Niger Tornadoes have strengthened their technical crew by appointing new assistant coaches to support the recently appointed technical adviser Kabiru Dogo. Umar Tyabo will serve as the chief coach, alongside Ibraheem Mutiullahi Okikiola and Umar Hussaini, who will also assist Dogo, according to DAILY POST.

Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya has announced a deadline for the completion of training grounds in preparation for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) in 2027. The announcement comes as Kenya races against time to ensure that the facilities are ready for the tournament, which is set to take place next year.

Aisha Nantongo, a defender for Uganda's Crested Cranes, has transferred to Shaanxi Zhidan Women FC from Changchun Dazhong Zhuoyue WFC in the Chinese Women Super League. She has signed a contract that will last until the end of the current season.

After two rounds of matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the tournament has showcased a mix of expected performances from strong teams, unexpected successes from underdogs, and a competitive struggle for the best third-placed qualification spots. With most teams having one group match left, the competition for advancement to the Round of 32 is heating up.

Since 2013, Uganda's women youth football has seen significant growth due to targeted investment, partnerships, and leadership, particularly under Fufa president Moses Magogo. The progress is attributed not only to Fufa but also to contributions from Fifa, Caf, and the Uganda Secondary Schools Sports Association (USSSA), marking a shift of the sport from the margins to the mainstream.

Bukola Olopade, the Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC) and Chef de Mission for Team Nigeria, has welcomed the team to their training camp in Aberdeen ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games.