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
Karuhanga Inspires Black Pirates as Makerere Impis Fall at Kingspark
Stanbic Black Pirates produced a dominant display at Kingspark Arena, defeating Makerere Impis 31–9 in a Week 6 fixture of the 2026 Uganda Rugby Premiership. From the opening whistle, the Pirates imposed their authority on the game, combining relentless forward power with an adventurous backline that kept the visitors trapped
Stanbic Black Pirates Hammer Mongers to Reclaim Rugby Premiership Top Spot
Stanbic Black Pirates stormed back to the top of the Uganda Rugby Premiership standings with a commanding 61–23 victory over Plascon Mongers at Kings Park Arena on Saturday. The Match Week Five triumph signaled a strong response from the Bweyogerere-based side, who bounced back emphatically after their narrow and hard-fought
Concern as Ex-KCCA FC Coach Mike Mutebi Goes Missing
The former head coach of Kampala Capital City Authority FC has gone missing, Daily Star has learned. The disappearance of Mike Mutebi was confirmed by police earlier today. “The police at Entebbe Police Station are investigating the disappearance of Mike Mutebi, who went missing on March 7, 2026, from Kisubi
