Johnny Ssempijja

Uganda Cranes name 26-man squad for CECAFA 4 nations tournament

The Uganda Cranes have confirmed their 26-man squad for the CECAFA 4 Nations Tournament, which kicks off this week in Arusha, Tanzania. Co-head coaches Morley Byekwaso and Fred Muhumuza finalized the list before the team departed for Arusha early this morning. Three players, goalkeeper Hannington Ssebwalunyo, midfielder Shamir Kimwero, and defender Ronald Otti have been…

Jane Asinde completes move to Spanish club Azulmarino

Uganda Gazelles captain Jane Asinde has officially completed her move to CB Azulmarino, putting an end to recent speculation about her next destination. The Spanish club competes in the Liga Femenina Challenge, the third tier of women’s basketball in Spain. This transfer follows Asinde’s confirmed departure from Ensino Lugo, which plays in the top-tier Liga…

Vipers SC appoint Belgian tactician Ivan Minnaert as new head coach

Uganda Premier League champions Vipers Sports Club have officially unveiled Belgian football tactician Ivan Jacky Minnaert as their new head coach. The club confirmed the appointment through a statement on their official website on Friday, describing Minnaert as a “massively experienced Belgian gaffer.” Minnaert, 58, brings with him an impressive résumé built over two decades…

URA FC welcomes back Kabon Living after Kitara Success

URA FC has officially confirmed the return of talented winger Kabon Living, marking their first signing of the 2025 transfer window. The skillful left-footer rejoins the Nakawa-based “Tax Collectors” on a free transfer following the expiration of his contract at Kitara FC, where he enjoyed two highly productive seasons. Homecoming with Purpose For Kabon, this…

Uganda’s Kenneth Ssemakula seals move to Kuwait’s Al-Arabi Sporting Club

Ugandan international defender Kenneth Ssemakula has officially joined Al-Arabi Sporting Club, a top-flight side in the Kuwaiti Premier League. The move comes after a standout season with Tunisian giants Club Africain. The 23-year-old centre-back impressed in Tunisia following his arrival last season, quickly earning praise for his composure, versatility, and leadership at the back. His…

Siblings shine with top-4 finishes at landmark Tanzanian motocross championship

Arusha, Tanzania — Uganda’s motocross scene celebrated a proud moment this weekend as siblings Jamairah and Ashraf Makumbi returned home with medals in hand after stellar performances at the 2025 Samia Motocross Championship in Tanzania. The talented duo touched down at Entebbe International Airport on Sunday evening, welcomed by cheering family members and fellow motocross enthusiasts….

Ugandans promised affordable tickets for CHAN 2024-25

Kampala, Uganda — Football fans in Uganda can look forward to pocket-friendly ticket prices for the upcoming TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024-2025, following reassurances from the Local Organizing Committee (LoC) during a press briefing held Monday in Lugogo. Dr. Dennis K. Mugimba, Chairperson of the LoC’s Communications and Signage Committee, confirmed that the Confederation…