Why LRA Leader Joseph Kony, Son Parted Ways
Ali Ssalongo Kony, the son of the fugitive Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) rebel leader Joseph Kony has opened up on why he parted ways with …
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Bobi Wine Says Elections Are Not Enough to Cause Change
The opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu alias Bobi Wine has said that elections are not enough to cause political change. Kyagulanyi …
Parliament Committee Recommends Sacking of Trade Ministry PS Ssali
Parliament has adopted a report by its Committee on Tourism, Trade and Industry recommending the dismissal of the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Geraldine Ssali. This is …
Annual Nyege Nyege Festival Returns this November
After months of speculation, the renowned arts and music festival, Nyege Nyege is making its return this November. The festival which will run from 9th …
Sheebah Karungi Launches Own Record Label, Karma Music
To celebrate the 12 years she has been in the entertainment industry, singer Sheebah Karungi has now lauched her own record label, Karma Music. Sheebah …
DPP Asks Court to Dismiss Appeal By Mowzey Radio’s Killer
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions has asked the Court of Appeal to dismiss an appeal in which Godfrey Wamala alias Troy is …
20 Years of Navio: Rapper to Take Concert-goers On Unforgettable Musical Experience
Popular Ugandan rapper, Navio also known as Daniel Lubwama Kigozi is set to take concert-goers on a captivating and unforgettable musical experience at his event …
Barbie Banned From Algerian Cinemas for ‘Corrupting Morals’
Algeria has banned the popular Barbie film three weeks after its release in the mainly Muslim North African nation. The culture ministry has asked cinemas …
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Cranes Striker Okwi to Miss Niger Match Over Injury
Uganda Cranes striker and captain, Emmanuel Okwi, will miss the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Niger due to injury. This was confirmed by Cranes …
Uganda Cranes to Open World Cup Qualifiers with Guinea
Uganda Cranes will start the 2025 World Cup Qualifiers Campaign with an away clash against Guinea, according to the fixtures released. The two games will …
Spanish Football Federation Leaders Demand Resignation of Luis Rubiales
The Spanish football federation’s regional presidents have demanded that Luis Rubiales “immediately resign”, pulling support for the football chief days after its members heartily applauded his …
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Why LRA Leader Joseph Kony, Son Parted Ways
Ali Ssalongo Kony, the son of the fugitive Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) rebel leader Joseph Kony has opened up on why he parted ways with …
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Court Martial Drops Charges Against Former IGP Gen Kayihura
The General Court Martial has withdrawn all criminal charges against the former Inspector General of Police-IGP General Kale Kayihura. The charges including failure to protect …
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Gold Accounts for 40% June Exports for Uganda
Gold continues to drive Uganda’s export receipt growth, which went up to 650.6 million dollars in June 2023 up from 365 million in the same …
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Study: A Third of Commercial Sex Workers in Gulu City Are Married
Over a third of commercial sex workers in Gulu City are married and staying with their partners, a study conducted by Gulu and Lira Universities …
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UNRA Explains the Speed Limits on Entebbe Expressway
This week, Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA), together with Uganda Police, commenced the enforcement of speed limits and other regulations along the Entebbe Expressway or …
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Annual Nyege Nyege Festival Returns this November
After months of speculation, the renowned arts and music festival, Nyege Nyege is making its return this November. The festival which will run from 9th …
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Court to Hear Byarugaba’s Contract Extension Case Next Month
Justice Musa Ssekaana will hear the case in which, the former Managing Director of the National Social Security Fund (NSSF), Richard Byarugaba, is challenging the …
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Sheebah Karungi Launches Own Record Label, Karma Music
To celebrate the 12 years she has been in the entertainment industry, singer Sheebah Karungi has now lauched her own record label, Karma Music. Sheebah …
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DPP Asks Court to Dismiss Appeal By Mowzey Radio’s Killer
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions has asked the Court of Appeal to dismiss an appeal in which Godfrey Wamala alias Troy is …
