The government tasked Ithuba to contribute 147 Billion Shillings annually comprising 87 Billion in gaming taxes and 60 Billion in non-tax revenues. These funds, according to the Ministry, would go a long way in building sports infrastructure ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations set to be hosted by Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania in 2027.
“What do you want, why are you disturbing government” reads a message from an anonymus number sent to Hon. Ishaa Otto Amiza, the former Oyam South Member of Parliament who is also the Team Lead of Activists for Akiibua Stadium.
The legislators have threatened to petition the Confederation of African Football (CAF) with 1 million signatures from Lango residents if their demand isn't met.
Uganda, Tanzania, and neighboring Kenya have put up a joint bid before the Confederation of African Football – CAF to host the 2027 AFCON. The trio will tussle it out with three other bidders that include; Algeria, Botswana, and Egypt.
