Football Governance & Business Summit
Beyond the Pitch:
Building a Professional, Accountable, and Rights-Based Football Ecosystem in Uganda and East Africa
Where Football Meets Governance
The Football Governance & Business Summit brings together players, clubs, agents, lawyers, and regulators for an unprecedented two-day forum on professionalising Uganda's football ecosystem. From contract law to safeguarding, this summit tackles the issues that shape every career on and off the pitch.
Learn from industry leaders, network with peers, and stay ahead in the evolving world of football governance and business.
Read the Full StoryLegal Education
Rights, contracts, and dispute resolution for every stakeholder.
East Africa Focus
Cross-border regional frameworks and cross-border insights.
Safeguarding
Protecting minors in academies and youth programmes.
Professional Development
CPD-eligible sessions for sports lawyers and agents.
8 Sessions. Real Issues. Lasting Impact.
Player and Coach Contracts
Building fair, enforceable football contracts and resolving persistent disputes.
Players' Rights and Responsibilities
Balancing players' rights, responsibilities, and professional discipline.
Dispute Resolution Mechanisms
Navigating procedures, forums, and enforcement in football disputes.
Agent Regulation & Representation of Minors
Managing agent conflicts of interest and safeguarding minor players.
Safeguarding in Football Academies
Protecting young athletes and enforcing safeguarding standards.
Women in Football
Advancing women’s participation, rights and professional growth.
Football Governance and Compliance
Strengthening transparency, accountability and regulatory compliance.
Career Management & Financial Literacy
From short-term careers to long-term stability and player financial planning.
World-Class Voices on Football Governance
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John Ohaga SC.
CAS Arbitrator
Senior partner - TripleOK Law Firm - Kenya
Dispute Resolution Mechanisms in Football
Khayran Noor.
Founder
Sports Legal- Kenya
Women in Football
Carloline Mwazia.
International Sports & FIFA Agent
CAS Ad Hoc Clerk
Agent Regulation & Representation of Minors
Swagath Chanila Ramachandra.
Associate
Parmars Sports Law
Agent Regulation & Representation of Minors
Pius C Ndubuokwu.
Managing Counsel & Founder
PCN Sportiva & Football Law Annual Moot- Nigeria
Player and Coach Contracts
Mohammed Mitwally.
Founder and Legal Counsel
Mitwally Sports Law & Zamalek SC
Football Governance and Compliance
Peter Mshikilwa.
CAS Arbitrator and President
ESport Federation of Tanzania
Football Governance and Compliance
Brenda Patience Kyomugisha.
Child Protection expert & National Coordinator
Justice for Children
Safeguarding in Football Academies
Sarah Solémalé.
Legal & Governance Executive
Football Governance and Compliance
More speakers being confirmed. Check back soon.
Lineup expanding soon
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This Summit Is For You
50+ pro players
Footballers
Know your rights, protect your future
Coaches
Understand your legal obligations
Agents
Stay compliant with FIFA regulations
Sports Lawyers
Expand your practice in football law
Parents
Safeguard your child's football journey
Club Officials
Build governance frameworks that last
Academy Owners
Implement safeguarding and compliance systems
200+ academy players
Backed by Leaders in Football
Join the brands shaping football governance across East Africa.
More sponsors are being added to the programme.
Join Uganda's most important football governance event. Limited sponsorship tiers available.
Become a SponsorSecure Your Place
Two ticket tiers designed to make the summit accessible to all football stakeholders.
Ugandan Delegate
For Ugandans
UGX 150,000
per delegate
- Full 2-day access
- Summit materials
- Lunch & refreshments
- Certificate of attendance
- Networking sessions
International Delegate
For international participants
USD 80
per delegate
- Full 2-day access
- Summit materials
- Lunch & refreshments
- Certificate of attendance
- Networking sessions