WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 27, 2025.

Good morning, Sanyu Fam.

📆 Today in UG History

In 1959, the British Protectorate government signed the agreement to construct the National Theatre. This landmark decision paved the way for a vibrant hub of arts, music, and performance that has shaped generations of Ugandan talent.

🌍On this same day in 1907 that the Battle of Oldani, a key confrontation of the Maji Maji Rebellion, took place in Tanzania. While a tragic event, the bravery and resistance shown by local fighters against colonial forces remains a powerful symbol of the struggle for African self-determination.

✨Anyone you know celebrating a birthday today? Give them a shout-out!

💡In our trivia today - The "rolex" is a popular Ugandan street food. Can you guess what two main ingredients are rolled inside the chapati?

📖 Here is today's news summary.

📌There is significant news and controversy surrounding a new deal where Uganda will accept deportees from the United States. While the Gov't has confirmed the agreement, with officials stating a preference for receiving deportees of African origin and those without criminal records, the deal is being criticized by opposition figures and human rights activists.

📌Meanwhile, Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) will provide 372 million to restore Namananga Forest reserve in Kayunga district. More than 80,000 indigenous trees will be planted in the 459 -hectare reserve. (see more)

📌In elections, The NRM delegates conference starts today. The entrepreneur league polls were stopped because of anomalies. It is even said that to 'taste' on a vote in NRM one needs about 50oM to one billion (see more)

📌Banaye, be careful with Saunas! One exploded at Buziga country resort on Sunday night injuring 8 people and damaging property worth millions.

⚽In sports, the stage is set for the African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 final - as Morocco and Madagascar face off this Saturday on 30th August at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, Kenya (see more)

👋 Thats all for today. Let us know which story you enjoyed most by replying to this email.

The Sanyu Daily Team

💭 DAILY QUOTE

"Are they refugees or prisoners?" Nicholas Opiyo - Human Rights Lawyer.