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BOU Lowers Interest Rate to 9.5% for First Time in Two Years
The Bank of Uganda has lowered the Central Bank Rate (CBR) to 9.5 percent, an indicator of its intention to bring down the cost of …
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Drinking Alcohol is Bad For You , Ignore the Headlines That Claim Otherwise
It’s amazing how easy it is to persuade us that what we want to be true is true. Consider a typical headline to a story …
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Former NSSF MD Byarugaba Petitions Court over Contract Extension Fracas
The Former Managing Director of the National Social Security Fund-NSSF Richard Byarugaba has petitioned the Civil Division of the High Court challenging a decision not to …
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Survey: Young People Want Education, Jobs for Better Future
Education skills and employability are the pathway to a better life — that is the key takeaway expressed by 40% of young people across all …
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Ministry Of Health Recommends Re-introduction of Breathalyzers to Curb Drunk-driving
The ministry of Health has called for the reintroduction of breathalyzers to curb drink-driving after a 3-year halt due to the Covid-19 outbreak. In a …
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Court Halts Minister Kitutu’s Trial Over Torture Claims
The Anti Corruption Court has halted the trial in which Karamoja Affairs Minister Mary Gorreti Kitutu Kimono is accused of causing loss of public property …
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World Bank Action Could Affect Uganda Borrowing Elsewhere
There is concern that the suspension by the World Bank of new loans to Uganda could influence other development finance institutions to take similar actions. …
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Besigye Tormentor Arinaitwe Bwana Charged, Remanded Over Human Trafficking
A Police officer, Gilbert Arinaitwe Bwana, that pepper sprayed Dr Kizza Besigye after smashing the window of his car with a pistol twelve years ago, …
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Safety, Cost Concerns Still Limiting Uptake of Mobile Banking by Ugandans
More Ugandans subscribing to mobile banking are using the platforms to withdraw money from their bank accounts, than those using them to deposit, according to …
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World Bank Suspends Funding to Uganda Over Anti-LGBTQ Law
The World Bank said on Tuesday it would halt new lending to the Ugandan government after concluding that its anti-LGBTQ law, which has been condemned …
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She Cranes World Cup Triumph Reignites Calls to Prioritize Netball in Budget Allocation
The national netball team, the She Cranes, received a warm reception Monday evening after their impressive performance at the Netball World Cup in South Africa. …
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Besigye Dismisses FDC Elder’s Committee Report on ‘Dirty’ Money
Dr Kizza Besigye, the former presidential candidate and one of the founding fathers of the opposition Forum for Democratic Change (FDC), has dismissed the report …
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UNBS Boss Ebiru Sacked Over Bribery Claims and Missapropriation of Funds
David Livingstone Ebiru has been sacked as Executive Director of Uganda National Bureau of Standards following damning findings by a parliamentary probe and investigation by …
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Report: 95% of Ugandans Unaware of Number to call During Emergencies
Only five per cent of Ugandans are aware of a toll-free number to call in case of a medical emergency, results of a new survey …
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Verified.africa Lauches AI Powered Service ‘Face Match for Africa’
Verified.africa has announced the launch of Face Match for Africa– an innovative AI-powered service that revolutionises identity verification in various industries, including telecoms, fintech, banking, …
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Ministry of Health to Deploy the 1,901 Medical Interns
The Ministry of health has received clearance from government to deploy the 1,901 medical interns to 58 training centres across the country. In a statement …
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UCU Graduates First Cohort of Medicine, Dentistry Programme
The first cohort of students in the Bachelor of Medicine and Dentistry Program has graduated from Uganda Christian University-UCU. At Friday’s ceremony, 45 students graduated …
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No More Blue Bird; Twitter Unveils New “X” Logo
Ever since Twitter Inc’s owner Elon Musk purchased the networking platform for $44bn last year, there has been a number of changes from paying for …
