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  • Pictorial: How it went down at Kyabazinga’s 36th birthday dinner

    Pictorial: How it went down at Kyabazinga’s 36th birthday dinner

    The Kyabazinga of Busoga William Gabula Nadiope IV on Saturday celebrated his 36th birthday at his Igenge Palace in Bugembe, Jinja City.

    Kyabazinga was accompanied by his wife and Inhebantu of Busoga HRH Jovia Mutesi at the colourful birthday event. It was Inhebantu’s maiden appearance at such an event in the Kingdom.

    The event was attended by the First Deputy Prime Minister and also Minister of East African Community Affairs Alitwala Rebecca Kadaga, the Minister for General Duties in the Prime Minister’s office Justine Kasule Lumumba, the Permanent Secretary Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development Aggrey David Kibenge, Busoga Kingdom’s Prime Minister Dr. Joseph Muvawala and his 1st and 2nd deputies Prof. Dr. Muhamadi Lubega Kisambira and Al-Haj Osman Ahmed Noor, FUFA President Moses Magogo, FDC’s Salaamu Musumba, Prof. Wasswa Balunywa, MPs, Royal Chiefs, Princes and Princesses from Bulamogi chiefdom, and OBB Ministers among others.

    Invited guests clad in suits with bow ties for men and in elegant party dresses and Gomemis for ladies, started arriving at Igenge Palace at 2:00pm and were being welcomed by ushers who directed them where to sit in the main tent.

    The Kyabazinga, clad in a black suit with a white shirt and the Inhebantu who was clad in a black well-designed party dress arrived at the mega tent at about 7:30pm while waving to subjects amidst ululation and chants.

    During the event, the FUFA President made a presentation about development of football in Busoga, its vision, about the development of Busoga as a Kingdom, brief background of FUFA plus naming some of the Uganda Cranes players and legends who started their football journeys from Busoga.

    Magogo presented Busoga United Team’s new logo and Jersey to the Kyabazinga which he signed on.

    Magogo called for funding for the team up to a tune of sh500m per year and requested stakeholders and well-wishers to support the community team.

    Owek Al-Haj Osman Ahmed Noor, in his speech, recognised all partners of Busoga Kingdom and their contributions towards development programs initiated by the Kingdom.

    In his speech, the Kyabazinga expressed gratitude to all development partners in Busoga for fostering development in the sub region through their various programs.

    He also appreciated his parents and parents of Inhebantu for the parental guidance they have always given to them.

    Later the Kyabazinga, while flanked by Inhebantu cut a cake which they served to their guests at the event and proceeded inside their palace after singing the closing anthems.

    Local artists who included Rachael Monique and Tina Baiby entertained guests with their kisoga songs that praised the Kyabazinga and Inhebantu for their unwavering commitment towards developing Busoga.

    At climax, some VVIP guests went to the dance floor and unleashed their dancing strokes and guests left at their leisure.

  • Pictorial: The annual Kagulu Rock Climbing Challenge 2024 was massively attended

    Pictorial: The annual Kagulu Rock Climbing Challenge 2024 was massively attended

    Thousands and thousands turned up for the annual Kagulu Rock Climbing Challenge 2024 led by His Majesty William Wilberforce Gabula Nadiope IV, the Kyabazinga of Busoga on Saturday in Buyende District.

    The Kyabazinga was welcomed by the Prime Minister of Busoga Owek Dr.Joseph Muvawala.

    Government dignitaries, including the area MP Hon Hassim Moses Magogo and Buyende District Woman MP Hon Mary Annet Nakato, among others graced the occasion physically.

    During his speech, His Majesty Kyabazinga applauded the President of Uganda H.E Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for supporting the development of Busoga Tourism & Heritage Sites.

    He thanked Maama Kadaga and minister of Busoga Tourism Owek. Hellen Olga Namutamba for the wonderful work they are doing in the kingdom.

    Iseiffe Kyabazinga awarded Certificates of Appreciation to President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and the 1st Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for East African Affairs, Rt Hon. Rebecca Alitwala Kadaga.

    The chairperson Busoga Tourism Board Maama Kadaga unveiled the increase in number of tourism sites from 35 to 45. The minister Owek Hellen Namutamba revealed that a tourism training school, installation of a cable car, modern market etc will all be established at Kagulu Rock Site.

    During the event, Queen Kagoya Ann Lisa from Bugweri chiefdom was crowned as Miss Tourism Busoga 2024/25, Queen Kasuswa Jane Martha from Bunha chiefdom is the 1st Runners Up, Queen Nassimbwa Atika Shakira from Butembe chiefdom is the 2nd Runners Up.

    Shon Wizzy was appointed as the Busoga Tourism Ambassador to further promote and celebrate the beautiful region. Miss & Mr. TikTok Busoga were also appointed.

    Maama Kadaga, the Chairperson of the Busoga Tourism Board, generously donated gifts to the younger girls and boys who won the Kagulu Rock Climbing Challenge. She also promised to offer a full scholarship to Salima, the only Musoga female talented kickboxer.

    “We extend our heartfelt thanks to the sponsors and everyone who attended and made this event a success. Together, we continue to uplift and preserve the rich cultural heritage of Busoga,” Hon. Hellen Olga Namutamba said.

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  • Crown Beverages Limited announces 3 year partnership with FUFA

    Crown Beverages Limited announces 3 year partnership with FUFA

    Mengo, Kampala: Crown Beverages Limited (CBL), the bottlers of Nivana Packaged Drinking Water, Pepsi Cola, Mirinda, Mountain Dew, Evervess as well as Sting Energy Drink and The Federation of Uganda Football Association (FUFA) have today officially signed a memorandum of understanding in which Nivana will become the Official Water partner to FUFA.

