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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…
Brazil is looking to bring the FIFA Club World Cup back to South America in 2029. Instead of a formal announcement, it all began with a friendly conversation in Miami. During a global football summit, Brazil’s football president Samir Xaud spoke with FIFA’s Gianni Infantino and floated the idea. “It was just a casual talk,” Xaud said later. “I told him how much we care about football and how great it would be to host the tournament. He liked the idea and said it could really happen.” That small conversation could lead to something big. While Brazil hasn’t made an…
You don’t have to be inside a stadium to feel the magic of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, just step outside. In cities across the U.S., from New York to Los Angeles, football has taken over. People are waving flags, singing team chants, and celebrating their favorite clubs on the streets, in parks, and even on the beaches. This isn’t just any tournament — it’s the biggest Club World Cup in history. With teams from 20 countries and players representing 81 nationalities, the event has become a true global celebration. And it shows. Over 1.5 million tickets are on…
FIFA President Gianni Infantino says the new Club World Cup, starting this Saturday, is the beginning of a “new era” in football. He compared it to the very first FIFA World Cup held in 1930. This new tournament will feature 32 clubs from all around the world, giving teams from outside Europe and South America a chance to shine. It kicks off with Inter Miami playing against Egypt’s Al Ahly at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. Infantino said this Club World Cup is about making football truly global. He explained that, even though football is the most popular sport in…
For the first time in football history, referees at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup will wear body cameras during matches, giving fans a rare chance to see the game from the eyes of the officials. This exciting change is part of FIFA’s broader push to bring the sport closer to fans by making it more open, high-tech, and engaging. The footage from the referee cams will be streamed live through DAZN, FIFA’s official broadcasting partner. This means viewers watching at home or online can follow key moments just as the referee sees them—adding a whole new layer to how…
In a colourful ceremony held on May 30th, 2025, at Busei village in Iganga Municipality, His Majesty William Gabula Nadiope IV, the Issebantu Kyabazinga of Busoga, was officially installed as the first Chancellor of Lubega Institute of Nursing and Health Professionals. The occasion drew cultural leaders, kingdom ministers, and community members, celebrating a new chapter in the institute’s journey. The Executive Director of the institute, Prof. Dr. Lubega Muhamadi, who also serves as the 1st Deputy Prime Minister of Busoga Kingdom, led the handover ceremony. He presented the Kyabazinga with the institute’s symbols of authority, including the mace and Chancellor’s…