On Friday 30th May, 2025, at the MTN FUFA Awards 2024 held at Serena Hotel, Kampala, the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) President, Hon. Moses Magogo Hassim, continued his tradition of recognising football stakeholders for their contributions to the beautiful game in Uganda.
This year, the prestigious FUFA Presidential Award was bestowed upon Mr. Ashford Mamelodi, a renowned football administrator from Botswana.
The award acknowledges Mr. Mamelodi’s instrumental role in laying the foundation for modern-day football administration in Uganda.
His extensive experience in football development and management has had a lasting impact on the game in the country. Notably, he implemented FIFA development projects in Uganda, including the construction of the FUFA House, FUFA Technical Centre Njeru, and the artificial turf at MTN Omondi Stadium, Lugogo.
FUFA President Hon. Magogo Hassim praised Mr. Mamelodi as one of Africa’s greatest football administrators and a true friend to Ugandan football. Mr. Mamelodi’s contributions to the growth of football in Uganda span over two decades, with his association with FUFA beginning in late 90s as a FIFA Development Officer.
What’s remarkable is that both FUFA President Hon. Moses Magogo Hassim and FUFA Vice President Justus Mugisha are products of Mr. Mamelodi’s FIFA educational football instructors in administration, marketing, and communications a testament to his influence on Ugandan football’s current leadership.
In recognition of his outstanding contributions, Mr. Mamelodi was awarded the FUFA Presidential Award 2024, which will be presented to him in Botswana.
FUFA Vice President Justus Mugisha received the award on his behalf at the ceremony.
The award is a testament to Mr. Mamelodi’s dedication to the growth and development of football in Uganda and beyond.
Key highlights about Mr. Ashord Mamelodi
- Highly regarded football administrator in Africa with extensive experience in football development and management
- Instrumental in implementing FIFA development projects in Uganda
- Laid the foundation for modern-day football administration in Uganda
- Promoted the growth of football in his region (COSAFA) through various development initiatives
- Held prominent positions, including General Secretary of his country’s Football Association and COSAFA, and FIFA Development Officer
- Authored a book, ‘Protecting the Game’ sharing his experiences and lessons learned during his decade-long service
