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David GOMBE FUFA Women Super League reigning champions Kawempe Muslim Ladies kicked off their title defence with a commanding 3-0 win over newly promoted Jinja United at St. Mary’s Stadium in Kitende. The Valley Warriors scored twice inside the opening five minutes through Latifah Nakasi and Jovia Nakagolo to set the tone for the afternoon. Second half substitute Belinda Nabawanuka completed the scoring in the 69th minute to seal all three points for coach Ayub Khalifa’s side. Kawempe Muslim Ladies will next face She Maroons next Saturday at Muteesa II Stadium in Wankulukuku, while Jinja United will battle She Corporate…
David GOMBE Second half substitute Amour Munogera scored the all important goal Uganda Hippos beat Sudan 1-0 in the Group B contest to reach the semifinals of the ongoing CECAFA U-20 championship at the Uhutu Stadium in Tanzania on Saturday. Munogera who came on as a substitute in the second period for Genesis Ocen Odiya netted the all important goal for Uganda who prevailed to a narrow win. The Hippps needed to maximize points to seal a place in last as well as keeping their dream for a place in the U-20 AFCON alive. The first half was evenly balanced…
David GOMBE The National Council of Sports (NCS) has allocated UGX 5,500,000,000 (Uganda Shillings Five Billion Five Hundred Million Only) to the 18 Uganda Premier League (UPL) clubs for the Financial Year 2026/2027. In a letter dated 18th September 2026 (Ref: NCS. 1/6) addressed to the Chairman of the Uganda Premier League Board, the NCS confirmed it has finalized onboarding the bank details for all 18 UPL clubs onto the Government Integrated Financial Management System (IFMS) and is ready to process payment. The letter is in reference to UPL’s letter Ref: UPL/NCS/01/26 dated 2nd September 2026, which was in response…
David GOMBE As Uganda gears up for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) today hosted a Media Engagement Breakfast at the Kampala Serena Hotel, bringing together editors and producers from across the country’s leading media houses for a dialogue on tourism priorities, quality standards, marketing direction and the regulatory environment shaping the sector. The engagement featured a moderated panel discussion with UTB’s Head of Marketing, QA Manager and Head of Legal, followed by a presentation from the Head of Public Relations on the Board’s strategic priorities and an open discussion session where media representatives shared…
David GOMBE The Buganda Kingdom Masaza Cup Organizing Committee has reminded Buddu County of their obligation to ensure adequate security for their highly anticipated clash against Gomba. In a letter dated 18th September 2026 addressed to Buddu Team Manager, Omw. Kasujja John Robert, the committee stressed the need for strict security compliance. The much-anticipated quarterfinal return leg encounter, MCOC 95 Buddu vs Gomba, is scheduled for Sunday, 20th September 2026 at the Kitovu Sports Arena. A copy of a letter from the Gomba leadership concerning the same fixture was attached. In the letter signed by Nsanja Patrick, Secretary of the…
David GOMBE Ivan Ahimbisibwe has rejoined Uganda Premier League side KCCA FC, Swift Sports Uganda understands. He returns to the 13-time league champions after failing to impress at Iraqi professional sports club based in Zakho. It is reported that Ahimbisibwe who joined the Iraqi based side couldn’t meet the demands of employers who opted to boot him out. He had only joined them in July this year following expiration of his employment contract with KCCA FC who are also struggling to find their footing in the new season having only managed a single win in four league outings. The “Hunter”…
David GOMBE Musician Moses Ssali alias Bebe Cool has lauded Express FC head coach Morley Byekwaso for trusting his son Alpha Ssali and giving him the platform to grow at seven time Uganda Premier League champions. Alpha, who joined the Red Eagles at the start of this season, impressed as the side played out to a 1-1 stalemate with Kitara FC at the Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo on Thursday. The forward put in an impressive shift and was voted Express Fans’ Man of the Match after helping the seven-time league champions secure a point at home. Taking to his social media,…
David GOMBE Express FC played out a one-all draw with Kitara FC on Matchday four of the 2026/27 Uganda Premier League at the Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo on Thursday, 17th September 2026. Frank “Zagga” Tumwesigye, a former Red Eagle, handed the Royals the lead in the 23rd minute of the game. However, the home side rallied back through Nicholas Jjonga who restored parity at the stroke of halftime. The two sides didn’t create many chances in the second period as they settled for a stalemate under the lights of Nakivubo. Meanwhile, Kitara FC left the stadium with a double injury scare…
David GOMBE Somali football appears to be approaching an important juncture, with the next electoral process drawing closer while several longstanding governance issues remain unresolved. Since the resignation of former Somali Football Federation (SFF) President Abdiqadir Said Arab, the football community has experienced a prolonged period of internal disagreement over leadership, the status of member associations, changes involving association chairpersons, and the composition and appointment of electoral bodies. These developments have created uncertainty among stakeholders regarding the independence, inclusiveness, and credibility of the electoral process. In particular, questions have been raised about changes to the Electoral Committee and the procedures…
David GOMBE Linglong Sales Executive manager for Middle East and Africa, Tina Wang has on Wednesday afternoon launched the inaugural Mandela Group Linglong Dealers’ Football Tournament. The tournament which will be held annually was officially launched at the Mandela Sports Arena. The maiden edition of the competition attracted nine teams, who will be contesting for trophies, medals and other prizes. According to the organisers, the tournament is strengthen thr relationship between Mandela Group, Linglong Tyres and their dealers. Meanwhile, Kizza Rogers won a brand-new electric vehicle in the fifth raffle draw of Linglong Tyres EV Promotion held on Wednesday at…