Uncertainty looms over Uganda’s netball community as several key candidates have withdrawn from the upcoming Uganda Netball Federation elections, scheduled for October 26th.
The withdrawals come amidst growing concerns about transparency and the fairness of the electoral process, casting doubt on the future governance of the sport.
Among the prominent figures stepping out of the race is Mudhasi Ronald, who was vying for the position of Eastern Regional Chair.
However, the most notable withdrawal came from Brigadier Flavia Byekwaso, the former acting President of the Uganda Netball Federation.
Byekwaso, a key contender for the federation’s leadership, had been expected to make a strong return. In a statement to her supporters, she expressed gratitude for their faith in her leadership and reiterated her dedication to the growth of netball in Uganda.
Byekwaso did not mince words in her criticism of the election process, singling out Moses Mwase, the President of the Normalisation Committee.
She accused Mwase of mishandling the governance of the sport, citing his unprofessional and non-collaborative approach as one of the reasons for her decision to step down.
Also withdrawing from the race is Harriet Margaret Apolot, a representative from the Uganda Secondary Schools Sports Association. Apolot, who was running for the position of Vice President, expressed similar frustrations with the electoral process.
The withdrawals have raised concerns about the legitimacy of the upcoming elections, with critics pointing to exclusionary guidelines and procedural irregularities that may affect the sport’s leadership going forward.
Despite the withdrawals, the elections are still set to take place on October 26th.
