David GOMBE
Farouq Meywa has officially announced his bid to stand for SC Villa presidency on Wednesday ,2nd July at Hotel Sojovalo in the elections due this year.
Meywa along with current SC Villa President Omar Mandela were the only two members who picked forms in the last elections that were held in 2021.
However, the chairman of SC Villa Electoral committee Isaac Walukagga revealed that Meywa didn’t pay the nomination fee of Shs19.5 and didn’t have a complete list of executive members.
Meywa says he is ready to take on the mantle and promised to actions not words.
“I officially announce my candidature to contest for SC Villa Presidency. Last time they said I didn’t have the required requirements to stand which was not true. I promise my supporters, i have the money and the executive members with me.”
“Many SC Villa fans are behind me and I believe I am the right person to take on the mantle at the club. SC Villa needs actions not words, we need to buy the best players in the country. Every season, we have been losing our best players and fail to replace them with those who suit this great club.” Said Meywa
Meywa also revealed that Mandela is currently in office illegally since his term as President expired this year.
“I have already petitioned the current leadership since they are illegally in office following expiration of their four year term. They need to organize elections and we plan early for our club.”
Born in 1978 to Walter Meywa Okumu and Betty Mwogeza (both deceased), Meywa studied at Jinja SS on a football scholarship between 1991-97, where he met outstanding players like Juma Mandwara and Ronald Bageya.
Meywa is the propriety of East Metal Plus Co. Ltd, a firm dealing in construction and mining and registered in Uganda with offices in their Kampala.
SC Villa is yet to unveil their roadmap for the elections due to this year.
What is in his Manifesto
Strategic Objectives
1.Modernize Infrastructure – Rehabilitate club facilities and pitch to standard.
2. Expand Sports Disciplines – Establish women’s football, handball, and
netball teams.
3. Strengthen Governance – Introduce performance-based leadership and transparency.
4. Youth Development – Elevate the SC Villa Academy into a regional talent hub.
5. Fan Reconnection – Involve fans in decision-making and communication
every 6 months.
6. Club Finance & Sustainability – Mobilize funding through corporate and diaspora networks.
Sports Nutrition to fuel Champions
A professional athlete’s performance is directly linked to their nutrition.
We will:
• Introduce a certified nutritionist to manage player diets.
• Implement pre- and post-match meal planning, hydration protocols, and recovery routines.
• Partner with health agencies and food suppliers for nutritional supplements
Burke et al., 2006).
Educate academy players and parents on sports-specific nutrition. his approach will ensure our players are healthier, recover faster and perform at elite levels.
Fan base and biannual Statements Transparency and Trust
Fans are the heart of our club.
• Establish regional SC Villa Fan Chapters with registered membership cards.
• Launch the “Voice of the Fans” forum, a monthly digital Q&A with club leadership.
• Every six months, release a public club progress statement, highlighting: o Team performance o Financial health o Administrative changes o Upcoming goals
Trust is earned through communication, and our leadership will remain fully accountable to fans.
Intramural Sports- Access for All
We aim to democratize access to sport:
• Launch low-cost intramural leagues for youth and the community.
• Introduce ‘Give It a Go’ weeks every quarter where people can try out different sports.
• Organize school holiday tournaments to scout new talent.
• Offer discounted registration and kits for underprivileged participants.
This will deepen our talent pool, strengthen community bonds, and align with the National Physical Activity and Sports Plan (NPASP, 2021-2031).
Player Confidence and Mentality Shift
Winning starts in the mind.
• Appoint a mental skills coach to work on confidence, focus, and resilience.
• Regular team talks by former players to inspire current squads.
• Introduce goal tracking, individual KPIs, and positive reinforcement systems.
• Provide career transition support to retired players, preserving morale and legacy.
