Entebbe, February 4, 2025 – The UPPC Corporate Football Team has made history by winning the prestigious 2025 Tarehe Sita Cup, an annual tournament organized as part of the Special Forces Command (SFC) and Air Force Entebbe Division’s 44th Tarehe Sita celebrations. The nationwide Tarehe Sita events, led by the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), honor the army’s contributions to national stability and development.

In the decisive match held at Works Playground – Entebbe, Uganda Printing and Publishing Corporation’s (UPPC) corporate football team faced the formidable SFC and Air Force combined team. Demonstrating exceptional teamwork and strategy, UPPC secured a commanding 2-0 victory, with standout performances from key players. The result highlighted the team’s commitment, discipline, and determination to excel in competitive sports.

On February 6, 2025, UPPC was officially awarded the Tarehe Sita Cup trophy, marking a historic achievement as the company’s first major sports trophy in its 123-year history. In a traditional gesture of honor and appreciation, the team also received a live goat, symbolizing the organizers' recognition of their remarkable triumph.

This landmark victory reflects UPPC’s growing sporting culture and commitment to excellence beyond the corporate sphere. The team extends its heartfelt gratitude to the UPDF, SFC, and Air Force Entebbe Division for organizing a successful and memorable tournament.