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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…
National Medical Stores (NMS) with support from Government of Uganda, launched a transformative Vaccine Last-Mile Delivery (VLMD) Initiative aiming to ensure life-saving vaccines reach even the most remote communities. Dubbed “Taking Vaccines to The Last Mile,” the program was launched at NMS headquarters in Kajjansi by the Minister of Health Minister Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng, marking a pivotal shift in the country’s immunization strategy. Ministry of Health, based on the zero- dose data started the vaccine last mile delivery, starting with Busoga region. This region had the biggest number of zero dose children (children who have never received any vaccine,…
Staff of the Uganda Hotel and Tourism Training Institute (UHTTI) have been trained in Pedagogy and Andragogy thanks to a partnership with Kyambogo University. The Enabel sponsored training aimed at sharpening the training skills of the staff and equipping them with new training models to align with the Technical and Vocational Education Training(TVET) demands. The lead trainer, Dr Eric Kalanda, a renowned don from Kyambogo’s Faculty of Education, said it is UHTTI that is supposed to re-direct and shape the training of hospitality professionals in the country. “It is UHTTI and not UVTAB that is a custodian of hospitality training…
Morocco is set to play a leading role in shaping the future of African football, with Rabat confirmed as the new home of the FIFA Africa Office. The announcement was made during a high-level event in Marrakech, where FIFA President Gianni Infantino signed a historic agreement alongside Moroccan Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch and President of the Moroccan Football Association (FRMF), Fouzi Lekjaa. The new FIFA Africa Office is expected to begin operations in 2025 and will serve as the main hub for FIFA’s activities on the continent. The agreement reflects both FIFA’s confidence in Morocco’s footballing growth and the…
Helping women become top football coaches is at the heart of FIFA’s Elite Performance: Coach Mentorship Programme, now in its third edition. Launched in Zurich, this 18-month programme pairs 20 promising female coaches with some of the best minds in the game. These mentors include national team coaches like Arthur Elias (Brazil), Desiree Ellis (South Africa), Joe Montemurro (Australia), and Nils Nielsen (Japan), as well as World Cup legends Tina Theune (Germany), Even Pellerud (Norway), and Corinne Diacre (France). Their role is to guide and support women who are still early in their coaching careers. More than just training, the…
Excel Construction Limited is proud to have completed the restoration of Makerere University’s main building, famously known as the Ivory Tower. Excel being one of the leading companies in Uganda’s construction industry was awarded the contract for restoring Makerere University’s historic Main Building after it was ravaged by fire from a faulty electrical system in September 2020. Originally constructed in 1938, the Ivory Tower is one of Uganda’s most iconic buildings, and the university desired to retain its original look. The reconstruction of the main building commenced in March 2022 and Excel managed to complete the project within the stated…