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Coach Mike Mutebi found alive in Kisubi after disappearance
ENTEBBE, Uganda — Ugandan football coach Mike Mutebi has been found alive in Kisubi, Wakiso District, hours after police launched a search following his disappearance over the weekend. According to authorities, Mutebi was recovered on Monday near a banana plantation in Kisubi and was immediately taken to hospital where medical personnel are assessing his health…
Jacob Kiplimo breaks Half Marathon world record in Lisbon
LISBON, Portugal — Ugandan long-distance runner Jacob Kiplimo delivered a historic performance on Sunday, smashing the men’s half-marathon world record with a time of 57 minutes and 20 seconds at the Lisbon Half Marathon. The 25-year-old distance star stormed to victory on the fast Lisbon course, becoming the fastest man ever over the 21-kilometre distance…
Muhoozi meets NBA Africa CEO
Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has met with Clare Akamanzi to discuss plans aimed at developing and professionalising basketball in the country. The meeting brought together officials from NBA Africa and Ugandan stakeholders to explore strategies for expanding the sport, particularly among young people. According to officials familiar with the discussions, one of…
I wish I learnt English as a child, says Lionel Messi
Argentine football legend Lionel Messi has shared a surprising and personal side of his life off the pitch — expressing regret that he didn’t focus more on formal education as a child, especially learning English. Speaking on the Mexican podcast Miro de Atras, Messi — widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all…
Uganda eyes 2031 World Cup bid
KAMPALA, Uganda — The Government of Uganda is considering submitting a bid to host the 2031 FIFA World Cup, building on momentum from the country’s successful bid to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. The announcement was made by Kedrace Turyagyenda, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education and Sports (Uganda), while appearing before…