The Local Organizing Committee (LOC) for CHAN PAMOJA 2024 has banned use of vuvuzelas at Nambole Stadium for safety reasons.
According to Dennis Muyinda they received feedback from the public about displeasure regarding the ban on allowing vuvuzelas into the stadium.
The other prohibited items include whistles, Face masks, Laser pointers, weapons, sharp objects, tools including the Swiss Army knife,Cigarettes, Lighters or matches, Alcohol or narcotics, food, food containers, or cutlery, articles with inappropriate discriminatory, offensive, or politically motivated messages, Umbrellas and helmets, inflatable items, pets, Flags or banners larger than 1 metreby-2 metres, Professional cameras, flammable substances,Promotional material for any business.
“The public should note that the prohibition of the above items is both for the good and safety of all – the young and old, that come to have a memorable experience of being in a stadium to watch a match from the stands. Though some of these prohibited items have been associated with being a symbol of in-stadia fan experience in some cultural contexts, there is good scientific evidence that they pose health risks,”Muyinda said.
Muyinda said evidence shows that vuvuzelas produce dangerously high levels of noise; enough to cause temporary hearing loss that can become permanent if one attends 3 to 5 events with vuvuzela noise in proximity.
’To put the noise generated by the vuvuzela into perspective, the vuvuzela generates noise of 131 decibels compared with a jet engine noise of 130 to 140 decibels when the airplane is taking off,”Muyinda explained.
These guidelines for safety apply not only at Namboole but also at the various fan zones and parks that have been held around the various regional cities, KCCA, and King’s Park Arena in Bweyogerere, Kira Municipality.Established under Gazette General Notice 686 of 2025
Fans also advised to avoid carrying a lot of cash with in your pockets. Carry enough for drinks and snacks in the stadium and transport.
“Your safety is the beginning of a great experience. We look forward to seeing you tomorrow at Namboole stadium for Match Day Three that has two matches to be played. The first match starts at 5 p.m. with South Africa vs. Guinea followed by Uganda vs. Niger at 8 p.m,” Muyinda stressed.
The ticket prices per Match Day remain: Ordinary ticket at Shs. 10,000/=, Silver ticket at Shs. 30,000/=, and Premium goes for Shs. 50,000/=. The payment platforms are MTN MoMo, Airtel Money, and Payment with a Bank Card (Visa or MasterCard).