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UNBS Boss Sent on Six Months Forced Leave for Abuse of Office
Minister of Trade, Industries, and Cooperatives, Francis Mwebesa has sent the Executive Director of Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS), David Livingstone Ebiru, on a …
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Amuriat Declines to Disclose Source of Funds Amidst Internal Party Tensions
In the midst of growing infighting and tension within the Forum for Democratic Change party-FDC, the Party President Patrick Amuriat Oboi has revealed that he …
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FDC FallOut: Mafabi Accuses Ssemujju and Lukwago of Being NUP Spies
For the record, Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) top officials are at war with each other over failure of the party’s president to reveal the …
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Uganda Airlines to Launch Direct Flights to India
The Uganda Airlines, the country’s flag carrier, has said that the introduction of direct flights to India will be launching soon. This was revealed in …
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The 10 Best Movies and TV Shows to Watch This Weekend
With the release of the new Mission: Impossible, we have truly begun the peak summer-movie season. Barbenheimer isn’t until next weekend, but in the meantime we’ve got plenty …
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How OPM Awarded Shs 9.6B to a Local Firm To Train Youth On How To Drink Coffee, Set Up ‘Non-Existent Coffee Shops’
The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) is on the spot for spending Shs9.6 billion on a local firm to train youth on how to drink coffee. …
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Road Carnage: Speaker’s Crisis Meeting Yields Results
The Minister of Works and Transport will table regulations operationalising the Traffic and Road Safety Act, 2019 by 13 August 2023. This was agreed upon …
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PAU Rejects Human Rights Watch Report On Oil
The Petroleum Authority of Uganda -PAU has hit back at Human Rights Watch (HRW) over alleged human rights abuses in the development of oil and …
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Ugandans Are Less Bothered About Terror Threats -Security
Security officials have expressed concern about the lack of concern among Ugandans regarding the existing terror threats. This follows a spot inspection by the police …
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Unemployment, Peer Pressure Feasible Contributors to Violent Extremism
A number of youths are lured into violent extremism due to unemployment, according to researchers from Makerere University. In a new book titled “Countering Violent …
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Uganda Faces Surge in Internet Addiction-Related Mental Health Cases
Psychiatrists are reporting a new wave of mental illness caused by excessive internet use and digital platform addiction. Termed “internet addiction,” this emerging mental health …
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Terror Alert: Kikuubo Traders Decry Decline In Sales As Police Tighten Security
Traders in Kikuubo are expressing concern over a decline in sales due to intensified security checkups by the police in response to the UK terror …
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KCCA’s Rejection of Watoto Church Redevelopment was Procedurally Illegal-High Court
The High court in Kampala has reversed government’s decision and directed the approval of the mixed-use development plans of Watoto Church, also known as KPC …
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Businessman Aponye Dies in Fatal Car Accident
Ugandan businessman Apollo Nyegamahe, popularly known as Aponye, has has died in a car accident in Itojo, Ntungamo District along Kabale – Kampala highway on …
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What’s Really Going On in France? Here is What You Need To Know
A wave of protests swept France following the shooting of a 17-year-old youth by a cop near Paris on June 27, sparking a ban on demonstrations, travel …
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Iron Sheets Scandal: Nandutu’s Trial Flops for the 5th Time
The High Court in Kampala has for the fifth time failed to start the hearing of the case in which State Minister for Karamoja Affairs …
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Ugandans Migrate to Truth Social Amid Twitter’s Restrictions
Over the weekend, Elon Musk announced that Twitter has applied temporary reading limits to discourage “extreme levels” of data scraping and system manipulation. He further …
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Rangers Build ‘mountain’ From Wildlife Traps In Murchison Falls National Park
