cranes: From using Inter Milan jerseys to powerful brand - Daily Monitor |url=https://www.monitor.co.ug/Sports/Soccer/Uganda-Cranes--From-using-Inter-Milan-jerseys-to-powerful-brand/690266-3371670-c80mj3z/index.html |accessdate=23 June 2020 |website=monitor.co.ug}}</ref>
In 1954, the stadium was renamed Nakivubo War Memorial Stadium to honor Ugandan soldiers who lost their lives during World War II. The renaming followed legislative action under the '''Nakivubo War Memorial Stadium Trust Act''' passed by the Parliament of Uganda.<ref>{{Cite book |url=https://ulii.org/akn/ug/act/ord/1953/20/eng@2000-12-31 |title=Nakivubo War Memorial Stadium Trust Act |date=2000-12-31 |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Reporter |first=Express |date=2021-06-16 |title=PICTORIAL: Tycoon Ham delivers update on the progress of Nakivubo Stadium construction |url=https://dailyexpress.co.ug/2021/06/16/pictorial-tycoon-ham-delivers-update-on-the-progress-of-nakivubo-stadium-construction/ |access-date=2025-01-01 |website=Daily Express |language=en-GB}}</ref> It was later renamed Nakivubo Stadium at Nakivubo War Memorial Grounds.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Namwanje |first=Salmah |date=2024-07-22 |title=Nakivubo war memorial stadium, a legacy of history |url=https://nilepost.co.ug/news/208342/nakivubo-war-memorial-stadium,-a-legacy-of-history |access-date=2025-01-01 |website=Nilepost News |language=en}}</ref>
However, by the early 21st century, the stadium had fallen into disrepair, reflecting the broader challenges of maintaining public infrastructure in Kampala.<ref>{{cite web |last=Manishimwe |first=Wilson |date=6 March 2017 |title=FDC youth mull court action over leasing of Nakivubo land |url=http://www.newvision.co.ug/new_vision/news/1447857/fdc-youth-mull-court-action-leasing-nakivubo-land |accessdate=7 July 2017 |newspaper=[[New Vision]] |location=Kampala}}</ref>
==Redevelopment== [[File:Hamis Kiggundu presenting to Yoweri Museveni.jpg|thumb|[[Hamis Kiggundu|Dr. Hamis Kiggundu]] presents a redevelopment proposal to [[Yoweri Museveni|President Museveni]] in Dec 2014]] [[File:Janet Museveni inspecting Nakivubo Stadium on 20 February 2024 02.jpg|thumb|293x293px|Hamis Kiggundu with the Ugandan First Lady and minister of Education and Sports during Stadium Inspection in February 2024]] In 2015, Ham Enterprises, led by Haji [[Hamis Kiggundu|Dr. Hamis Kiggundu]], collaborated with the Ugandan government to renovate and upgrade the stadium.<ref name="Away">{{cite web |author=Farahani Mukisa |date=30 March 2015 |title=Museveni gives away Nakivubo |url=http://www.monitor.co.ug/News/National/Museveni-gives-away-Nakivubo/-/688334/2669914/-/pkmygpz/-/index.html |access-date=7 July 2017 |work=[[Daily Monitor]] |location=Kampala, Uganda}}</ref> In 2017, all the deteriorated structures were completely demolished, followed by the commencement of new construction works.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Isabirye |first=David |date=2017-02-28 |title=Nakivubo stadium sealed off, terraces demolished |url=http://kawowo.com/2017/02/28/nakivubo-stadium-sealed-off-terraces-demolished/ |access-date=2024-05-31 |website=Kawowo Sports |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-01-15 |title=Nakivubo stadium sealed off as demolition starts |url=https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/nakivubo-stadium-sealed-off-as-demolition-starts-1689982 |access-date=2024-05-31 |website=Monitor |language=en}}</ref> In December 2023, the Nile Post a Ugandan online publication, reported that after the ongoing renovations were completed the name of the stadium would be changed to ''Hamz Stadium Nakivubo''.<ref name="NameR">{{cite web |author=Michael Dollar Kanaabi |date=4 December 2023 |title=New Ham Nakivubo stadium almost ready |url=https://nilepost.co.ug/2023/12/04/new-ham-nakivubo-stadium-almost-ready/ |access-date=11 December 2023 |work=Nile Post Uganda |location=Kampala, Uganda}}</ref> The renovated stadium was commissioned by [[Yoweri Museveni]], the Ugandan Head of State on 25 April 2024.