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AFCONApr 23, 2026

CAF-Driven Overhaul: Sewanyana details targeted upgrades to elevate Namboole to AFCON 2027 standards

Managing Director Jamil Sewanyana has outlined a series of targeted infrastructure upgrades at Mandela National Stadium, Namboole, as Uganda intensifies efforts to align the venue with Confederation of African Football (CAF) standards ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. The ongoing second phase of renovations follows a CAF inspection report released in February, which […]

Apr 23, 20263 min read

AFCONApr 22, 2026

East Africa rallies behind AFCON 2027 vision as CAF maintains faith amid scrutiny

AFCONJan 28, 2026

Minister Ogwang and FUFA President Magogo clash over AFCON budget presentation in parliament

AFCONJan 26, 2026

Namboole Stadium upgrade to start in February as Uganda prepares for AFCON 2027

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AFCONApr 22, 2026

East Africa rallies behind AFCON 2027 vision as CAF maintains faith amid scrutiny

With questions lingering over infrastructure and readiness, East Africa’s historic joint bid to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) continues to receive firm backing from Confederation of African Football (CAF) President Patrice Motsepe. Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania—united under the PAMOJA bid—are set to become the first trio of nations to co-host the continent’s […]

AFCONJan 28, 2026

Minister Ogwang and FUFA President Magogo clash over AFCON budget presentation in parliament

A heated exchange between State Minister for Sports Peter Ogwang and FUFA President Moses Magogo Budiope East halted proceedings at the Education parliamentary committee on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. The clash occurred as Magogo attempted to present FUFA’s budget estimates for the 2027 AFCON tournament, with Ogwang objecting, citing lack of consultation with the National […]

AFCONJan 26, 2026

Namboole Stadium upgrade to start in February as Uganda prepares for AFCON 2027

Uganda is making significant strides in preparing its facilities for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027, with the National Council of Sports (NCS) confirming that the Namboole Stadium upgrade will commence in February. “After setting everything up, the Namboole Stadium upgrade is to start this February. The money for that job shall be coming […]

AFCONAug 30, 2025

Morocco overcomes Madagascar to win historic third CHAN title

The Atlas Lions of Morocco have etched their name in the annals of African football history by winning a record third TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) title. In a thrilling final, Morocco defeated first-time finalists Madagascar 3-2 at the Moi International Sports Centre in Kasarani, Nairobi. Oussama Lamlaoui was the star of the show, scoring […]

AFCONAug 16, 2025

Guinea’s CHAN 2024 dreams end in disappointment

The Syli Nationale’s CHAN 2024 campaign came to an end in a 1-1 draw against Algeria in a Group C encounter on Friday at the Mandela National Stadium in Namboole. Guinea needed a win to revive their slim chances of advancing to the quarterfinals, but the Algerians’ late equalizer dashed their hopes. The first half […]

AFCONAug 10, 2025

Ten-man Kenya stuns double champions Morocco to edge closer to quarterfinals

Photo by CAF Media In a thrilling match at the Kasarani Stadium in Nairobi, Kenya pulled off a stunning 1-0 victory over group favorites Morocco, catapulting them to the top of Group A in the 2024 African Nations Championship. Ryan Ogam’s clinical finish in the 42nd minute proved to be the difference-maker, as the Harambee […]

AFCONAug 10, 2025

Tanzania secures quarter-final spot with a win over Madagascar

Tanzania’s Taifa Stars sealed their place in the quarterfinals of the African Nations Championship (CHAN) with a thrilling 2-1 victory over Madagascar at the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium in Dar es Salaam. The match was marked by a lively home crowd, who cheered on the Taifa Stars despite empty seats scattered throughout the stadium. The hosts […]