Over the past 10 years, we’ve removed about 47 tonnes of snares and bear traps,” says Michael Keigwin, the founder of Uganda Conservation Foundation (UCF), a charity …
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Minister Kitutu Committed to High Court For Trial Over Karamoja Iron Sheets
The Anti-Corruption Court has committed Karamoja Affairs Minister Mary Gorreti Kitutu and two of her co-accused to the High Court to face trial on charges …
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Analysis: Why Torture Persists Despite Efforts to End It
The perpetual nature of the acts of torture in Uganda remains a puzzle as Uganda joins the rest of the World to mark the International …
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DPP Closes 17 Files on Iron Sheets Scandal
The office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has closed 17 files on the theft and diversion of Iron Sheets meant for the Karamoja …
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Court Orders WhatsApp Group Admin to Reinstate Ejected Member
The Acting Senior Makindye Grade One Magistrate, Igga Adiru has directed Allan Asinguza, the Administrator of “Buyanja My Roots,” WhatsApp group to reinstate Herbert Baitwababo …
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UPDATE: Death Toll on Mpondwe School Attack Jumps to 41
Ugandan authorities recovered the bodies of 41 people, including 38 students, who were burned, shot or hacked to death after suspected rebels attacked a secondary …
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National Budget: Gov’t Secures UGX 2 Trillion to Address Flooding, Traffic Congestion
The Minister of Finance, Matia Kasaija has said that government has secured 2.25 trillion Shillings to among others address flooding, traffic congestion and un-signalized junctions …
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Septic Tank Murder Case: Trial Kicks Off
The trial of senior accountant Francis Onebe, 63, who is accused of murdering his wife and disposing of her body in a septic tank at …
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Supreme Court Orders Fresh Hearing in Kiggundu, DTB Loan Case
The Supreme Court in Kampala has ordered a fresh hearing in a case in which businessman Hamis Kiggundu is seeking to recover more than 120 …
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US Citizens Advised to Reconsider to Travel to Uganda over Anti-Gay Law, Crime
United States citizens have been urged to reconsider travel to Uganda due to crime, terrorism and the newly accented to anti- LGBTQI legislation. According to …
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President Museveni Debunks Death Rumours
President Yoweri Museveni tweeted on Sunday night that he was still self-isolating. The social media statement followed rumours that he had died after contracting Covid-19. Mr Museveni …
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Ugandan Baseball Player, Dennis Kasumba Debuts in America
In the heart of Maryland, the Frederick Keys baseball team introduced its newest player last week, one unlike any other the team has seen in …
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“We Mistook Al-Shabaab For Farmers” Survivors Tell Gen Muhoozi
The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) in Somalia have told Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba that the recent attack by Al-Shabaab which left 54 soldiers killed resulted …
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DTB Vs Ham Case: Kiggundu Moves To Block Judgement Delivery
Businessman Hamis Kiggundu has petitioned the Supreme Court in Kampala asking them not to deliver their judgement as planned, in the case in which he …
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Justin Welby Criticises Church of Uganda’s Support of New Anti-Gay Law
The archbishop of Canterbury has urged the Anglican church in Uganda to reconsider its vociferous support for the world’s harshest anti-LGBTQ+ law, which imposes the death penalty …
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Museveni Tests Positive for COVID-19
President Yoweri Museveni has tested positive for COVID-19, is in good health and will continue his duties, while getting treatment, a senior health ministry official …
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Ministry Resorts to Awareness as NDA Struggles To Trace Source Of Chinese Contraceptive Pill
The Ministry of Health has initiated an extensive awareness campaign to discourage women from using a Chinese contraceptive pill that has been illegally imported into …
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Apple Unveils Vision Pro AR/VR Augmented Reality Headset
Apple has unveiled a much-anticipated augmented reality headset, Apple Vision Pro, in its first major hardware launch for almost a decade. Apple CEO Tim Cook …
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Is President Museveni Finally Falling Out With The West?