<ref name="CapR" /> The renovated stadium has a seating capacity of 35,000, broken down as follows (i) 20,000 ordinary seats (ii) 10,000 VIP seats (iii) 5,000 VVIP seats and (iv) 40 executive boxes<ref name="NewcapR">{{cite web |author=New Vision |date=24 May 2024 |title=Countdown To Grand Opening of Nakivubo Stadium |url=https://www.newvision.co.ug/category/sports/countdown-to-grand-opening-of-nakivubo-stadiu-NV_188827 |access-date=28 May 2024 |work=[[New Vision]] |location=Kampala, Uganda}}</ref> and other added modern facilities, with a total investment approximately US$200 million.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-12-05 |title=Museveni to officially open Hamz Stadium Nakivubo |url=https://charmarnews.com/museveni-to-officially-open-hamz-stadium-nakivubo/ |access-date=2026-02-22 |website=Charmar |language=en-US}}</ref>
===Features and Facilities=== The new stadium includes a football pitch certified by [[FIFA]], athletics tracks, a basketball court, and a boxing ring. It also includes VIP lounges, executive boxes, and health and emergency facilities.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Mujuni |first=Oscar Diego |date=2024-05-14 |title=Nakivubo Stadium Set for Grand Reopening on June 1st |url=https://nbssport.co.ug/2024/05/14/nakivubo-stadium-set-for-grand-reopening-on-june-1st/ |access-date=2024-05-31 |website=NBS Sport |language=en-US}}</ref> The artificial playing turf was certified by FIFA for the period 4 October 2024 to 3 October 2027.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Nsubuga |first=Micheal |date=8 October 2024 |title=FIFA certify Hamz stadium playing turf |work=New vision |pages=40}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Uganda |first=TheSpy |date=2024-10-07 |title=Finally: FIFA Clears Hamz Nakivubo War Memorial Stadium To Host International Matches - TheSpy |url=https://www.spyuganda.com/finally-fifa-clears-hamz-nakivubo-war-memorial-stadium-to-host-international-matches/ |access-date=2024-10-08 |language=en-GB}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-10-08 |title=FIFA certifies Hamz Stadium Turf |url=https://www.pmldaily.com/sports/2024/10/fifa-certifies-hamz-stadium-turf.html |access-date=2024-10-08 |website=PML Daily |language=en-US}}</ref>
==Opening Ceremony == The stadium was officially opened on 1 June 2024 in Kampala. The ceremony began at 7:00 PM and included a 10-minute fireworks display.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Hamz Stadium Nakivubo Opens Doors, Marking a New Dawn for Ugandan Sports and Entertainment – The Ankole Times |url=https://theankoletimes.co.ug/news/hamz-stadium-nakivubo-opens-doors-marking-a-new-dawn-for-ugandan-sports-and-entertainment/ |access-date=2024-06-06 |website=theankoletimes.co.ug|date=6 June 2024 }}</ref> During the opening event [[Uganda Revenue Authority SC|URA FC]] defeated [[Kitara FC]] with a 3–0 in a football match. The ceremony also featured musical performances by Ugandan artists including [[Rema Namakula]], [[Eddy Kenzo]], Cindy, [[Bebe Cool]], Alien Skin, among others.<ref>{{Cite web |last=REPORTER |first=LILIAN MUWONGE {{!}} UG STANDARD |date=2024-06-06 |title=Hamz Stadium Nakivubo War Memorial Grounds Reopens in Grand Style |url=https://www.ugstandard.com/hamz-stadium-nakivubo-war-memorial-grounds-reopens-in-grand-style/ |access-date=2024-06-06 |website=UG Standard - Latest News |language=en-US}}</ref> The event included football and boxing competitions. [[SC Villa]] won the football match, while Zahara Nandawula won in amateur boxing and Isaac Zebra Jr. won in professional boxing.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Vibe |first=SPINERS |date=2024-06-06 |title=Hamz Stadium Nakivubo: A New Dawn For Ugandan Sports Culture And Entertainment {{!