When Uganda soccer team played barefoot in England, lost 10-1
On August, 29 1956, Uganda’s national team got battered by both the weather and the Wycombe Wanderers during their fixture in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom.This was one of their 11 matches classified as an FA tour. Uganda lost 7 games, two of which were a thrashing of 10-1.There was a yawning difference between the teams and that could have as well explained the goal difference as the hosts out 10 goals past the Ugandan side which had most of the players barefoot on the wet turf.The match began with a handshake for the Ugandan team from Stanley Rouse, then-Secretary of the Football Association (FA) and ex-international referee. Rouse went on to be the 6th president of FIFA.Not so long after the first whistle, Wycombe Wanderers were ahead through their shirt seven (7) F Smith. Another goal was scored in short succession after the ball was snatched from Uganda’s Daniel Parma and scored by Paul Bates who had a field day.Bates scored another goal dazzling Uganda’s defence and leaving the keeper helpless. The first half ended 7-0.Uganda pulled back one in the second half after left-winger Aloysius Kalibala pounced on the attack swinging in a cross when landed on Paul Owiti’s feet. Owiti lopped the keeper backward and the ball landed on Gilbert Sseruwagi’s feet who guided in a low shot to score Uganda’s lonely goal.The hosts then put in three more with much ease as Uganda’s keeper Nafutali Musoke had had enough.Meanwhile, on the contrary, the Uganda team players did not blame the weather or the lack of boots for their worst loss but ironically blamed the other players who had used boots.“The reason we lost that match was that we were given football boots for the first time. We didn’t know how to use them. But we removed the shoes after that and played much better,” Musoke the goalkeeper told Ugandan media much later.Indeed, Uganda players came on pitch minus boots in the subsequent games, and the results were much better, registering 3 wins and a draw. Video Courtesy of the APhttps://www.ugbulletin.co.ug/when-uganda-national-football-team-played-barefoot-in-england-lost-10-1/
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Ugandan Citizen Abducted, Held in Secret Detention for Three Months, Sparks Outrage and Calls for Justice
A disturbing new case of unlawful detention has surfaced, highlighting the ongoing human rights crisis in Uganda. A Ugandan citizen was reportedly abducted and held in a secret facility, known as a “safe house,” for three months, only to be released without charge or explanation. This incident, reported by NTV Uganda, has sparked widespread condemnation and renewed calls for accountability regarding human rights abuses in the country.
While the details surrounding the abduction remain unclear, reports indicate that the individual was taken without due process and held incommunicado—an action that has long been condemned by human rights organizations. The victim’s release, with no charges filed and no clear justification, has angered activists and citizens, who view this as yet another case of egregious abuse of power by the state.
“This is a recurring pattern,” said one human rights activist. “Abductions, secret detentions, and unexplained releases have become all too common in Uganda. These acts violate fundamental human rights and erode public trust in the justice system.”
The use of “safe houses,” unregistered detention facilities reportedly operated by security forces, has been a focal point in numerous allegations of torture and illegal imprisonment. Despite repeated calls from both local and international organizations for their closure and accountability for those involved, little action has been taken to address these violations.
This case underscores the urgent need for reform within Uganda’s security apparatus and greater accountability for human rights abuses. Observers hope that drawing attention to these injustices will spur concrete action to bring those responsible to justice and ensure the protection of basic human rights.
As frustration mounts, calls for both domestic and international pressure to hold the government accountable for such crimes grow louder. “One day, there must be accountability for all these crimes against our people,” stated one social media user, reflecting the sentiments of many Ugandans.
National Unity Platform (NUP) President Robert Kyagulanyi has accused Ugandan security forces of using excessive force to disrupt a planned NUP gathering. The allegations were detailed in a statement shared on Twitter, following an event held to honor children of NUP supporters who were killed, disappeared, or detained for their political beliefs.
According to Kyagulanyi, security personnel, under the command of an officer identified as Asiimwe, carried out a preemptive operation early in the morning upon learning of the NUP’s plans. The forces allegedly stormed the premises, arrested workers, and deployed tear gas to disperse those present.
“The criminals under the command of one Asiimwe deployed early morning, arrested our workers, and threw tear gas into our premises. They’ve cordoned off the premises and blocked all people from accessing the place,” Kyagulanyi wrote.
Among those reportedly arrested were Saava Peter, Mudenya Samson, and Turyasingura Samson. Kyagulanyi claimed the detained workers were subjected to beatings and interrogated about their political affiliations, with security operatives labeling them as terrorists.
“These JATT operatives asked the workers who they support politically, branding them terrorists and criminals—their only crime being that they work with us. You can imagine the indignity!” Kyagulanyi lamented.
This incident adds to the growing tension in Uganda’s political climate, where opposition parties frequently accuse the government of stifling dissent. Despite the challenges, Kyagulanyi ended his statement with a message of defiance and optimism, proclaiming, “UGANDA WILL BE FREE.”
NUP Gathering Disrupted: Kyagulanyi Alleges Security Force Harassment and Arrests
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Sudan Demands Apology from Uganda Over Army Chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s Threat to Invade Khartoum
Sudan has demanded an official apology from Uganda over “offensive and dangerous” comments made by the chief of Uganda army staff, who threated to invade Khartoum, the Sudan Tribune has reported.
General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, son of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni and CDF of the Ugandan army, posted two comments on the X platform on Tuesday in which he threatened “to capture Khartoum” with the support of the US President elect Donald Trump after he takes office. The posts were deleted later.
“The government of Sudan demands and official apology from the Ugandan government for the offensive and dangerous comments of the army commander,” Sudan’s foreign ministry said in a statement that the Sudan Tribune said it has seen.
Sudan Demands Apology from Uganda Over Army Chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s Threat to Invade Khartoum