Parliament Approves Ugx23 billion to Boast Upcoming CHAN, AFCON Preparations
Parliament has today, March 15, 2024, approved the reallocation of Shs23 billion from the Ministry of Education and Sports to the National Council of Sports in preparation for hosting the AFCON and CHAN tournaments.
According to Chris Obore, the spokesperson for parliament, this strategic transfer of funds prioritizes critical infrastructure development projects essential for hosting prestigious sporting events.
"This approval signifies Parliament's unwavering commitment to supporting Ugandan sports and athletes," said Obore.
Obore further highlighted the significance of the 2027 tournaments, stating,...
Rugby Cranes Flagged Off for High-Performance Camp in South Africa Following Historic Partnership
The National Council of Sports (NCS) Assistant General Secretary, Joseph Oluga, has flagged off Rugby Cranes players selected for the high-performance Blue Bulls Rugby Camp in South Africa.
The flag-off was on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at NCS offices in Lugogo.
According to Oluga, the Memorandum of Understanding signed between Uganda Rugby Union and Blue Bulls Rugby Union aims towards high performance and up-skilling of coaches and players.
“The Memorandum of Understanding signed by these two unions will herald a partnership geared...
Uganda’s Hippos Stomp to African Games Semis with Gritty 1-0 Win over Senegal
The Uganda U20 men’s national football team the Hippos have qualified for semi-finals after defeating Senegal 1:0 in the second game at the ongoing African Games in Accra, Ghana.
The Hippos massacred Senegal on Monday March 11, 2024, at Accra Sports Stadium to secure two wins in the ongoing championship with a game to spare.
Uganda defeated Nigeria 2-1 in the opening game, with goals from Arafat Kizza Usama and Ivan Irinimbabazi.
Coach Morely Byekwaso made one change to the team that...
Uganda’s Mbabazi and Kobugabe Strike Gold in Badminton Doubles at African Games
The badminton duo of Gladys Mbabazi and Husnah Kobugabe won Uganda’s first gold medal at the ongoing 13th edition of the African Games in Accra, Ghana.
The game was played on Sunday March 10, 2024 at the multipurpose Boryteman Sports Complex.
The duo defeated the Algerian duo of Tanina Violette Mammeri and Halla Bouksani in the final winning two sets straight (23-21, 21:14).
Gladys Mbabazi and Husnah Kobugabe defeated the Egyptian duo Hany Doha and Ahmed Youssri in the semi-finals in a...
Gov’t to Re-Construct Aki Bua Stadium in Preparation for AFCON 2027
The Minister of State for Education and Sports, Hon. Peter Ogwang, has revealed that plans to construct Aki Bua Stadium in Lira City have been finalized after a Memorandum of Understanding was signed with the Joint Venture of Khator Sports and SAMCO to construct the stadium in less than 20 months.
Ogwang revealed this on his official X page on Thursday, February 29, 2024, after visiting the site.
According to Ogwang, the contractor will finance and build the stadium on a...
FUFA, CAF Collaborate to Streamline Club Licensing with Online Platform
The Federation of Uganda Football Association (FUFA) in collaboration with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has organized a Club Licensing Online Platform (CLOP) National Workshop at Imperial Royale Hotel.
This was revealed by FUFA on Monday, February 26, 2024, on their official X page.
According to the authority, the workshop starts today and focuses mainly on the CAF Club Licensing Online Platform (CLOP), with in-depth training sessions for platform users from the clubs.
According to the authority, the workshop begins today...