}} SPINERS |url=https://spiners.net/hamz-stadium-nakivubo-a-new-dawn-for-ugandan-sports-culture-and-entertainment/ |access-date=2024-06-06 |website=spiners.net |language=en-US}}</ref> Security for the event was provided by the [[Uganda People's Defence Force|Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF)]]. During the ceremony, one spectator required medical attention and was treated on-site.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |last=NINSIIMA |first=JULIAN |date=2024-06-06 |title=Uganda's Hamz Stadium Nakivubo officially opens its doors |url=https://www.pmldaily.com/sports/2024/06/ugandas-hamz-stadium-nakivubo-officially-opens-its-doors.html |access-date=2024-06-06 |website=PML Daily |language=en-US}}</ref> The opening ceremony was attended by several public officials, including Vice Presidents: [[Gilbert Bukenya]] and [[Edward Kiwanuka Ssekandi]], FUFA President [[Moses Magogo Hassim|Moses Magogo]], and [[Vision Group]] CEO Don Wanyama. Attendees were provided with food and refreshments during the event.<ref name=":2">{{Cite web |last=Asiteza |first=Remmy |date=2024-06-06 |title=Hamz Stadium Nakivubo: A new dawn for Ugandan sports culture and entertainment |url=https://dailyexpress.co.ug/2024/06/06/hamz-stadium-nakivubo-a-new-dawn-for-ugandan-sports-culture-and-entertainment/ |access-date=2024-06-06 |website=Daily Express |language=en-US}}</ref> In remarks at the event, [[Hamis Kiggundu|Dr. Hamis Kiggundu]] stated that the stadium was prepared to host future sports and cultural activities.<ref name=":2" /> The opening ceremony concluded at 5:30 AM following a series of sporting and entertainment activities.<ref name=":1" />
==FIFA Certification== In October 2024, [[FIFA]] certified the artificial turf at Hamz Stadium. According to a certificate signed by FIFA President [[Gianni Infantino]], the playing surface met the organisation's requirements for international matches.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Buule |first=Kizito Moses |date=2024-10-07 |title=A New Era for Ugandan Football: FIFA President Certifies Hamz Nakivubo War Memorial Stadium |url=https://www.watchdoguganda.com/business/20241007/172862/a-new-era-for-ugandan-football-fifa-president-certifies-hamz-nakivubo-war-memorial-stadium.html |access-date=2024-11-22 |website=Watchdog Uganda |language=en-GB}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Nsubuga |first=Micheal |date=2024-10-08 |title=FIFA CERTIFIES HAMZ STADIUM TURF |url=https://www.newvision.co.ug/category/sports/fifa-certify-hamz-stadium-turf-NV_197353 |access-date=2024-11-22 |website=New Vision}}</ref> The certification allows the stadium to host international fixtures in accordance with FIFA regulations. It has been cited in relation to Uganda's preparations for the [[2027 Africa Cup of Nations]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-10-10 |title=What certification of Hamz stadium turf system means for Uganda |url=https://www.independent.co.ug/what-certification-of-hamz-stadium-turf-system-means-for-uganda/ |access-date=2024-11-22 |website=The Independent Uganda |language=en-US}}</ref>
===Socioeconomic Impact=== [[File:Aerial View of Hamz Stadium Fireworks Display During Grand Opening.jpg|thumb|280x280px|'''Stadium Grand Opening on June 1, 2024''']] According to The Spy Uganda and the [[New Vision]], the redevelopment created temporary construction employment and increased commercial activity in the surrounding area.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=Uganda |first=TheSpy |date=2024-02-21 |title=Uganda Is Proud Of You- First Lady Janet Museveni Commends Hamis Kiggundu For Investing In Nakivubo Stadium - TheSpy |url=https://www.spyuganda.com/uganda-is-proud-of-you-first-lady-janet-museveni-commends-hamis-kiggundu-for-investing-in-nakivubo-stadium/ |access-date=2024-05-31 |language=en-GB}}</ref> Officials stated that the stadium may host future international events.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Reporter |first=NewVision |date=2024-02-20 |title=Sports: First Lady praises Kiggundu for Nakivubo Stadium development |url=https://www.newvision.co.ug/category/sports/first-lady-praises-kiggundu-for-nakivubo-stad-NV_181676_022026 |access-date=2026-02-22 |website=New Vision}}</ref>
