FRIDAY, AUGUST 1, 2025
Good morning ! On this day in 2003, former Ugandan President - H.E Idi Amin Dada passed away in Saudi Arabia.
And on the same day, but in 1960, Benin gained independence from France.
It's also on this same day in 1987 when Mike Tyson became the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world after defeating Tony Tucker.
Today is our CEO's birthday. Please send Charles some love and wishes from where you are.
In the news.
▶️ Get ready for CHAN. But what is CHAN?
It is the African Nations Championship football tournament played only by home-based players, and this year's edition will be co-hosted by Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania.
The tournament starts tomorrow - August 2nd and ends on August 30th. Uganda will face Niger, Algeria, and South Africa in Group C. This tournament also serves as a test run for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which the same three East African nations will be co-hosting
Buy your match ticket at 10K only, here: https://chan.tkt.ug/
▶️ Meanwhile, the Electoral Commission will get a new headquarter office -2 years from now at a cost of Ush 400 billion. The 10 floor office will feature conference and nomination facilities, a multipurpose printing and storage warehouse and a hotel with 3 basements for parking.
That's it for today... but here are some events worth noting
ℹ️ Chozen Blood will be Live in the Jubilation Concert today August 1st, at the Kampala Serena Hotel
ℹ️ "Ija Nkutebeze" Solo Art Exhibition by Master Ntakky is open today, August 1st, at the Nommo Gallery
ℹ️ The Uganda Hotel Owners Association Expo 2025 is happening today, August 1st, at Hotel Africana.
Fnd more details in the newspapers and their online platforms.
And have sports filled weekend.
The Sanyu Daily Team.
DAILY QUOTE:
" We are aware of what tends to happen after night football games. We have made detailed security plans to protect the soccer fans. Those criminals who bring 'EGAALI' will be treated to a security menu they deserve". Afande Kituuma Rusoke - Police Spox.