In her book tilted, “Another Fine Mess: America, Uganda, and the War on Terror,” American writer, Helen Epstein writes that President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has …
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Reimagining Urban Planning: A Solution for the Street Vending Conundrum, says Mak Don
Herman Ssegawa, 40, sits on a small mat along Namirembe Road, offering pegs displayed on a wooden surface with lined boxes. He beckons customers to …
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Ghetto Kids Advance to Britain’s Got Talent Final After Explosive Live Semi-final
Ghetto Kids, the Ugandan dance group of six youngsters, came out top in the public vote on Britain’s Got Talent tonight and will be joined …
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DGF Formally Exits Uganda
The Democracy Governance Facility (DGF) has formally exited Uganda after nearly 12 years. DGF, a multi-donor Fund was established in 2011 to properly coordinate donor …
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Lawyer Shot Dead By Unknown Assailants In Kajjansi
Police in Kampala Metropolitan South and Kajjansi Police Division are actively investigating a tragic incident where a Kampala lawyer was shot dead by unknown assailants …
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Uganda Accuses West of Blackmail in Its Response to Anti-LGBTQ Law
Uganda on Tuesday condemned the Western response to the East African country’s new anti-LGBTQ law, considered one of the harshest in the world, and said …
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Biden Threatens to Cut Aid to Uganda Over Anti-Homosexuality Law
US President Joe Biden on Monday slammed Uganda’s draconian new law against homosexuality as a grave human rights violation, and threatened to cut aid and …
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US Revokes Among’s Visas Over Anti-Homosexuality Act- Says Basalirwa
The US government has revoked speaker of Parliament, Anitah Among’s VISA until further notice following her involvement in the Anti-Homosexuality act. This was revealed by …
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Breaking: Museveni Assents to Anti-Homosexuality Act
President Museveni has officially signed into law the Anti-Homosexuality Act, Speaker of Parliament Anita Among has confirmed. The Anti-Homosexuality Act, a highly contentious piece of …
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Museveni Says UPDF Soldiers Panicked When Al-Shabaab Attacked
Presdent Museveni has indicated that there were mistakes made by a company of UPDF soldiers when Al-Shabaab rebels attacked their Forward Operational Base leading to a loss …
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Vipers SC Wins Uganda Premier League
Vipers SC are winners of the Star Times Uganda Premier League. Vipers, the defending champions defeated Busoga United 5-0 on the final day of the …
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YouTube is Phasing Out its Stories Feature
YouTube has announced that it is scraping its Stories feature, which allows users to share temporary posts, beginning from June 26th. With this move, creators will not …
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Minister Nandutu Runs To Constitutional Court to Halt Iron Sheets Trial
Lawyers representing embattled State Minister for Karamoja, Agnes Nandutu have objected to her trial at Anti-Corruption Court in Kampala. Nandutu is battling charges of dealing …
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Court Sets Date to Determine Fate of Politicians Implicated in Iron Sheets Scandal
The High Court Judge Lawrence Gidudu has fixed July 4th as the date to decide on whether individuals implicated in the diversion of iron sheets …
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Student Leaders Rally Against Payment of Fees Due To Expired University Courses
Student leaders from various public universities in Uganda have called on their fellow students to boycott the mandatory annual fee of 20,000 shillings charged by …
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Parliament Directs Education Minister on Expired Academic Programs
The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, has directed the Minister of Education and Sports to present a statement on the issue of expired programs …
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You Can Now Edit Your WhatsApp Messages
Meta is globally rolling out a new feature for its popular messaging app, WhatsApp, that will allow users to edit their already sent messages. According …
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Police Bans Pilgrims from Trekking in Night Hours
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Martin Ochola has directed regional, district, and division police commanders to prevent pilgrims from walking during the late night …
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WHO Calls for Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence for Health
The World Health Organisation has expressed concerns about the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare, particularly the potential generation of biased data that could …
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Katonga Bridge Repair Set for Three Weeks, Second Alternative Route Unveiled
The Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) expects to compelete emergency repairs on the River Katonga Bridge along the Kampala-Masaka highway in three weeks. “We estimate …
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18 Million Ugandans Battling Hypertension-Uganda Heart Institute
The Uganda Heart Institute (UHI) has sounded an alarm over the increasing number of people battling hypertension saying this is putting a strain on health …
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U S Mission In Uganda Increases Visa Fees
The United States Mission in Uganda has announced increase in non immigrant visa application processing fees effective 30th May, 2023. According to a statement issued …