==Football Events== The facility is set to host major sporting events, including [[Africa Cup of Nations|AFCON 2027]] and has already held the [[African Nations Championship|CHAN 2024]] and [[U-17 Africa Cup of Nations|CAF U-17]] highlighting Uganda's capacity to organize international sports competitions.<ref>{{Cite web |title=CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations |url=https://www.cafonline.com/caf-u-17-africa-cup-of-nations/ |access-date=2024-12-29 |website=CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations |language=en-GB}}</ref><ref name=":3" /><ref>{{Cite web |last=Buule |first=Kizito Moses |date=2024-03-08 |title=CAF Inspects Ham's Nakivubo Stadium Ahead of CHAN and AFCON 2027 |url=https://www.watchdoguganda.com/sports/20240308/166104/caf-inspects-hams-nakivubo-stadium-ahead-of-chan-and-afcon-2027.html |access-date=2024-05-31 |website=Watchdog Uganda |language=en-GB}}</ref>
==Controversies== The renovation project faced initial skepticism and resistance from local communities and market vendors, concerned about the potential loss of heritage and public space.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Dollar |first=Michael Kanaabi |date=2023-12-04 |title=New Ham Nakivubo stadium almost ready |url=https://nilepost.co.ug/sports/181499/new-ham-nakivubo-stadium-almost-ready |access-date=2024-05-31 |website=Nilepost News |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=President Museveni commissions Nakivubo War Memorial Stadium |url=https://www.nrm.ug/blog/president-museveni-commissions-nakivubo-war-memorial-stadium |access-date=2024-05-31 |website=President Museveni commissions Nakivubo War Memorial Stadium {{!}} National Resistance Movement |language=en}}</ref>
== Recognition == In January 2025, Hamz Stadium was included in the shortlist for [[StadiumDB.com]]'s annual [[Stadium of the Year]] public poll, which recognizes football venues completed in the preceding calendar year.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Stadium of the Year 2024 |url=https://stadiumdb.com/competitions/stadium_of_the_year_2024 |access-date=2025-02-12 |website=stadiumdb.com |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Asiteza |first=Remmy |date=2025-02-06 |title=Hamz Stadium nominated in 2024 World Stadium of the Year Awards |url=https://dailyexpress.co.ug/2025/02/06/hamz-stadium-nominated-in-2024-world-stadium-of-the-year-awards/ |access-date=2025-02-12 |website=Daily Express |language=en-GB}}</ref> The award is decided by a global public vote organized by StadiumDB.com and its affiliated platforms.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Eye |first=Whisper |date=2025-02-12 |title=Hamz Stadium: A Beacon of Ugandan Football Nominated for Global Award |url=https://whispereyenews.com/2025/02/12/hamz-stadium-a-beacon-of-ugandan-football-nominated-for-global-award/ |access-date=2025-02-12 |website=Whisper Eye |language=en-US}}</ref>[[File:Yoweri Museveni Touring Hamz stadium with Hamis Kiggundu.jpg|thumb|322x322px|President Museveni Touring the Stadium Facilities With the developer Hamis Kiggundu]]
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==External links== *[https://www.pmldaily.com/sports/2021/06/pictorial-nakivubo-stadium-takes-shape.html Nakivubo Stadium takes shape] *[https://www.pmldaily.com/sports/2018/11/first-lady-makes-maiden-visit-to-check-on-the-progress-of-nakivubo-stadium.html First Lady makes maiden visit to check on the progress of Nakivubo stadium] {{2027 Africa Cup of Nations stadiums}}
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