According to archives from Catholic literature, Mapeera Church was built on the spot in Kigungu, where the two French missionaries of Fr. Siméon Lourdel, also known as Mapeera and Brother Amans Delmas, arrived in the country on 17 February 1879.
The two-day conference taking place from November 7-8, 2024, themed Rebuilding Trust in Media in Times of AI, is meant to dialogue about public accountability, elections, AI, citizens' voices, and women in media.
The flagged-off delegation includes representatives from Seroma High School, Rubaga Girls’ School, Kibuli SS, Mbogo College School, Mbogo Mixed SS, and Mbogo High School, and it is led by USSSA President Justus Mugisha.
During his visit to Uganda, Bach is expected to visit the Game Connect Project in Uganda, whose initiative is funded by the Olympic Refugee Foundation, and thus this will seal Uganda’s role in the Olympic Movement.
As Tuchel takes charge, his first task will be preparing England for the upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifiers. He inherits a talented squad but will need to address key issues, particularly in defense, that have hindered England’s success in recent tournaments.
Bach’s visit underscores the growing influence of sports in Uganda and its impact on local communities and Uganda’s role in the Olympic Movement, thus showcasing the power of sports as a tool for community development and international collaboration.
As Uganda is set to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations alongside Kenya and Tanzania and the African Nations Championship (CHAN) games come 2025, Tayebwa emphasized the importance of continued development in sports infrastructure.
Rafael Nadal has retired from professional tennis at the age of 38, as one of the second-most successful men's singles players of all time, behind only long-time rival Novak Djokovic.
Uganda is set to keep their place at the top of Group K as they take on South Sudan at Mandela National Stadium, commonly known as Namboole, under floodlights on Friday, September 11, 2024, at 7:00 p.m.
Football in Uganda continues to grow, with increasing investments in both grassroots and professional football. The focus on youth development, professionalism, and women's football is expected to shape its future trajectory.
Uganda is set to host the International Basket Federation (FIBA) 3x3 Nations League at the Lugogo Hockey Grounds in Kampala from August 4th to 11th, 2024.