CAF A Coaching Diploma 2026: Former Stars Enroll

Former Uganda Cranes players have officially enrolled for the 2026 CAF A Coaching Diploma Course at the FUFA Technical Centre in Njeru. This intensive 10-month programme aims to strengthen coaching capacity and improve football development structures across the country through FUFA's strategic investment.

The 2026 CAF A Coaching Diploma details

The CAF A Coaching Diploma is a high-level 10-month programme conducted across five specific modules to equip elite coaches with advanced tactical and administrative skills. The schedule for the course is as follows:

July 2026
September 2026
November 2026
March 2027
June 2027

This is a serious move by the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA). They aren't just playing around with grassroots; they are targeting the top tier of technical expertise. By bringing former national team players into this high-level academy, FUFA is ensuring that the next generation of Ugandan tactical minds is built on a foundation of international standards.

Why is FUFA investing in coaching?

FUFA is investing in coaching to strengthen the capacity of local coaches and improve football development structures throughout Uganda. This continuous professional development ensures that the technical level of the StarTimes Uganda Premier League and national teams remains competitive at the continental level.

Wamma! The sheer depth of talent being nurtured in Njeru is something to watch. It is not enough to have played for the Uganda Cranes; you need the cerebral capacity to lead them from the touchline. By providing these advanced CAF certifications, FUFA is ensuring that Ugandan coaches don't just rely on passion, but on deep, structural technical knowledge.

This move to Njeru is clearly about long-term stability. It is about making sure that when we look at our domestic leagues, the tactical sophistication matches what we see in the CAF Champions League.