Where Silence Ends, Wheels Begin: Inside Kampala’s Sunday Skate Culture
By late Sunday afternoon, Hannington Road should be winding down into silence. Offices around Crested Towers close their doors, traffic fades, and the city exhales from a busy week. But then, the sound begins. A low, rolling hum cuts through the stillness. Wheels scrape against tarmac. Laughter follows. And just
KCB Bets on Chess to Shape Uganda’s Next Generation of Thinkers
In a bold shift from traditional corporate sponsorships, KCB Bank Uganda is turning to the chessboard to shape the country’s future thinkers, launching a national schools tournament aimed at sharpening young minds beyond the classroom. Unveiled this week, the inaugural National Schools Chess Tournament is being positioned not just as
Stanbic Black Pirates Sail into Enterprise Cup Final After Dramatic win
Kings Park Arena was electrified on Saturday as Stanbic Black Pirates Rugby Club delivered a spirited performance to defeat Kenya’s Nondescripts RFC 20-17, and secure a historic place in the Enterprise Cup final. The semi-final clash drew massive support from Ugandan fans, who turned up in large numbers. The team
Uganda Waives Visa Fees to Attract Fans Ahead of AFCON 2027
Government has scrapped visa fees for visitors travelling to Uganda during the Africa Cup of Nations 2027, in a move aimed at boosting tourism and attracting thousands of football fans. The waiver, approved by Cabinet, will take effect one month before the tournament and remain in force until one month
Govt sets aside Shs905b for AFCON 2027 preparations
Government has approved an additional Shs905 billion to accelerate preparations for the Africa Cup of Nations 2027, with funding targeting critical infrastructure, logistics, and institutional readiness. The latest allocation builds on the Shs1.35 trillion approved by Cabinet in 2024 to support Uganda’s co-hosting of both the African Nations Championship 2024—set
CAF Report Exposes Shortfalls in Uganda’s AFCON 2027 Plans
Uganda’s preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) have come under renewed scrutiny after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) flagged major gaps in stadium infrastructure and support facilities. A recent CAF inspection report indicates that none of the country’s proposed venues currently meets the required Category 4
Court of Arbitration receives Senegal’s appeal Reclaim AFCON Title
The battle for the Africa Cup of Nations title is far from over, as Senegalese Football Federation has taken its fight to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, seeking to overturn a decision that stripped the country of its hard-fought victory. In a case that has gripped African football, Senegal
KCB Elevates Rally Championship with Title Sponsorship Deal
KCB Bank Uganda has strengthened its footprint in motorsport by taking over as the title sponsor of Uganda’s National Rally Championship, signaling a renewed push to grow the sport and support emerging talent across the country. The announcement, made at the bank’s Kampala headquarters, brought together officials from the Federation
Ntambi, Mohammad Roar to Historic Safari Rally Triumph on WRC Debut
Uganda’s rally scene has found new heroes. Oscar Ntambi and co-driver Uthman Mohammad delivered a stunning statement on the global stage, clinching victory in the ARC2 category at the grueling Safari Rally Kenya on their World Rally Championship debut. In a rally famed for breaking even the most seasoned crews,
Shock as Morocco Crowned Afcon 2025 Champions After Senegal Forfeit Final
Morocco have been handed the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title in extraordinary circumstances after Senegal’s dramatic walk-off in the final cost them the crown. In a ruling that has sent shockwaves across African football, the Confederation of African Football (Caf) Appeal Board declared Senegal forfeited the match after abandoning
