As Nyege Nyege Festival marks its 10th year, it is setting off on a new journey leaving behind its longtime home in Jinja to embrace the breathtaking Kalagala Falls, located in Uganda’s Kayunga District. Set to take place from November 20 to 23, 2025, this year’s edition is themed “Ekigunda ky’Omuliro; The Gathering of the…
Guinea’s national team touched down at Entebbe International Airport in the early hours of Friday, ahead of the delayed CHAN 2024 tournament. A 45-member delegation, including players, officials, and media, arrived at the lakeside airport and cleared immigration before being welcomed by Ugandan officials and vibrant cultural performances. Official welcome & cultural display The FUFA…
South Sudan’s women’s basketball team, the Bright Starlets, advanced to the Women’s Afrobasket semifinals in their debut appearance after edging Uganda’s Gazelles 69-68 in a thrilling matchup on Thursday. The game came down to free throws in the final minute, where South Sudan’s Rose Akon sank two clutch shots to seize the lead. Meanwhile, Uganda’s…
Uganda is making an unprecedented move to tackle its long-standing waste crisis with the launch of Tubikima Waste, a groundbreaking initiative from Big Seal Holdings that fuses digital innovation, environmental sustainability, and economic empowerment. At the center of this revolution is the Tubikima mobile application, now available on Android and iOS platforms. The app empowers…
Uganda is set to host the highly anticipated African Nations Championship (CHAN 2024), a premier continental football tournament organized by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). The tournament, featuring players exclusively from their respective domestic leagues, will showcase Africa’s finest homegrown talent. Uganda to Host Group C Matches As the proud host nation, Uganda will…
NEC FC officially unveiled experienced left-back Mustafa Kizza as their latest signing on Wednesday, securing him on a two-year contract. The announcement came just moments before the team faced South Sudan’s Al Merriekh Bentiu in a trial match at the YES Centre in Nsambya. Kizza, who previously featured for KCCA FC, Express FC, and Major…
Uganda needs Sh2.47 trillion to revamp its deteriorating road infrastructure, according to Works and Transport Minister Gen. Katumba Wamala. The revelation was made in a report presented to Parliament on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. Uganda’s national road network currently spans approximately 21,292 kilometres of which 6,912.1 kilometres are paved, while 14,380 kilometres remain unpaved. The…
The Uganda National Men’s Basketball Team, known as the Silverbacks, has announced a refreshed 12-man squad for the upcoming FIBA AfroBasket 2025, marking the beginning of a new era on the continental stage. New blood, fresh energy Leading the wave of new talent is Rugette Tejan Joel, the standout MVP from the FIBA Africa U-18…
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania — Uganda Cranes captain Khalid Aucho has officially confirmed his departure from Tanzanian giants Young Africans SC (Yanga SC), bringing an end to a remarkable four-year chapter with the club. The influential holding midfielder announced his exit on Wednesday via his social media platforms, accompanied by a heartfelt statement addressed to…
In recent days, Uganda like many other countries has been grappling with the persistent issue of corruption among its leaders. The media is inundated with reports of misused public funds, abuse of authority, and the subsequent legal battles that follow. As parents, we often discuss these matters in hushed tones, uncertain of how to explain…
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