Nakivubo Stadium
Government of Uganda | |
| Operator | Hamis Kiggundu[1][2] |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 20,000[3] |
| Construction | |
| Opened | 1 April 1926 |
| Renovated | 1954, 2013, 2017 |
| Demolished | 28 February 2017[2] (Reopened 25 April 2024)[3] |
| Construction cost | US$200,000,000 |
| Architect | Christopher Omara (Bwap Studios) |
| Tenants | |
| Simba FC KCCA FC | |
| Website | |
| https://hamzstadium.com | |
Hamz Nakivubo Stadium, formerly referred to as Nakivubo Stadium at Nakivubo War Memorial Grounds, is a
Location
The stadium is located in the Central Business District of Kampala City surrounded by Ham Shopping Grounds,[8] within a walking distance from the New Taxi Park.[9] It sits on two adjacent parcels of land measuring 11.62 acres (47,000 m2) and 0.835 acres (3,380 m2), totaling 12.455 acres (50,400 m2).[10]
History
The stadium that was initially established in 1926,[1] was improved and modernized in 1954 by the British colonial government to commemorate the lives of Ugandans killed during the Second World War following the passage of the "Nakivubo War Memorial Act" by the Parliament of Uganda.[11]
In 2000, the stadium hosted a match of the
In early 2013, the stadium was closed by the Uganda Revenue Authority for a period of about one month, over "accumulated debts." It was re-opened after payment arrangements had been agreed upon.[13]
The stadium was also shut down in May 2011, but re-opened after only a week after payment plans were negotiated.[14][15]
The stadium was reopened and hosted the third round, second leg of the CAF U-17 Championship, a game between Uganda and Zambia, on 27 September 2014.[16]
Overview
Nakivubo Stadium was developed in 1926 on land donated by the
2017 Renovations
In 2017, major renovations began at the stadium, involving improvement to the grounds, decreasing seating from 30,000 to 20,000 and the construction of retail shops inside the outside walls of the facility. The renovations were a joint venture between the government of Uganda and Ham Enterprises.[18]The reconstruction works, began in June 2017 at an estimated cost of US$200 million upon final completion.[18][19] SC Villa and Police SC moved their games as a result of the renovation.[20] 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.[21] The renovated stadium was commissioned by Yoweri Museveni, the Ugandan Head of State on 25 April 2024.[3]
References
- ^ a b c d Red Pepper (31 March 2015). "M7 Directs Ham Enterprises to Redevelop Nakivubo Stadium". Red Pepper. Mukono, Uganda. Retrieved 7 July 2017.
- ^ a b Daily Monitor (27 March 2017). "How Hamis waved Museveni's order to take over Nakivubo land". Daily Monitor. Kampala, Uganda. Retrieved 26 April 2024.
- ^ a b c d Joseph Mutebi (25 April 2024). "President Museveni Commissions Nakivubo Stadium". New Vision. Kampala, Uganda. Retrieved 25 April 2024.
- ^ Kabayo, Simon (2024-02-21). "First Lady impressed by Hamz Nakivubo stadium construction". Eagle Online. Retrieved 2024-03-19.
- ^ Newsz, Charmar (2023-12-05). "Museveni to officially open Hamz Stadium Nakivubo". Charmar. Retrieved 2024-03-19.
- ^ Mbabazi, Hannington (2024-03-08). "TOP STORY! CAF Impressed By Hamz Nakivubo Stadium Ahead of CHAN, AFCON 2027". Thecapital Times. Retrieved 2024-03-19.
- ^ SMC (2013). "Nakivubo Stadium renovations almost complete". London: Stadia-magazine.com (SMC). Retrieved 7 July 2017.
- ^ KAMOGA, JONATHAN. "Ham's shopping grounds create mixed feelings". The Observer - Uganda. Retrieved 2020-09-02.
- ^ FOAC (7 July 2017). "Sports in Uganda: Stadia in Uganda". Fortune of Africa.com (FOAC). Retrieved 7 July 2017.
- ^ Ngwomoya, Amos (28 March 2017). "How Hamis waved Museveni's order to take over Nakivubo land". Daily Monitor. Kampala. Retrieved 7 July 2017.
- ^ Manishimwe, Wilson (6 March 2017). "FDC youth mull court action over leasing of Nakivubo land". New Vision. Kampala. Retrieved 7 July 2017.
- ^ "Uganda Cranes: From using Inter Milan jerseys to powerful brand - Daily Monitor". monitor.co.ug. Retrieved 23 June 2020.
- ^ Andrew Jackson Oryada (7 May 2013). "Tax Authority Finally Re-opens Nakivubo Stadium". Kampala: Uganda Radio Network. Retrieved 7 July 2017.
- ^ Red Pepper Reporter (26 March 2013). "URA Closes Nakivubo Stadium Over Tax Areas". Red Pepper. Mukono. Retrieved 7 July 2017.
- ^ Businge, Julius (26 March 2013). "URA closes Nakivubo Stadium over unpaid taxes". The Independent (Uganda). Kampala. Retrieved 7 July 2017.
- ^ FUFA (20 September 2014). "Uganda Vs Zambia: Nakivubo Stadium To Host Return Leg". Kampala: Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA). Retrieved 7 July 2017.
- ^ Farahani Mukisa (30 March 2015). "Museveni gives away Nakivubo". Daily Monitor. Kampala, Uganda. Retrieved 7 July 2017.
- ^ a b Joan, Daniella (2023-11-08). "Uganda:President Museveni to Commission Nakivubo Stadium at Close of November 2023". Bizmart | Business in Motion. Retrieved 2023-11-12.
- ^ Eddie Ssejjoba (9 September 2017). "Nakivubo Stadium will be ready in 2019 - Bakkabulindi". New Vision. Kampala. Retrieved 30 September 2017.
- ^ Shafik Ssenoga. "SC Villa relocates to Masaka after Nakivubo eviction". New Vision. Kampala, Uganda. Retrieved 10 October 2017.
- ^ Michael Dollar Kanaabi (4 December 2023). "New Ham Nakivubo stadium almost ready". Nile Post Uganda. Kampala, Uganda. Retrieved 11 December 2023.