    The Ushs. 500 million partnership announcement that was made at the official signing ceremony held at FUFA House in Mengo will cover all the Uganda National Teams.
    Speaking at the ceremony, Timothy Luzinda, the Head of Marketing Crown Beverages Limited said that, as a Ugandan brand, Crown Beverages takes pride in being involved in activities and initiatives that speak directly to the passion points of its customers, like sports, entertainment, music among others.

    “Ugandan football is at the heart of all Ugandans whether or not they are avid sports lovers. Additionally, for a long time now, we have been at the forefront of supporting Ugandan football as and when need arose,” Luzinda observed.
    “Today however, we go a step further in legitimizing our support through a long-term partnership with FUFA, that will see our Nivana brand become the official refreshment partner for the next three years,” he noted adding that this gesture shows CBL’s appreciation of the partnership with FUFA and the joint desire to see Ugandan football prosper.

    This partnership is a fulfilment of CBL’s promise to build a strong partnership with FUFA, for the good of Ugandan football as it assures all the national teams under FUFA’s portfolio of Nivana water as refreshment for training sessions and for all games, as well as funds for logistics purposes.
    In his remarks, Eng. Moses Magogo thanked CBL for its continuous support towards Ugandan sports, noting that the company was the first partner of beach soccer when the game was still in its infancy stage.

    “Nivana has always been a partner of the association, this step is however key in formalizing the existing relationship and in setting terms of agreement for both of us,” noted Eng. Magogo.
    He added that FUFA has partners from different industries and sectors, however, the one with Nivana is one of a kind as it provides all the national teams with a unique product that is relevant for their health daily. “As the old saying goes, Water is Life, and what Nivana is doing – giving life to players.”
    While signing the agreement, FUFA CEO Edgar Watson said, “We welcome Nivana on board and we are excited about this renewed journey and look forward to seeing our national teams raise the Uganda flag high”
    “Long hours of training require refreshments for all players, and we couldn’t be more grateful to Nivana for officially coming on board as the water partner,” he justified.
    The teams under FUFA, and who will benefit from the partnership with Nivana include Uganda Cranes, the Crested Cranes (Women’s National Team), Hippos (Boys under 23 Years), Kobs (Boys under 17 Years), Cubs (Boys Under 15 Years) and Sand Cranes (Beach Soccer National Team).

  • NIC Holdings hands over 30KVA Generator to FUFA

    NIC Holdings hands over 30KVA Generator to FUFA

    National Insurance Corporation (NIC) Holdings Limited has officially handed over a brand new generator to Federation of Uganda Football Association (FUFA) on Tuesday at FUFA offices in Mengo.

    NIC, the insurance partner of Uganda Cranes extended their strong relationship with the federation that has lasted for over 12 years by officially handing over a new 30 KVA three-phase generator.

    This is an upgrade of the first generator NIC Holdings Limited donated to FUFA in 2008.

    While handing over the generator, NIC Managing Director, Mr. Folayan Bayo indicated this will help FUFA to carry out its activities more efficiently.

    “I commend FUFA for its continued growth most especially the construction of the new offices. The generator is meant to improve the services that FUFA offers to Ugandans and enable them to tackle the key issues involving football especially in regards to reaching the grassroots population,” Bayo said.

    “As a company, NIC Holdings Limited is committed to helping footballers in Uganda to realize their dreams,” he added.

    “Our vision in supporting football in Uganda is to create an enabling environment for our footballers so that they too can compete on a global platform and rank among the best,” he said.


    FUFA President Moses Magogo, who also graced the function lauded NIC Holdings Limited for the new generator and indicated this will help in making work easier at the FUFA Complex that has three buildings.

    “We are in a modern era where most of the work requires the use of power and you definitely need back up like this generator. We thank NIC Holdings Limited for the brand new generator given to the federation because this will help us in fulfilling our tasks. Most importantly, we appreciate the fact that such companies have kept trust in FUFA and continue to work with us. We have partnered with NIC Holdings for a long time and they still believe in our marriage. For 12 years we appreciate your contribution to the development of the game. We have been able to receive three generators from NIC since our partnership began. We approached NIC to have a new Generator and fortunately they accepted,” Mr. Magogo said.

    This is the third generator that FUFA is receiving from NIC Holdings Limited since 2008. One is at FUFA Technical Centre Njeru, the other will be used at the Cranes Paradise Hotel while the new one will work at the FUFA Complex.

    Last year, NIC Holdings renewed their partnership towards Uganda Cranes with 660M that covers 33 players and technical staff in case of injuries and deaths that may occur while the beneficiaries are either on or off the pitch. NIC also insures players in the FUFA Drum and FUFA Juniors League.

  • Bryan White meets with FUFA’s Magogo

    Bryan White meets with FUFA’s Magogo

    New don in town and sport lover as well as supporter, Bryan White has met up with Federation of Uganda Football Association (FUFA) president Eng. Moses Magogo to discuss the football game in Uganda.

    The Express FC diehard said he had a little chat with the big man in Ugandan football to see they are to raise the football game in Uganda.

    Magogo with Bryan White after discussing football development in Uganda

    “The FUFA president was also available and I had a little chat with him on how we are going to raise our Ugandan football,” Bryan White said.

    Magogo and Bryan White (R)

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