Gulu, Uganda – July 5, 2026 – Football fans in Gulu were treated to an unforgettable FIFA World Cup experience as Nile Special brought its nationwide fan campaign to Kweyo Village Shoppers. Located on the outskirts of Gulu in Kweyo, the popular bar became the center of football, entertainment, prizes and community celebration for hundreds of passionate local supporters.
The Gulu watch party marked the second major stop in Nile Special’s FIFA World Cup campaign, following the opening match-day experience in Jinja. Supported by several smaller activations across the country, the campaign aims to give Ugandan football fans a more engaging way to experience the global tournament.
Local fans gathered in large numbers to watch two exciting FIFA World Cup fixtures, starting with Canada against Morocco. Morocco delivered a commanding 3-0 victory, sparking loud celebrations across the venue as fans cheered for one of Africa’s prominent representatives at the tournament.
Later in the night, the crowd turned its attention to France against Paraguay, where France secured a narrow 1-0 win. The match drew strong support from the Gulu fans, many of whom expressed a strong connection with the French side due to its African heritage and global football appeal.
The atmosphere at Kweyo Village Shoppers remained electric throughout the night. Fans dressed in team colors, cheered every major moment, debated predictions and enjoyed the shared football experience that has become central to Nile Special’s tournament activations.
Beyond the matches, the watch party featured Gwe Kafulu score predictor activations, giving consumers the opportunity to participate in the campaign and win prizes. A few lucky fans walked away with rewards including a TV and a microwave, courtesy of Nile Special’s partnership with Hisense Uganda.
The entertainment experience was further amplified by performances from local artists from Gulu, giving the watch party a strong Northern Uganda flavor and turning the night into a celebration of football, music and community. The event was hosted by MC Kenzo, one of the most recognized event hosts in Uganda’s Greater North, alongside sports journalist and football commentator Jermaine Egesa, whose football insight and energy kept fans engaged throughout the night.
As part of the wider campaign, Nile Special continues to run the Gwe Kafulu score predictor mechanic, allowing consumers to predict match outcomes for a chance to win prizes during the tournament. The brand’s Cheers to Bars initiative also remains active, recognizing bars as important social spaces where adult consumers gather to watch football, connect with friends and share memorable experiences.
With Jinja and Gulu already delivered as major watch party stops, attention now shifts to Mbarara and Kampala, where fans can expect even bigger football viewing experiences, more Gwe Kafulu activations, entertainment, prizes and the same high-energy atmosphere that has defined the campaign so far.
The upcoming watch parties are expected to continue celebrating the passion of Ugandan football fans while bringing the FIFA World Cup closer to communities through selected bars and entertainment venues across the country.
Through Nile Special, the Official Beer Sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Uganda, the campaign continues to position football as more than just a match-day event, but as a shared national fan experience built around passion, prediction, entertainment and celebration.
