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According to this month’s proceedings in Parliament (3rd October 2023), the Speaker urged the government to fulfill the requirements and conditions set by CAF for Uganda to jointly host the AFCON. Notable among the conditions and what the Speaker emphasized was the construction of two additional stadia in Lira and in Fort Portal or Hoima. This would be an addition to the renovation of Namboole Stadium. During the discussion that ensued, various MPs tried to make spirited pitch for stadia in their respective areas to be considered among those that would host some of the AFCON games in 2027. It…
The Kitakule Foundation an indigenous development organization working in Busoga region is working to improve access to health and education services in a region that scores among the lowest in national statistics. In pursuit of its mission the Kitakule Foundation established Busesa Community Library, Hope Children’s clinic among other community development initiatives in Busesa trading Centre in the newly created Bugweri District. Realizing that many children in the community of Busesa and surrounding rural villages, towns were scoring very low on reading and writing abilities both at primary and secondary level, the directors of the foundation sought to open up…
In a nail-biting final, South Africa clinched a record fourth Rugby World Cup title, defeating a 14-man New Zealand team and retaining their crown. The Springboks seemed to have control when Handre Pollard’s precise goalkicking gave them a 9-3 lead. However, New Zealand’s captain, Sam Cane, was shown a red card in the 27th minute after a high tackle, leaving his team a man down and nine points behind. But the All Blacks fought back, with Richie Mo’unga kicking a penalty just before half-time and Beauden Barrett scoring a try after the interval, bringing the score to 12-11. The final…
Kiwanyi village, found in Nawandala sub-county, Iganga district, is where a transformative event happened. It was a workshop that aimed at training health workers on how to manage hernia cases From July 31 to August 11, 2023, the Busoga Health Forum Center of Excellence, known as the Hope and Healing Center (HHC), joined hands with the College of Surgeons of East, Central and Southern Africa (COSESCA), and Operation Hernia UK to conduct this workshop. This endeavor was a response to a staggering surgical need in Uganda, as revealed by a 2016 Nationwide Household Survey, which identified millions of individuals in…
Sickle cell disease is the most common monogenic blood disorder worldwide. It is associated with progressive organ damage coupled with episodes of acute illness. These episodes results from the sticky and stiff red blood cells which clog tiny blood vessels. This often results into various conditions not limited to organ and tissue damage, anemia, increased risk of infection and painful episodes. Worldwide sickle cell disease contributes a significant burden that is not amply addressed. It’s estimated that 312000 children will be born worldwide with sickle cell disease annually, with the greatest burden existing in sub-Saharan Africa, where 75% of the…
In the first leg of the 2024 Paris Olympic Women’s Football Tournament Qualifiers, Uganda secured a crucial advantage by defeating Cameroon with a score of 2-0. The game, held at the FUFA Technical Centre in Njeru on Thursday, marked the debut of interim head coach Charles Ayiekho Lukula and included the introduction of defender Justine Najjuko and midfielder Zaitun Namaganda to the team. Crested Cranes delivered a spirited performance, resulting in a 2-0 lead. Catherine Nagadya and Fazila Ikwaput were the heroes, each scoring a goal in different halves. The match garnered the attention of football enthusiasts, with FUFA President…
In preparation for the upcoming royal wedding, members of Baise Muwaya Clan extended their cultural blessings to Kyabazinga of Busoga, William Gabula Nadiope IV. This grand event, known as Embaga ya Mwenemu, is set to occur on November 18, 2023, at Christ Cathedral Bugembe in Jinja City, where Kyabazinga William Gabula Nadiope IV will be united in matrimony with Inhebantu Jovia Mutesi. The ceremony, which took place on October 21st in Nawangoma, Kamuli District, also witnessed the official installation of Moses Wagabaza Kakungulu as the “Mukunganiya” (clan leader) of the Baise Muwaya clan. During the event, Kyabazinga William Gabula Nadiope…
Makepasi Match first began production in 1963 in Jinja, Uganda as Associated Match Company Limited (AMCO). AMCO at that time used wood to produce not only the actual match sticks but also the entire matchbox itself. Due to environmental concerns and a shortage of local timber post-1972 a major evolution in the match manufacturing industry was required. In 2007 a joint venture company was formed which involved the Madhvani Group and the Keshwala Group and thus Makepasi Match Limited was born. Makepasi Match Limited is now the largest producer of wax matches in Sub-Saharan Africa, using environmentally friendly wax coated…
BUL FC has emerged as one of the most formidable teams in this season’s Uganda Premier League. In a dazzling first-half display, they secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Maroons at Njeru stadium. This triumph not only propelled BUL FC to the top of the league table but also marked the end of Maroons’ unbeaten run this season. BUL FC’s victory can be attributed to the brilliant performance of Alex Kitata. He scored two of the three goals that dismantled Maroons’ defense. His first goal came after a precise cross from Nicholas Mwere, and he added another by tapping the…
JINJA: The Uganda Hotel and Tourism Training Institute (UHTTI) on Wednesday held the first ever prayer day aimed at bringing the Institute nearer to God and thanking Him for the blessings He has bestowed unto the Institute. Held under the theme; “I will make a new thing”, the prayer session brough together different religious denominations and was presided over by eminent religious leaders representing the Muslims, Anglicans, Catholics and Pentecostal faith. The Chaplain of Jinja city schools, Rev. Joseph Wamuko, who was the main celebrant at the event commended the Board and Management of the Institute for the initiative, saying…