The Mama Baker Kazibwe Award for The Best Female Team

In a sport often overshadowed by its male counterparts, there stands a towering figure who shattered norms and redefined what it meant to support, lead, and build women’s football in Uganda: Mama Baker Kazibwe.

A name deeply rooted in the soul of Ugandan football, she wasn’t just a cheerleader for Express FC and the Uganda Cranes; she was the heartbeat of women’s football development in the 1990s. With relentless spirit and passion, Mama Baker inspired pioneers like Oliver Mbekeka and Harriet Kayonjo, and co-founded the Kampala Women Football Club, Uganda’s first women’s football team. Alongside Winnie Nakafeero and Coach Paul Ssali, she planted the seeds of a legacy that has blossomed into the current powerhouse clubs we celebrate today. Her loyalty even in the face of political persecution including wrongful detention under Idi Amin’s regime only amplified her legendary status.

In her honor, the Mama Baker Kazibwe Award for the Best Female’s Team seeks to recognize
the club that has embodied excellence, resilience, and progress in the beautiful game just as Mama Baker did.

And the Nominees Are…

Kawempe Muslim Ladies Football Club, The Valley Warriors

Kawempe Muslim LFC delivered a masterclass in football dominance last season, clinching their fifth FUFA Women’s Super League title in dramatic fashion on the final day. Their 2-0 win
against Kampala Queens wasn’t just a victory; it was a statement. Beyond borders, they flew
Uganda’s flag high at the CECAFA Women’s CAF Champions League Zonal Qualifiers in Ethiopia, finishing third with a 2-0 win over Simba Queens. Grit. Glory. Growth. That’s Kawempe.

She Corporate FC
From relegation heartbreak to double champions in a single season, She Corporate’s comeback is the stuff of legends. Under Coach Isa Hassan, they reclaimed their place in the top tier after defeating Olila High School in a tense final that ended 6-5 on penalties. But they didn’t stop there they conquered the FUFA Women Super Cup, defeating Rhines SS WFC again via penalties. With two trophies in 2024 and their goalkeeper Nalongo Hadijah crowned Best
Goalkeeper, She Corporate wrote their redemption song in bold.

Amus College WFC (Byafaayo Queens)
In their first-ever promotion to the FUFA Women’s Super League, Amus College stunned Tooro Queens with a 2-0 win, thanks to a dazzling brace from star forward Shayline Opisa who also bagged the Golden Boot in the FUFA Women Elite League. A team full of heart and hunger, Amus College is ready to challenge the status quo.

Rhines SS WFC
Although their league form faltered, Rhines SS WFC proved themselves cup contenders. Under
Coach Bright Nyanzi Taddeo, they reached their first-ever FUFA Women’s Cup final, pushing
She Corporate all the way to penalties after a tense 120-minute battle. Their Forward Amina
Nababi emerged top scorer and MVP further proof that diamonds shine even in defeat.

The Spirit of Mama Baker Lives On
Every nominee reflects a different shade of Mama Baker’s legacy — be it Kawempe’s
dominance, She Corporate’s resilience, Amus College’s inspiring rise, or Rhines’ underdog grit.
This award isn’t just about lifting trophies — it’s about lifting the spirit of women’s football in
Uganda. As we honor these phenomenal teams, we honor a woman whose vision made all this possible.

In Mama Baker’s name, the game lives on — stronger, louder, and undeniably female.