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From Grassroots to Glory: How the Uganda Cup Unites Dreams and Rivalries
Under the blistering January sun, a group of young boys in Buhimba, armed with a tattered football and boundless enthusiasm, chased their dreams across a dusty pitch. Their energy mirrored the electric anticipation felt across the nation as the 51st Stanbic Uganda Cup kicked off, promising underdogs a shot at greatness and fans a spectacle…
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UPL Adjusts Match-Day 15 Fixtures as Teams Brace for the CHAN Break
The Uganda Premier League (UPL) Secretariat when the call came in — a last-minute adjustment to the match schedule, prompted by the upcoming CHAN tournament preparations. In a whirlwind of emails, phone calls, and frantic coordination, the league’s organizing body rushed to ensure that Match-Day 15 would go ahead as planned before the extended break.…
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From Disappointment to Determination: Bishop Sserwadda’s Vision for a Prayer Stadium
As the clock struck midnight on New Year’s Eve, a sea of faithful believers gathered at Kabaka’s Lake in Ndeeba, their prayers piercing the cool night air. But the joyous occasion was tinged with a sense of loss. This was the first time in years that Bishop Joseph Sserwadda’s famed Passover festival was not held…
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Unveiling the Truth: President Ruto and the Alleged Corruption Ranking
As December 31, 2024, drew to a close, whispers of an explosive allegation reverberated through social media: Kenyan President William Ruto had been named the second most corrupt leader globally by the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP). For a country already familiar with the murky waters of corruption allegations, the claim sent shockwaves…
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A Legacy on Two Wheels: Julius Mwangi’s Trailblazing Journey in African Cycling
As dawn broke over Nairobi on December 30, 2024, the vibrant hum of bicycle wheels was missing a crucial rhythm. Cyclists who gathered for their morning rides found themselves whispering tributes rather than cheering one another on, mourning the sudden loss of Julius Mwangi, the towering figure who transformed cycling in Kenya and Africa. Mwangi,…
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Kiwanuka’s Last-Gasp Heroics Lift Uganda Past Burundi
The atmosphere at the stadium grew tense. Fans sat on the edge of their seats, murmuring prayers and chanting songs of hope. Uganda, locked in a goalless deadlock with Burundi, needed a spark of magic. Enter Hakim Kiwanuka, whose deflected strike in the dying moments broke the stalemate, sending the crowd into a frenzy and…
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Uganda Claims U17 AFCON CECAFA 2024 Title with Stunning Comeback
Uganda emerged victorious in the U17 AFCON CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers 2024, defeating Tanzania 2-1 in a thrilling final. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, with Tanzania’s Abel Josiah Samson opening the scoring in the first half, giving his side a 1-0 lead at halftime. However, Uganda’s tactical adjustments in the second half set the…
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Storm in the Dugout: Mbale Heroes Suspend Head Coach Amid Scandal
Asaph Mwebaze’s tenure at Mbale Heroes Football Club has taken a dramatic turn, with the club announcing his immediate suspension over allegations of unprofessional conduct. The embattled head coach faces accusations ranging from social media attacks on club leadership to abusive gestures and verbal clashes with fans. These incidents, detailed in an official letter, have…
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Shadir Musa Triumphs in Super Middleweight Showdown at Mtn Arena
Shadir Musa Bwogi landed a decisive punch, clinching victory over Tanzanian boxing sensation William Chedy in a highly anticipated Super middleweight bout last night at Mtn Arena, Lugogo. With the tension palpable in the air, Shadir’s hard-hitting performance left no room for doubt that he had earned his win through skill and perseverance, despite the…
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Executive Director Bazeki Delivered as Special Boxing Day Gift to Kampala
On a sweltering morning in Kampala, Hajat Sharifah Buzeki stepped into her new role as Executive Director of the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA). Her appointment follows the tragic Kiteezi landfill collapse that claimed over 30 lives, leading to the dismissal of her predecessors. Buzeki, alongside her deputy Benon Kigenyi, now faces the task of…