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Youth football lovers are set for another thrilling weekend as the King of Soccer Epic Gala returns with its highly anticipated 14th Season, scheduled for Saturday, 14th May 2026 at Green Valley Playground, Kigombya Mukono. The youth football tournament continues to grow into one of the region’s most respected grassroots football events, aimed at creating opportunities for talented young players …

Protecting Uganda’s Youth: Mental Health, Digital Risks, and the Urgent Need for School-Based Safeguarding Systems × Uganda is increasingly witnessing disturbing reports of suicide, substance abuse, emotional distress, violence, and mental health struggles among young people. Sadly, many of these conversations only gain national attention after tragedy has already occurred. This is no longer an isolated concern, it is a …

The 100 young leaders participating in the Equity Leaders Program taking place at Africa Bible University Lubowa were challenged to embrace discipline, integrity, and purposeful leadership during intensive self development sessions featuring senior executives and industry experts.The program brought together speakers from banking, marketing, finance and risk management, each offering practical lessons on leadership in an increasingly uncertain and fast-changing …

× ]]]]>]]> Kabale youth is missing. check his details below; ANNOUNCEMENT: MISSING PERSON Dear Brethren, One of our own, Asiimwe Smith, has been missing since Sunday.(son to Mr Asiimwe and Viola of Kikungiri) Description: Tall, Black boy, heavy body.Contact: 0785808065 if found or with any information. “Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.” – Galatians 6:2 …

By Staff Reporter In Uganda’s evolving political mobilisation landscape, a new crop of youthful grassroots actors is steadily positioning itself for national administrative roles. Among them is Nayebale David Benezeri, a Sembabule-based political activist whose growing visibility within pro-government structures has sparked calls from sections of local leaders and youth groups for his consideration in upcoming Resident District Commissioner (RDC) …

The Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation officially launched a national youth hackathon as part of the activities leading up to the 2026 National Science Week, which is scheduled to begin April 30 at Kololo Independence Grounds. The weeklong celebration will bring together innovators, researchers and students from across the country. The hackathon is designed to ignite youth participation in …

Queer youth have a role to play in building Cameroon’s future Cameroon President Paul Biya in 2024. (Photo courtesy of BBC/Getty) COMMENTARY For several decades, President Paul Biya has placed youth and women at the heart of his inauguration speeches and New Year’s addresses. He regularly emphasizes their driving role in building the Cameroon of tomorrow, portraying them as essential …

Kampala– The head of the State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU), Col. Edith Nakalema has tipped the youth on intentional fatherhood. State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU) head Col. Edith Nakalema having an engagement with the content creators and social media influencers at the State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU) headquarters on the 17th March 2026. Photos by PPU/Tony Rujuta. …

By Charles Peter Mayiga Why Young People Should Stop Chasing Instant Wealth Charles Peter Mayiga (Courtesy photo) Patience, Not Pressure: Rethinking Wealth Among the Youth The Illusion of Instant Riches and the Value of Steady Growth True Wealth Takes Time: A Message to the Young Generation Opinion: Wealth Is a Marathon, Not a Sprint for the Youth In today’s fast-paced …

Hoima City, Uganda — Hon. Mercy Kanyesigye has pledged to champion inclusive and people-centred leadership after being elected National Female Youth Member of Parliament, following polls held on February 6, 2026, in Hoima City. Mercy Kanyesigye In a statement released after her victory, Kanyesigye described her election as a collective triumph for young people across the country, particularly those who …