The Local Organizing Committee (LOC) for the CHAN-2024 tournament in Uganda has addressed public concerns over security and ticketing ahead of Match Day Six, scheduled for Saturday, 23rd August 2025, at Namboole Stadium.
In a press release issued on Friday, 22nd August, the LOC responded to circulating social media videos claiming acts of violence, robberies, and bodily injuries against fans during the match between Uganda and South Africa on 18th August 2025.
The videos, mostly originating from TikTok, also carried political insinuations and calls for Uganda’s disqualification from the 2027 AFCON tournament.
“The Uganda Police Force has clarified that these allegations are unfounded, baseless, reckless, alarmist, propagandist, and misleading,’’ the Committee said.
The LOC reassured fans that robust security measures, combining both overt and covert operations, are in place to ensure the safety of supporters in the stadium, at exits, and on surrounding routes.
Fans have been reminded that the National Sports Act of 2023 strictly prohibits any acts of violence or hooliganism during sports events.
‘’Those found violating the law risk severe penalties, including fines of up to UGX 9.6 million, imprisonment for up to ten years, or both,’’ read the statement.
The LOC advised fans to avoid aggressive behaviour towards officials, security personnel, and fellow fans, use disposable cups for all drinks purchased within the stadium and refrain from carrying any bottles, including mineral water, to their seats.
On ticketing, the LOC clarified that all CHAN-2024 tickets are managed exclusively by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and must be purchased online, following a decision after Match Day One to eliminate physical ticket sales.
The LOC urged fans to continue observing discipline and respect at Namboole Stadium as the tournament progresses.
According to Dr. Dennis K. Mugimba, Chairperson of the Communications and Signage Sub-Committee, CAF carries out risk assessments of its online ticketing platform to guard against threats that could disrupt fans’ experience. One such threat is bulk purchasing aimed at financially exploiting fans.
CAF already issued an existent law limiting ticket purchases to three per person per transaction and introduced online queueing to prevent system overload.
The LOC reiterated that anyone buying physical or digital tickets outside the official platform risks purchasing fake or duplicate tickets.
Section 65 of the National Sports Act, 2023, prohibits the exploitation of fans, and violators face fines of up to UGX 9.6 million, imprisonment for up to ten years, or both. Courts may also order compensation to victims.
