Tag: South Africa

Nyege Nyege Festival to Boost Busoga’s Economy—Princess Namutamba

The 9th edition of the Nyege Nyege festival is taking place at the Jinja Golf Club in Jinja city.

28-Year-Old Thug Lynched in Foiled Theft Attempt

The 2022/2023 Annual Crime Report indicated that Luwero district, along with Kassanda, has been identified as a hotspot for mob justice incidents. The report noted that many victims are often suspected thieves or robbers, reflecting a community tendency to take the law into their own hands rather than relying on formal judicial processes.

Sports

Uganda Gears to Host South Africa in Pivotal AFCON...

The Cranes are close to securing their first AFCON appearance since 2019.

Politics

MP Akol Protests Three House Sitting Suspension by Speaker...

During the parliamentary session on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, the August House turned into a boxing ring and tempers flared when MPs Zaake and Akol clashed over procedural issues, leading to a physical altercation and suspension of 12 MPs.

Sports

Uganda-Kenya Coast Golf Tournament to Boost Regional Ties

Uganda emerged victorious in the first leg tournament, which was held at Vipingo Ridge Golf Resort in Kenya, Mombasa.

Education

Swahili is Key for Creating Job Opportunities for Ugandans-Museveni

Swahili is being taught in many East African countries and outside East Africa. Swahili is also taught in Ghana, Nigeria, Malawi, Namibia, Mozambique, and South Africa. Swahili is being taught at Witwatersrand University, the University of KwaZulu-Natal, and Pretoria University.

Sports

Uganda’s Female Boxing Star Dominates Nigerian Opponent in MMA...

In 2022, Amongi also defeated Felista Mugo, a Kenyan fighter who had not lost in five years, to clinch the East and Central Africa featherweight MMA title. Amongi won a gold medal at the Cairo Africa Kickboxing Championship in Egypt in 2021.

Sports

International Olympic Committee President to Make Farewell Visit to...

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.

Sports