Preparations for the 2026 Makerere University Marathon are underway, focusing on promoting inclusive education and better learning opportunities for students with disabilities. The event was launched with the theme, "Run the Hills for the Future," and aims to attract 7,500 participants, an increase from 5,000 runners in the previous year, according to Uganda Standard.

Paulo Damian and Tunu Andrea from Ikungi, Singida, won the men's and women's 21-kilometer races at the Great Ruaha Marathon 2026, each receiving 1 million shillings. In the 10-kilometer race, Angel John from Ikungi and Shomari Mohamed from Kinondoni, Dar es Salaam, also competed successfully.

As the Tusker Lite Neon Raves Grand Finale approaches at Next Media Park, finalists from various Ugandan cities participated in a mentorship session aimed at enhancing their skills beyond just performance. The competition, which includes dance crews from Hoima, Masaka, Mbarara, Arua, Gulu, and Kampala, focuses on preparing these finalists for the upcoming event this Saturday.

Excitement is building for the 2026 Buganda Royal Regatta championship scheduled for Saturday, June 27, at the Nakiwogo fish landing site in Entebbe Municipality. On June 24, technical and administrative teams visited the venue, engaging in planning and conducting training drills on Lake Victoria with several participating teams.

The Kaptagat Cycling Challenge this year features 130 cyclists, combining elite competition with a focus on environmental conservation. The event offers a total prize of KSh 4 million.

Kabira Country Club has launched a match-day promotion featuring an affordable beer bucket offer to attract football fans as excitement builds for the FIFA World Cup. The initiative aims to create a memorable viewing experience for supporters at the Bukoto-based hospitality venue in Kampala, according to Eagle Online.