TUSKER LITE TEAMS UP WITH GULU MARATHON FOR SECOND SPECTACLE
Tusker Lite has partnered with the Gulu City Marathon for its second edition on December 6, 2025. The event features multiple race categories and a vibrant after-party, promoting fitness and culture in Northern Uganda.
Tusker Lite Back For Gulu City Marathon Edition - COURTESY/PHOTO
Ahead of its second edition, which will take place at Gulu's Kaunda Grounds on December 6, 2025, Tusker Lite has announced a collaboration with the Gulu City Marathon.
The premium beer brand, which is well-known for boosting running and lifestyle events in Uganda, is bringing its distinctive vibrancy to the northern metropolis, promising runners and partygoers a culturally immersive, entertaining, and fitness-infused experience.
By encouraging active living and community involvement, the brand hopes to increase its impact in Uganda's running scene and build on the success of the Tusker Lite Mt. Rwenzori Marathon, which was hosted in Kasese in August.
Denise Nazzinda, Uganda Breweries Limited's Brand Manager for Tusker Lite, said the partnership exemplifies the company's dedication to bringing people together via common experiences.
The Tusker Lite Mt. Rwenzori Marathon demonstrated to us that running can foster community and provide lifelong memories in addition to physical fitness. We want to bring that same spirit to Gulu and make this marathon even more spectacular," Nazzinda stated.
The 42-kilometre full marathon, 21-kilometre half marathon, 10-kilometre, and 5-kilometre fun and family runs will all be part of the Gulu City Marathon, which has the theme Running for Culture and Heritage. The Great North Run Company is organising the event, which is expected to draw over 1,000 people and promote running tradition in northern Uganda as well as culture and health.
The day will end with an after-party at which Tusker Lite will treat runners and supporters to a VIP event honouring accomplishment and the exciting nightlife of Gulu.
People often run in the morning and then go home for most marathons. This is not just a race; we want to make it more. It will be a celebration of uniqueness, growth, and community," Nazzinda continued.
Medals will be awarded to all finishers, and registered participants will receive a personalised event T-shirt and string bag for UGX 60,000.
The collaboration strengthens Tusker Lite's theme of living fearlessly and savouring life to the fullest and represents another phase in the company's expanding support for Uganda's fitness and lifestyle events.
UGANDA CUBS’ SPIRITED SHOW ENDS IN NARROW 3–2 PARAGUAY LOSS
The Uganda Cubs (U17) fell 3-2 to Paraguay in a thrilling Dubai friendly. Despite goals from James Bogere & Abubakali Walusimbi, a defensive error cost them. Coach Ssenyondo remains upbeat ahead of their historic 2025 FIFA U17 World Cup.
Paraguay Edge Uganda Cubs 3–2 in Dubai - COURTESY/PHOTO
In Tuesday night's final international friendly match of the Dubai Youth Challenge Cup, the Uganda Cubs, Uganda's U17 national team, put up another valiant display but lost to Paraguay, a South American squad, 3–2.
The game was the final test for the Cubs before their historic 2025 FIFA U17 World Cup debut in Qatar. Once more, Brian Ssenyondo's charges displayed attacking promise, but defensive lapses undid their progress.
James Bogere, the young Ugandans' danger man, gave them the lead in the 24th minute. Bogere had previously scored against Venezuela and was continuing his excellent scoring record.
But Paraguay fought back, as Alan Ledesma equalised in the 40th minute from the penalty spot.
Almada Derlis gave the South Americans the lead with a well-executed goal four minutes later, guaranteeing Paraguay had a 2-1 lead at halftime.
After the half, Uganda returned with renewed vigour, applying pressure to Paraguay before Abubakali Walusimbi levelled the score in the 55th minute.
Despite the comeback, De Cavalho Mouricio took advantage of a defensive blunder to slide in the game-winning goal in the 71st minute, giving Paraguay the lead again.
After an encouraging 1-1 draw with Venezuela in their opening match, Uganda lost to Panama 2-1, marking their second loss in Dubai.
Following the match, head coach Brian Ssenyondo remained upbeat ahead of the World Cup and thanked his troops for the experience they received throughout the camp.
"I am grateful that this camp has taken place, and I would like to thank the Federation for this initiative as it has provided us with a realistic picture of what the World Cup will be like," Ssenyondo stated.
It means a lot because the teams we have faced are from the same area as our group rivals, Canada and Chile. The good news is that we have scored first in each of the three games, demonstrating our offensive ability. We need to get better at game management and defence. I think everything will be set up by the time we play our first game in Qatar.
At the forthcoming FIFA U17 World Cup, Uganda is grouped with Canada, Chile, and France in Group K. They will play their first match against Canada on November 5.
Even though the Cubs have lost all of their friendlies in Dubai, their performances have taught them important lessons and given them more self-assurance before their first appearance on the international scene.
LADY DOLPHINS TAKE CHARGE IN NBL FINALS, BEAT JAGUARS 2-1
JKL Lady Dolphins take a 2-1 NBL Finals lead after a dominant 77-59 win over JT Lady Jaguars. A strong fourth-quarter performance sealed the victory for the defending champions.
Flavia Oketcho rewinding the days, contributing 13 points while sinking 4 of 5 three-point field goals - COURTESY/PHOTO
The JT Lady Jaguars fell apart in the fourth quarter, giving the JKL Lady Dolphins a 2-1 lead in the National Basketball League playoffs.
At the Lugogo Indoor Arena on Tuesday, the JKL Lady Dolphins defeated the JT Lady Jaguars 77-59 in the NBL Finals.
Despite getting off to a strong start, the Kira-based team dropped their second straight game due to the Lady Dolphins' zonal defence.
The Lady Jaguars took a six-point (24–18) lead at the end of the first quarter after the Lady Dolphins' high pick and roll failed.
Becky Keren Longom came off the bench to strengthen the defence of the defending champions as the Lady Dolphins struggled to keep up with the Lady Jaguars' rapid transitional style.
The Lady Dolphins led by a slender margin of one point (36-35) at the half.
As the Lady Jaguars entered the final quarter trailing by one point (52–51), they improved their defence after coming out of the locker rooms.
The Lady Dolphins' experience and mindset provided them with the advantage in the last quarter as the Lady Jaguars struggled offensively and made poor decisions.
Sudi Ulanga, the coach of the Lady Jaguars, had to call a timeout because the team was ahead 8-0 going into the fourth quarter. However, the Jaguars trailed by 18 points and were only able to score eight points in spite of the team talk.
The Lady Dolphins' top scorers in double figures were Brenda Ekone (11 points), Evelyn Nakiyinji (12 points), Hope Akello (17 points), and Flavia Oketcho (13 points).
However, the only Lady Jaguars players to score in double figures were Rhoda Nagitta (15 points) and Shakirah Nanvubya (13 points).