Cricket Uganda outlines vision in talks with ICC Chairman Jay Shah

In a strategic meeting during the U19 World Cup, Uganda emphasized infrastructure and high-performance priorities as it positions itself to lead African cricket’s next phase of growth

Jay Shah with Africa Cricket Association leaders at Namibia Cricket Ground during ICC U19 Men's Cricket World Cup 2026 preparations

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Cricket Uganda reinforced its leadership role in African cricket through high-level discussions with ICC Chairman Jay Shah, marking a decisive step in the country’s sporting journey.

The meeting placed Uganda’s priorities at the forefront, with infrastructure development and high-performance support recognized as critical pillars for growth, competitiveness, and credibility.

Cricket Uganda Chairman Kavuma Jackson reflected on the engagement, stating:

Our discussions with the ICC Chairman-Jay Shah, focused on infrastructure and high-performance support as critical pillars for Uganda’s growth, competitiveness, and credibility as a cricketing nation. The future of the game depends on collective alignment, shared vision, and decisions made in the national interest.

Uganda’s voice carried strongly in the dialogue, emphasizing its readiness to build modern facilities and establish systems that nurture elite talent.

Uganda positioned itself as a partner in shaping the continent’s cricket future, aligning national ambitions with the ICC’s global vision.

Jay Shah also met leaders from the Africa Cricket Association and attended the U19 World Cup at Cricket Namibia’s new Namibia Cricket Ground (NCG), underscoring the ICC’s commitment to supporting cricket across Africa.

Within this collective, Uganda stood out for its clarity of vision and determination to elevate the sport at home while making significant contributions to regional progress.

This milestone demonstrated Uganda’s proactive commitment to sustainable growth and national pride.

It signalled a new chapter in Uganda’s cricket journey – one defined by infrastructure, performance, and a confident role in Africa’s collective rise.