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Politics

FDC Unanimously Chooses Nathan Nandala Mafabi as 2026 Presidential Candidate, Delegates Conference Postponed

The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) has unanimously endorsed Nathan Nandala Mafabi as its presidential flag bearer for the 2026 general elections, following a decision by party president Patrick Oboi Amuriat to step aside. The delegates' conference, originally scheduled for July 31, 2025, to elect the party's presidential candidate, has been called off after the consensus around Mafabi's endorsement.

By Lubowa Babu Hussein • Jul 31, 2025

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#Uganda Elections #FDC #Nathan Nandala Mafabi

Basketball

Mozambique Dominates Guinea to Advance to Women's Afrobasket Quarterfinals

Mozambique secured a commanding 91-38 victory over Guinea in the Women's Afrobasket, earning a spot in the quarterfinals. Their next challenge will be against Group A leaders, Mali.

By Chris Posiano • Jul 31, 2025

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#Women's Basketball #AfroBasket #basketball

Sports Events

Uganda to Host 2025 Africa Seniors Squash Championship

Uganda is preparing to host the 2025 Africa Seniors Squash Championship, aiming for a successful event with international participation in Kampala.

By Chris Posiano • Jul 31, 2025

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#Uganda #Kampala #sports event

Sports

South Sudan Stuns Egypt in AfroBasket Thriller, Faces Uganda in Quarterfinal Clash

South Sudan's women's basketball team made a stunning comeback against Egypt in the 2025 AfroBasket, securing a 75-65 victory and earning a quarterfinal matchup against Uganda.

By Chris Posiano • Jul 31, 2025

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#Uganda #South Sudan #AfroBasket

Sports

Uganda Issues Traffic Advisory for CHAN 2024 Football Tournament

As Uganda prepares to host the CHAN 2024 African Nations Championship, authorities have released detailed traffic guidelines to manage congestion around key venues and hotels during the event.

By Chris Posiano • Jul 31, 2025

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#CHAN 2024 #Uganda traffic #sports event

Football

Tom Brady Challenges Wayne Rooney's Leadership in Candid Birmingham City Documentary

Tom Brady, minority owner of Birmingham City, openly criticized Wayne Rooney's "work ethic" during the former England captain's short-lived managerial reign in a new Amazon Prime documentary. The series exposes internal tensions amid the club's chaotic 2023-24 Championship campaign, culminating in relegation and a controversial overhaul.

By Chris Posiano • Jul 31, 2025

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#Championship #Birmingham City #Wayne Rooney

Sports

World Athletics Mandates Genetic Screening for Female Category Competitors**

Starting September 1st, athletes intending to compete in the female category for world ranking events will be required to undergo a one-time genetic test, as announced by World Athletics. **

By Chris Posiano • Jul 31, 2025

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#Athletics #Women in Sports #Transgender Athletes

Football

Benjamin Sesko: Premier League Giants Lock Horns for Prolific Leipzig Striker

Manchester United, Newcastle, and Chelsea vie for RB Leipzig's £70m-rated Slovenian striker Benjamin Sesko, hailed for his athleticism and clinical finishing amid comparisons to Erling Haaland.

By Chris Posiano • Jul 30, 2025

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#Premier League #Transfers #Benjamin Sesko

Cricket

Ben Stokes' Absence Exposes England's Fragility in Crucial India Test

England faces heightened pressure in their series-deciding match against India as Ben Stokes' injury absence reveals vulnerabilities ahead of the Ashes.

By Chris Posiano • Jul 30, 2025

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#Ben Stokes #England Cricket #India Test Series

Natural Disasters

Seismic Shock in Russia: Why Tsunami Impact Defied Expectations

A powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake near Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula triggered tsunami alerts but caused minimal damage. Experts explain how geology and technology averted catastrophe.

By Lubowa Babu Hussein • Jul 30, 2025

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#Pacific Ring of Fire #Earthquakes #Tsunami Science

International News

Freed British-Israeli Hostage Condemns Starmer's Gaza Recognition Plan as 'Rewarding Terror'

A British-Israeli woman recently released from Hamas captivity has criticized UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, warning his decision to recognize a Palestinian state risks legitimizing terrorism.

By Lubowa Babu Hussein • Jul 30, 2025

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#Gaza Conflict #UK Politics #Hamas

Middle East

Gaza's Malnutrition Crisis Escalates: 154 Lives Lost Since 2023, Famine Fears Rise

Seven additional fatalities from malnutrition have been reported in Gaza, bringing the total to 154 since the 2023 Israel-Hamas conflict began, with UN officials warning of a potential famine. Israel denies restricting aid, but international allies and agencies dispute this claim.

By Lubowa Babu Hussein • Jul 30, 2025

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#Gaza Crisis #Malnutrition Deaths #Israel-Hamas War