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In a major climbdown, the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) has suspended the newly introduced Uganda Premier League (UPL) format following weeks of fan protests and club boycotts. The decision, announced after high-level meetings at FUFA House in Mengo, marks a significant victory for clubs and supporters who had opposed the changes from the outset. The federation confirmed that the league would revert to the traditional home-and-away double round-robin format for the 2025/26 season. “The FUFA Executive Committee has taken a decision to suspend the format of the 2025/2026 StarTimes Uganda Premier League season after consultations with UPL clubs,…

Malaria is a preventable disease that still claims over half a million African lives every year, and mostly children under the age of five. Ugandan researcher, Krystal Birungi, a malaria survivor herself has dedicated her life, and profession, to changing this reality. Krystal Mwesiga Birungi, Ugandan scientist, malaria advocate, and Research & Outreach Associate at Target Malaria Uganda at the Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI), has achieved a string of outstanding achievements that reflect her lifelong commitment to eliminating malaria and protecting children’s lives across Africa and beyond. Her journey is deeply personal. Her childhood was marked by repeated bouts…

For 80 minutes, it felt like Uganda was on the edge of something historic. In the heart of Kabylia, under the lights of Stade Hocine Aït Ahmed, the Cranes stood toe-to-toe with African giants Algeria — and for a moment, they dreamed. But football can be cruel. Two late penalties turned joy into heartbreak, as Uganda’s slim chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup were dashed in a dramatic 2-1 defeat on Tuesday night. The Cranes came into the match knowing that only a win would keep them in the race for one of the four best runners-up…

The Uganda Cranes took a big step towards keeping their 2026 FIFA World Cup dream alive with a hard-fought 1–0 win away to Botswana on Thursday night. Jude Ssemugabi was the hero, scoring the only goal of the game in the 54th minute after heading in a corner from Allan Okello. The match was played at the Obedi Itani Chilume Stadium in Francistown. It was a must-win match for Uganda, who are now on 18 points, sitting second in Group G. With Algeria beating Somalia 3–0 on the same day to reach 22 points and secure automatic qualification, the Cranes’…

The National Resistance Movement has officially backed President Yoweri Museveni as their candidate for the 2026–2031 presidential election. This took place during his first campaign rally at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds, shortly after he was nominated by the Electoral Commission. Museveni was accompanied by his wife, First Lady Janet Museveni, who is also Uganda’s Minister of Education and Sports. Alhaji Moses Kigongo, the NRM’s First National Vice Chairperson, handed the party flag to the President, marking the start of his campaign. In his speech, Kigongo urged NRM supporters to stand behind the party’s official candidates and reject those who lost in…

Uganda’s quest for a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup remains alive after a determined 2-0 victory over Somalia on Monday night at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole. The win, their second consecutive triumph at home, keeps the Cranes firmly in the race in Group G, where they now sit second with 15 points, level with Mozambique and four behind leaders Algeria. The Cranes started with intent, immediately taking control of the game. Their breakthrough came early when Aziz Kayondo’s marauding run was cut short inside the box, earning a penalty in the sixth minute. Allan Okello, calm and composed,…

In a disturbing turn of events, Kamuli district has turned into a hotspot for violent attacks by wives on their husbands, with a shocking twist: genital mutilation.  Multiple cases have surfaced where fearless women have cut off their husbands’ genitals, leading to arrests and jail sentences after guilty pleas. The 34-year-old Suzan Namuganza set the precedent when she was sentenced to 15 years in prison for brutally cutting off her husband’s genitals in a fit of anger. The victim, 45-year-old Moses Kawubanya, expressed outrage at the sentence, calling it “lenient” and demanding a 40-year or lifetime sentence instead. “Fifteen years…

Say goodbye to paper trails and long-distance travel for school applications. The digital revolution in education administration is here. The Game-Changer in Education Administration In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, where industries across the globe are embracing technological transformation, education administration has finally found its revolutionary solution. Enter EASchoolAdmin – a groundbreaking online school admissions system that’s completely redefining how students apply to educational institutions and how schools manage their admissions processes. This isn’t just another digital tool; it’s a paradigm shift from traditional paper-based application processes to a streamlined, digital-first approach that creates win-win scenarios for both students and…

Say goodbye to paper trails and long-distance travel for school applications. The digital revolution in education administration is here. The Game-Changer in Education Administration In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, where industries across the globe are embracing technological transformation, education administration has finally found its revolutionary solution. Enter EASchoolAdmin – a groundbreaking online school admissions system that’s completely redefining how students apply to educational institutions and how schools manage their admissions processes. This isn’t just another digital tool; it’s a paradigm shift from traditional paper-based application processes to a streamlined, digital-first approach that creates win-win scenarios for both students and…

The Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) is mandated by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD) to operate and manage the Jinja Storage Terminal (JST). This mandate aims to maximize the use of government-owned petroleum infrastructure, thereby strengthening Uganda’s energy security. By managing the JST, UNOC is expected to: Optimize infrastructure utilization: Ensure efficient use of the terminal’s storage capacity. Enhance energy security: Contribute to the country’s petroleum energy security by managing strategic reserves. At the time of the government’s handover of the terminal to UNOC, the company sought partnerships while continuing to build the technical and operational capacity…