MADRID, SPAIN | Xinhua | Real Madrid advanced to the Champions League last 16 on Wednesday with a 2-1 home win over Benfica, sealing a 3-1 aggregate victory. Vinicius Jr. scored the decisive goal in the 80th minute to settle an anxious night at the Santiago Bernabeu, where the tie …
Read More »Cheptegei targets breakthrough in London Marathon
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Joshua Cheptegei, the world record holder over 5,000m and 10,000m, has set his target on finally breaking through in the 2026 London Marathon. Cheptegei, together with fellow Ugandan and reigning world cross country champion Jacob Kiplimo, will take part in this year’s London event on …
Read More »2027 AFCON: Gov’t launches training facilities in Universities
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | On Feb 19, The government commissioned the construction of Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) training facilities in public universities and selected districts as part of preparations for Uganda’s joint hosting of the Pamoja AFCON 2027 tournament alongside Kenya and Tanzania. Speaking during the launch at …
Read More »Britam Golf Series expands to Uganda
Sponsors Promising a Bigger, Better, and Unmissable Year-Long Tournament at Uganda Golf Club Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Britam Golf Series has officially expanded to Uganda, marking an exciting new chapter for the prestigious regional tournament. The 3rd Leg of the 2026 season will tee off on Saturday, 28th …
Read More »East Africa’s dismal football record doesn’t match its passion – what needs to happen
East Africa loves football. From the streets of Nairobi and the markets of Kampala to the beaches of Dar es Salaam, the passion for soccer is an undeniable current running through the region. Yet, despite fan support, Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania haven’t translated this enthusiasm into sustained international success. A new book that …
Read More »Spiro Uganda, Union launch partnership ahead of nationwide Boda Boda football league
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In another initiative aimed at transforming Uganda’s transport sector by promoting accessible and sustainable electric mobility solutions, Spiro Uganda and the Union Sports Club have launched a sports partnership ahead of the nationwide Boda Boda Football League. The league aims at empowering riders and strengthening community …
Read More »Manchester City beats Newcastle to pressure Arsenal
LONDON, UK | Xinhua | Manchester City closed Arsenal’s lead at the top of the Premier League to just two points ahead of Sunday’s North-London derby with a hard-fought 2-1 win at home to Newcastle United. Nico O’Reilly put Manchester City ahead in the 14th minute with a fizzing low …
Read More »Premier League Title Race: Man City, Villa looking to pressure Arsenal
LONDON, UK | Xinhua | Three of the top five Premier League teams are in action on Saturday hoping to take advantage of Arsenal’s midweek slip-up away to Wolves that once again opens up the title race. Manchester City would move to within just two points of the top with …
Read More »Vipers SC signs Congolese forward Munsi
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Reigning Uganda Premier League champion Vipers SC has signed DR Congo forward Glodi Beyuku Munsi. The 23-year-old striker joins from DR Congo Premier League outfit AS Vita Club on a two-year deal. “We are very excited to announce the signing of Munsi. He will bring …
Read More »How Africa Is Building Player Protection on Its Own Terms
AFRICA is one of the fastest-growing betting markets in the world. A young, mobile-first audience has made betting part of everyday digital life. With this rapid expansion comes responsibility. Player protection has become a central topic for the global betting industry. Operators are rethinking how to balance growth, safety, and …
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