The National Council of Sports has concluded a two-day consultative meeting with sports stakeholders as it moves to finalize the proposed National Sports Regulations 2025, which will govern both public and private sports facilities.
The regulations are expected to take effect this year and are aimed at improving operational standards, protecting facility users, and promoting transparency across the sports sector.
According to Brighton Barugahare, the chairperson of the task force committee, the proposed regulations are designed to address long-standing concerns around pricing, safety, and accountability in sports facility management.
“These regulations are meant to protect the public because we want to ensure that people are not overcharged when using sports facilities but to ensure proper management, safety, and accountability,” Barugahare said.
The proposals, however, drew mixed reactions from stakeholders, particularly operators of private sports facilities, some of whom expressed concern about the potential impact of stricter controls on investment.
“The National Council of Sports should not implement strict laws on the private sports facilities because if the regulations are too tight, potential sports investors may be discouraged and could pull out,” said Wagoogo George.
During the meeting, stakeholders were invited to present their views and recommendations. Moses Lubega formally submitted proposals outlining what he believes should be reflected in the final regulations before implementation.
Following the consultations, the National Council of Sports has granted stakeholders a two-week period to submit written feedback and suggestions, after which the final framework will be considered.
The consultative process is intended to strike a balance between investor interests, public protection, and sustainable sports development in Uganda.
