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No One Could Stop Yumbe: Perfect Run Ends in West Nile Cup Glory
Yumbe District has won the 2026 West Nile Cup after defeating hosts Moyo in the final at Celecelea Stadium, completing a perfect run in a tournament aimed at promoting unity and identifying grassroots football talent.
Westnile Regional League: Bar-Okoro Pact: Paidha Football Unites
Paidha’s football giants have put rivalry aside and joined hands, with Paidha United SC and Paidha Black Angels SC signing a landmark MoU to share Bar-Okoro Stadium in a partnership built on unity, brotherhood and football development.
The Comeback Gets Bigger: Fabrica Lounge Joins Onduparaka’s Revival
The Caterpillars’ journey back to the Uganda Premier League has received another boost, with Fabrica Lounge becoming the latest local business partner to rally behind Onduparaka FC’s comeback dream.
WARR FC Host Pakwach Young Stars in West Nile Homecoming Clash
WARR FC’s clash with Pakwach Young Stars goes beyond a build-up game, bringing together two sides with strong West Nile roots. While WARR FC, based in Nakawa, draws its identity from Warr Town Council in Zombo District, Pakwach Young Stars represent West Nile, creating a “home away from home” moment for the region’s football community in Kampala.
Onama Bosco takes his deep professionalism to Hospital view Arena at Kuluva Rainbow fc
Fittness coach onama Bosco has signed for Kuluva Rainbow fc
Kisakku Joins the Blacks: Paidha Black Angels’ Rebuild Begins
Paidha Black Angels have strengthened their midfield with the signing of Jonathan Moses Kisakku from Bunyaruguru United-Rwenzori Lions, handing him a two-year contract after a 17-appearance campaign in the FUFA Big League.
Akena Geoffrey Takes the Helm: Onduparaka Unleash New Era
Onduparaka FC have handed the reins to seasoned tactician Akena Geoffrey, appointing the 47-year-old CAF B coach on a one-year renewable contract as the Caterpillars set their sights on a new chapter of ambition, belief and redemption.
Coming Up: Paidha Black Angels Open Pursuit of Bunyaruguru's Kisakku
With talks to commence this week, The Blacks are looking forward to bring the Bunyaruguru midfielder ahead of the upcoming season.
Race the Nile Uganda: National Tourism Events Organizers Federation Offers Full Support
The federation described Race the Nile Uganda Ultra as exactly the kind of high-impact, forward-thinking event the country needs, signaling that its support goes beyond words.
Race the Nile Uganda Ultra: West Nile Set to Host Inaugural 'Extreme Survival' Five-Day Cycling Race
West Nile will host Uganda's first-ever self-supported extreme cycling race—800km over five days, with riders relying entirely on local communities for food, shelter and repairs. Speaking at its launch in Arua City, reknown conservationist Dr. Lilly Ajarova, hopes it will put the region's tourism and culture on the global map.
Official: Paidha Black Angels Confirm Mark Twinamatsiko as Head Coach for New Season
Twinamatsiko's expected new spell at Bar Okoro continues a remarkable story. He joined Paidha mid-season, inheriting a squad already six games into the 2025/26 campaign and sitting in the relegation zone following the club's split with previous coach Godfrey Wasswa.
Lia FC Appoint Experienced Coach Samson Ceasor Okhuti Ahead of New Regional League Season
Regional League side Lia FC have confirmed the appointment of experienced tactician Samson Ceasor Okhuti as head coach, bringing on board a proven winner with an impressive record across West Nile football.
PBA in Final Stages of Deal with Head Coach Ahead of the New Season: Announcement Looms
Paidha Black Angels have entered the final stages towards announcing head coach ahead of the new season, bringing to an end rumours that have circulated in the recent weeks, we can confirm.
New Era Begins: Pakwach Young Stars SC Elects New President, Unveils Executive Ahead of Historic FUFA Big League Campaign
Pakwach Young Stars SC has turned the page on a historic chapter by electing former club manager Robert Opar as president and unveiling a new executive leadership team tasked with steering the West Nile champions through their maiden 2026/27 FUFA Big League season.
Onduparaka FC Launches UGX 30 Million Pre-Season Fundraising Dinner Drive
After a successful fundraising concert earlier this year, Onduparaka FC has launched another bold initiative—a pre-season fundraising dinner targeting UGX 30 million to strengthen player welfare and finance preparations for the 2026/27 Big League campaign.
A Fresh Start as Paidha Black Angels Now Get a Verified X Account
With the verification badge now secured, Paidha Black Angels comfortably position themselves as the only second-tier club in West Nile with a verified X presence. It's a small but telling marker of administrative housekeeping that few clubs at this level have prioritised.
West Nile Star Mustafa Kizza Set to Light Up MTN Omondi Stadium in Special Charity Clash
Mustafa Kizza is turning football friendships into a force for good. After a successful community initiative in Kenya supported by Nairobi United, the West Nile player now brings the East African football family to MTN Omondi Stadium on 9th July for a fundraising match in support of former KCCA FC coach Mike Mutebi, with Victor Wanyama, McDonald Mariga and Allan Okello among the expected stars.
Nebbi Discovers Its Next Football Stars in Historic FUFA Odilo U14 Debut
Nebbi Municipality has officially joined FUFA's grassroots football development programme, hosting its first-ever Odilo U14 Primary Schools Tournament. The sixth edition of the nationwide competition kicked off on Friday with impressive displays of young talent, offering aspiring footballers a chance to represent the district.
Coming In: Ntungasaze FC Inches Closer to Signing Free Agent Bright Vuni
Vuni who made his name as a dependable centre-back for West Nile Province in the FUFA Drum featured for URA FC until the end of last season after his return from the loan spell at Entebbe UPPC FC.
From Dar es Salaam With Gold: Vicky and Teen Cranes Retain 2026 CECAFA Crown
Vicky Atyeronimungu was part of the Uganda U-17 Women's National Team squad that successfully defended the CECAFA U-17 Women's Championship title in Dar es Salaam, helping the Teen Cranes complete an unbeaten campaign on their way to regional glory.
Schools Football: Lwanga Keen on Poaching Mvara SS Coach Okhuti
Okhuti, who recently guided Pakwach Super Eagles through their promotional campaign into the FUFA Big League, losing only once in the West Nile Regional League could soon be headed to the Koboko schools football powerhouse.
Former UPDF Tactician Pius Ngabo Joins Dudu to Steer at Ntungasaze FC
Ntungasaze FC have appointed Pius Ngabo as their new head coach ahead of their maiden Uganda Premier League campaign, joining Coach Dudu Bosco who was unveiled at the club last evening.
Confirmed: Ntungasaze FC Unveil Dudu Bosco on Multi-year Deal
Potentially capable of helping them establish a firm footing among Uganda's established giants, Coach Dudu Bosco arrives with a rich coaching résumé having previously won the maiden FUFA Drum with West Nile Province.
Parombo United Crowned West Nile Provincial League Champions As Hot Springs Fc Seals Regional League Promotion
Parombo United FC and Hot Springs FC have secured promotion to the 2026/27 Regional League after emerging victorious in the decisive West Nile Provincial League playoffs, while Yohana FC claimed the West Nile Fifth Division League title.