The Legends Marathon 2025 returns on April 13 at Legends Rugby Grounds, Lugogo, inviting runners to “Run For Your Legend” in honor of those who inspire them. With 5km, 10km, 21km, and 42km race options, proceeds will support Athlete Career+, a program empowering athletes with life skills beyond the game. It’s more than a marathon, it’s a movement of purpose, resilience, and community.
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The 2025 Kabaka Birthday Run kit has been unveiled under the theme “Men for Good Health to Save the Girl Child,” ahead of the April 6 event. Now in its 12th edition, the run continues to support Uganda’s fight against HIV/AIDS, with Airtel Uganda reaffirming its commitment to community health. Run kits cost UGX 20,000, and every step taken brings us closer to ending HIV/AIDS by 2030.
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Motherwell Soccer Academy in Mutungo is nurturing young talent through football and academics, recently inspired by a visit from English legend Steven Taylor. Under Coach David Kamanzi’s guidance, pupils are training hard for the FUFA ODILO Championship, with support from parents and the community. From Desire Kato to Kusasira, the academy is igniting dreams, one child, one goal at a time.
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Over 6,000 runners braved the rain at the 2025 Absa KH3 7 Hills Run to champion girls' education under the theme "Change Her Story." Proceeds will support initiatives breaking barriers to quality education for girls, aligning with the UN SDGs. With record-breaking performances, the run continues to make an impact beyond the finish line.
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Read MoreThis initiative, supported by Saudi Arabia and Uganda’s leadership, provides essential food items like rice, sugar, and cooking oil to help families observe their daily fast. As economic hardships persist, this act of generosity reaffirms the values of compassion and solidarity that define Ramadan, ensuring that even the most vulnerable can observe the holy month with dignity.
Read MoreSince 2021, Omumanyi wa Salam has been more than a competition—it’s a transformative journey of knowledge and empowerment. The 2025 edition welcomes over 40 participants to test their understanding of Islam, history, and global affairs, with life-changing prizes like a Hajj pilgrimage and a land title. Beyond the contest, this initiative fosters education, community engagement, and personal growth, reinforcing Salam TV’s commitment to knowledge-sharing and cultural exchange.
Read MoreGiving Digest: Rising Above Indifference – A Community Steps Up for Jjaja Namuddu
Through the kindness of generous individuals, UGX 10,500,000 was raised and handed over to Jjaja Namuddu, bringing a long-lost smile to her face. This act of compassion reminds us that when systems fail, humanity can still rise to the occasion.
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Giving Digest: Bringing Hope to Kauga Prison Community
The Rotaract Club of UCU-Mukono, in partnership with TASLAF Advocates and Ruth Nanjobe, organized a heartwarming outreach to Kauga Prison, providing inmates with essential gifts and words of encouragement. The initiative brought hope and support to the community, showcasing the power of collective generosity.
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Giving Digest: 31 Days, 31 Half Marathons – A Reflection on Running for a Cause
Coach Ken and friends of Caldwell Fitness came together for the 5th edition of the “31 Days, 31 Half Marathons” charity run, bringing hope to the elderly and vulnerable children in slum communities. The initiative culminated in a joyful ice cream party, celebrating resilience, generosity, and community spirit.
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Giving Digest: Transforming Young Lives Through Community After-School Clubs
NFT Consult, led by Group CEO Elizabeth Ntege, has relaunched its Community After-School Clubs, offering disadvantaged children aged 5 to 13 the opportunity to develop critical skills in leadership, language, and social interaction. Originally launched in 2019 and paused due to COVID-19, the initiative is back, stronger than ever, with a renewed commitment to empowering young minds.
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Read MoreGiving Digest: Running for a Cause – The Arua Marathon
Over 500 participants from West Nile and the diaspora came together for the Arua Marathon, running distances from 2 to 21 kilometers to raise funds for needy learners. Their collective effort is transforming lives by providing access to education and essential resources.
Read MoreFrom Warm Tears to Cold Tears by Dr. Milka Singh
Life has a way of presenting unexpected opportunities to make a difference. What started as an act of kindness turned into a life-changing journey of empowerment and resilience. Watching a young girl rise from adversity to achieve academic success is a reminder that true impact comes from believing in others and offering them a chance to thrive.
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Read MoreOn October 6, 2024, CoRSU held its first-ever charity walk, #WalkForGood, to raise awareness and support for people with disabilities in Uganda. Over 1,000 participants, including key government officials, came together for the 5km and 10km walk, symbolizing unity and compassion. The event highlighted the urgent need for continued efforts toward disability empowerment and inclusion.
Read MoreThe Keron Kabugo Foundation, honoring Juliana Kanyomozi’s late son, recently visited the Support Disabled Children Centre in Ggaba, bringing essentials and hope to children with special needs. Juliana and her team witnessed the children’s incredible resilience, proving that even small acts of kindness can create lasting change. It’s a legacy of love and care.
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Read MoreMTN Uganda’s Digital Access Program partnered with Tunaweza Foundation to enhance digital literacy for underserved communities and individuals with disabilities. MTN donated ten computers, a year of free internet, and backup power systems, benefiting over 500 people. This initiative marks a key step toward a more digitally inclusive Uganda.
Read MoreOn August 25th, 2024, the UMA Grounds in Lugogo buzzed with energy as Ugandans and international participants gathered for the Rotary Cancer Run 2024 under the theme, Spreading Magic in Every Step. This powerful movement extended beyond Kampala, reaching over 40 towns and cities across Uganda and beyond, drawing more than 50,000 participants.
Read MoreGiving Digest: Over the weekend, FIDA Uganda, led by Ms. Liliane Byarugaba Adriko, visited the Kitezi Landfill accident site to support those affected by the tragedy. The Kitezi landfill, located in Kasangati, has served as Kampala’s primary waste disposal site since 1997, processing 2,500 tonnes of waste daily. On August 10, 2024, the landfill’s collapse tragically claimed the lives of over 23 residents.
Read MoreGiving Digest: The five threshers will aid farmers in Uganda, reducing post-harvest losses and boosting earnings as part of Uganda Breweries' sustainability strategy. Managing Director Andrew Kilonzo emphasized their commitment to supporting local farmers through the "Farm for Success" program, which invests UGX 52 billion annually and benefits 50,000 farmers.
Read MoreGiving Digest: Stanbic Bank Uganda and Liberty Insurance Uganda donated 400 bags of cement to St. Andrew’s Archdeacon Church in Gayaza to improve its infrastructure. Church leaders expressed gratitude, highlighting the donation's impact on community services. The initiative reflects both companies' commitment to corporate social responsibility and community development.
Read MoreGiving Digest: Watu Credit Uganda organized a blood donation drive in collaboration with the Uganda Blood Transfusion Services as part of their fifth-anniversary celebrations. The drive was held at the company's call centre on Bukoto Street and the Ndeeba Branch, and the event, themed "Donate Blood and Save a Life.” It saw over 80 participants donating a total of 100 units of blood.
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