The African Nations Championship CHAN 2025 is already around the corner, with countries dipping their hands into the pool of footballing talents plying their trade in their domestic leagues. These home-based players will battle for glory with their fellow African nations for the title of champions. Read on as we discuss all the talking points, details, and predictions of the CHAN 2025 tournament.

CHAN 2025: Preview and details

With the qualifiers already underway, the tournament, which will feature an increased number of participants, is slowly taking form. This edition, the East African section of the qualifiers is receiving one more spot. This is in addition to the three nations who have received automatic qualification by co-hosting this tournament, namely, Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. All three have already taken spots as representatives of the CECAFA.

There are three spots for the following regions as well:

• COSAFA
• UNIFFAC
• WAFU UFOA A
• WAFU UFOA B
• UNAF

The countries representing the UNAF region have also already been decided, with only three teams entering the competition, including two-time winner Morocco, 2011 winner Tunisia, and 2014 winner Libya.

Key matchups for the final qualifying round

The next round of qualifiers is scheduled between 20 – 22 and 27 – 29 December 2024, and fans should watch out for matches between Nigeria and Ghana, Mozambique and Zambia, and Cameroon and Central Africa Republic. These games are expected to be highlights of the round, which means they’ll be top picks for betting sites.

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CHAN 2025 predictions

Slated for February next year, the African Championship will bring together powerhouse nations who are expected to join the likes of Morocco and Tunisia at the final. The North Africans will always be up there when it comes to tournament favorites. As reigning champions, Senegal will also be among the favorites to win it once more. Depending on who makes it through the final qualifying round, any of the likes of Nigeria, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Zambia, or Cameroon, will also fancy their chances at the title. They have the talent to do so, which definitely makes them worthy contenders.

The CHAN 2025 championship will be a spectacle that showcases the quality of African football as well as the strength of the domestic leagues. It will also be a platform for hidden gems to shine on a more prominent stage. As the final qualifying rounds will soon take place, there’s a good amount of action for the entertainment of sports lovers as well as hopeful bettors.

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The Finance Ministry has hosted a farewell luncheon to honor the retirement of Ishmael Mweru Magona, the outgoing Acting Director Budget. Magona’s retirement took effect on November 3, 2024, after reaching the mandatory retirement age.

State Minister for General Duties, Henry Musasizi, praised Magona’s dedication to public service, highlighting his expertise in government policymaking, budget reforms, and expenditure management. 

“Throughout his illustrious career, Mr. Magona demonstrated excellent knowledge and leadership skills, mentoring many staff members over the years.”

Magona’s contributions to Uganda’s economic reforms have been significant, particularly in driving the achievement of the ministry’s agenda on repurposing the budget. 

He also played a key role in spearheading major reforms in planning, budgeting, and decentralization of frontline services.

In his remarks, Magona emphasized the importance of passion, mentorship, training, and teamwork in achieving success. He urged the ministry to continue building the capacity of its staff to ensure continued growth and development.

The farewell luncheon was attended by various dignitaries, including Hajj Yunus Kakande, the Secretary of the Office of the President, and representatives from the Budget Transparency Initiative Partners. Magona’s family, friends, and colleagues from the ministry were also in attendance.

Magona’s legacy in revolutionizing budget practices and contributions will continue to benefit not only the Finance Ministry but also the broader public sector. His retirement marks the end of an era, but his impact on Uganda’s economic development will be felt for years to come.

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The Kampala Metropolitan Police East Region is actively investigating a tragic robbery incident which claimed Albert Tugume’s life.

The slain mobile money attendant was a brother to the Deputy Lord Mayor; Doreen Nyanjura.

Tugume was shot down last evening at around 7:00 PM in Kiwatule Central Zone, Nakawa Division, Kampala City.

According to Luke Owoyesigyire, Albert Tugume, 34, a mobile money operator, was preparing to close his shop when he was attacked by an assailant intent on robbing him of his cash. During the scuffle, a boda boda rider, Banabas Sabiiti, 30, attempted to intervene but was shot by another armed assailant waiting nearby.

He said the main target Tugume, attempted to flee but was pursued and fatally shot by the suspects, who made away with a bag believed to have contained an unspecified amount of cash.

Police investigators promptly arrived at the scene and recovered critical evidence that will aid in the ongoing investigation. Additionally, a vehicle, registration number UBH 045H, was found damaged by stray bullets. Sabiiti was rushed to Mulago National Referral Hospital to receive treatment for bullet injuries. He has however, passed on.

The body of Tugume was transported to the City Mortuary at Mulago for a postmortem examination.

“We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Albert Tugume and Sabiiti Barnabus during this difficult time. The Kampala Metropolitan Police remains committed to bringing the perpetrators of this heinous crime to justice. We urge members of the public with any information that could assist in the investigation to come forward,” he said. 

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The State House Anti-Corruption Unit in collaboration with the Criminal Investigations Directorate and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions has remanded Deputy Resident District Commissioner (RDC) of Rukiga District, Kamuntu Semakula Ivan commonly known as Majambere charges of Conspiracy to defraud, stealing cattle, and criminal trespass.

He has been remanded until 3/12/2024.

The case stems from an incident in August 2023 when Majambere, along with accomplices who are still at large, allegedly violently seized 300 acres of farmland (Block 75, Plot 2) in Gomba District.

The land belongs to 75-year-old Mzee Frank Rushanganwa, who has held the certificate of title since 2003. According to court documents, the group also stole 157 cows, valued at Shs318 million, from the farmland and transported them to an undisclosed location.

Majambere has claimed that he purchased part of the contested land in 2020 from his co-accused, Amos Mwesigye, who in turn alleged that he had acquired the entire property in 2018.

However, no proof of purchase has been presented. To fortify their hold on the land, the duo reportedly sold portions of it to unsuspecting buyers.

Despite a court-issued eviction order in March 2024 directing Mwesigye to vacate the land, both individuals allegedly continued to threaten and harass Mzee Rushanganwa. This blatant defiance prompted the intervention of the State House Anti-Corruption Unit, leading to Majambere’s arrest.

For Mzee Rushanganwa, who has held rightful ownership of the land for over two decades, the arrest brings a glimmer of hope for justice. However, the case also serves as a stern reminder of the pervasive issue of land grabbing in Uganda and the need for continued vigilance against such crimes.

Majambere has been in the news ever since he undressed supposedly condemning Buganda.

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