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Liverpool manager Arne Slot addressed reporters following his team's 2-1 triumph against Southampton, securing advancement to the English League Cup Round of 16. The Dutch coach acknowledged shortcomings in his squad's overall display while fielding numerous players who had received limited...

Former Prime Minister Ruhakana Rugunda delivered remarks supporting President Museveni at Kololo Independence Grounds on Tuesday. The endorsement followed the Electoral Commission's formal acceptance of the 81-year-old leader's candidacy for Uganda's 2026 presidential race. Rugunda emphasized...

The Electoral Commission rejected Elton Mabirizi's presidential nomination paperwork due to missing academic credentials. Justice Simon Byabakama stated that the former 2016 candidate failed to submit his Master's degree certificate alongside other required documents. Officials gave Mabirezi...

General Muhoozi Kainerugaba paid respects at the birthplace of Mao Zedong during his official visit to China. The Ugandan defense chief laid a wreath and bowed before a bronze statue at Shaoshan Village in Hunan Province, where the Chinese revolutionary leader was born in 1893. Mao founded the...

Katwe Police investigate the death of Wilfred Namuwaya, a performer known as Top Dancer who previously worked with Fangone Forest. The victim died at Mulago Hospital on September 22 after sustaining severe injuries from an attack. Authorities believe Musomali collected Namuwaya from his Ndeeba...

President Museveni discouraged young Ugandans from pursuing employment abroad after receiving his 2026 election nomination. He questioned why citizens travel to Dubai when Uganda offers greater job potential than Middle Eastern nations. The president warned that laborers abandon domestic wealth...

Uganda's Electoral Commission accepted President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni's candidacy for the 2026 presidential race during Tuesday morning proceedings at Lubowa nomination grounds. The 81-year-old leader appeared alongside First Lady Janet Kataaha Museveni and senior National Resistance Movement...

Ambassador Farid Kaliisa presented diplomatic credentials to President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema during an official ceremony at Gabon's State House in Libreville. Uganda's representative delivered greetings from President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni to his Gabonese counterpart. President Oligui...

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni allocated Shs150 million to various youth and vendor cooperatives in Kampala on September 22, 2025. Moses Byaruhanga, Senior Presidential advisor on Political Mobilisation, distributed the funds during a ceremony at Okello House in Nakasero. Six cooperatives...

Uganda's National Agricultural Research Organisation transferred thirteen potato varieties to nine private seed companies during a September 22 ceremony at Kajjansi. The varieties feature newly developed NAROPOT 7 through 10, which target industrial applications and produce over 25 tons per...

Makerere University has named Prof. Sarah Ssali to serve as First Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Academic Affairs. Chancellor Dr. Crispus Kiyonga made this historic appointment based on recommendations from the University Council and Senate. Prof. Ssali becomes the second woman to assume this...

ZimTrade organizes a Buyers Seminar on October 15, 2025, as part of Zimbabwe Export Week. International buyers from nine countries will attend this event to meet with local exporters. The gathering attracts participants from France, Mozambique, Zambia, Angola, South Africa, the Democratic...

The World Food Programme considers establishing Zimbabwe as a central distribution point for humanitarian assistance across Southern Africa. Industry and Commerce Minister Nqobizitha Mangaliso Ndlovu announced this development during the Zimbabwe Economic Development Conference held in Bulawayo...

Zimbabwe strengthened its position as a regional leader in tax reform by hosting the Global Forum on Transparency conference in Victoria Falls. Deputy Minister David Mnangagwa addressed international tax authorities about the country's progress toward building modern financial systems. The...

CAPS United announces a major sponsorship agreement with an Eswatini bank establishing operations in Zimbabwe. The Green Machine will receive financial support and two advanced buses as part of the three-year contract beginning in 2026. Club officials scheduled the announcement for Friday, two...

Highlanders achieved a remarkable turnaround against Scottland at Barbourfields Stadium during their Chibuku Super Cup quarter-final encounter. The match concluded with a 2-2 regulation draw before Highlanders secured victory through a 2-1 penalty shootout triumph. Captain Andrew Mbeba scored...

Midlands football faces another devastating loss as Joseph Banda died Sunday at Bethel Hospital following a brief stress-related illness. The former Zimalloys goalkeeper and team manager passed away just two days after FC Platinum Under-19 player Perfector Shoko died. Grassroots coach Sama...

Zimbabwe prepares to cultivate 3.1 million hectares during the approaching summer agricultural season. Officials report input mobilization has commenced while implementing enhanced corruption prevention measures. The nation maintains sufficient grain reserves following successful previous...

Electronic engineering student Joe Panashe Nyika developed an innovative battery management system at Bindura University of Science Education. The device monitors solar batteries through Internet of Things technology while providing enhanced security features. His creation appeared during the...

Zanu PF will convene its 22nd Annual National People's Conference from October 13 through 18 at Mutare Polytechnic in Manicaland Province. Over 4,000 delegates will gather to discuss party matters and national policies during this significant political event. The conference theme focuses on...