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Opposition Female MPs Want Tax On Diapers Reversed
Opposition female Members of Parliament have called for the reversal of the VAT imposed on diapers under the Value Added Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2023 passed …
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Discord Plans to Have Users Change Their Usernames
Discord last week announced changes to its username and identity system. The platform, which was originally designed to make it easy for users to connect …
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Joint Security Operatives Apprehend Suspected Terrorists in Nabweru
Joint security forces have apprehended several suspected terrorists in Nabweru, North Ward, Nansana Municipality, Wakiso District following a report of a bomb threat in the …
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MPs Approve Tax on Diapers
Legislators have approved a tax on diapers and rejected a proposal to exempt payment of taxes on adult diapers. This was contained in the Value …
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Just In: Isma Olaxes also Known as Jaja Iculi shot dead in Kyanja
Popular vlogger Ibrahim Tusubira, also known as Isma Olaxes or Jaja Iculi, has been shot dead by unknown gunmen in Kyanja. It still remains unclear …
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Minister Nandutu Out on Bail
The Karamoja Affairs State Minister, Agnes Nandutu is out on a cash bail of sh10million. She was released by the Anti-Corruption High Court Lady Justice, …
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Update: Court Further Remands Minister Nandutu to Luzira Prison
The Anti-Corruption court has today further remanded the state minister for Karamoja Affairs, Agnes Nandutu to Luzira Prison until tomorrow May 4, for bail ruling. …
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Iron Sheets Saga: Court sets Hearing date For Minister Nandutu’s Corruption Case
The Anti-corruption court division in Kampala has set May 25 as the day when it will start hearing of Agnes Nandutu’s case. Nandutu who’s also …
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Uganda’s Parliament Passes the Anti-Homosexuality Bill
The Parliament of Uganda has passed the Anti-Homosexuality Bill, 2023 with amendments to five clauses following proposals by President Yoweri Museveni. While presiding over the …
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UPDATE: Bodyguard Shot Minister Engola at Close Range
Minister of State for Labour,Employment & Industrial Relations, Col. (Rtd) Charles Okello Engola, was shot dead on Tuesday morning by his body guard in a Kampala suburb. …
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A Month after Returning to Work, Senior Doctors to Strike Again
Senior House Officers (SHOs), also known as senior medical doctors undergoing postgraduate training at regional and national referral hospitals, have announced their intention to resume …
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Rotary Governors Commit to Promoting Basic Education, Literacy
Rotarian Francisco Ssemwanga, the new Rotary Governor of District 9214, has pledged to promote basic education and literacy to expand the Rotary movement and increase …
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EAC Regional Force Commander In DR Congo Resigns
Major General Jeff Nyaggah, overall Commander of the East African Community (EAC) Regional Force deployed under a peace mission in North Kivu province, eastern Democratic …
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UHRC Warns Police over Unconstitutional Conduct During Public Order Management
The Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) has come out to condemn the illegal and unconstitutional acts by Uganda police witnessed during public order management. UHRC …
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Uganda Evacuates 211 Nationals Safely from Sudan
Uganda has not recorded any deaths of its citizens following the ongoing conflict in Sudan between the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the Sudan Armed …
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President Museveni Returns Anti-Homosexuality Bill
President Yoweri Museveni has returned to parliament the Anti-Homosexuality Bill, 2023 for reconsideration. In a letter dated 25 April addressed to Speaker Anita Among, which …
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Uganda to Evacuate Citizens Stuck in Sudan
The government of Uganda has located 208 out of the 271 citizens stranded in Sudan and plans to evacuate them are underway. This was revealed …
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Judge Pokes Holes in “Unsystematic” Investigations in Kirumira Murder Case
On Monday, High Court Judge Margaret Mutonyi acquitted Abubaker Kalungi of the double murders of former Buyende district police boss Assistant Superintendent of Police Muhammad …
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Why The Company Registrar Rejects A Business Name
Several Ugandans are heeding the government’s call for business formalization, especially the ‘simple’ step of registration, but how much one knows before starting the process …
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AFCON: Uganda Cranes To Host Algeria In Cameroon
The Federation of Uganda’s Football Association (FUFA) has announced that the Uganda Cranes Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match against Algeria, scheduled for June …
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Kirumira Murder Case: Court Acquits Abubaker Kalungi
Justice Margaret Mutonyi has acquitted Abubaker Kalungi for the double murders of former Buyende District Police Boss Assistant Superintendent of Police Muhammad Kirumira and his …
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Reusable Sanitary Pads Help to Keep Girls in School in Amudat
More than 200 girls in Looro primary school Amudat district have been trained to make reusable sanitary pads. The school project of Reusable sanitary pads …
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Museveni Orders Immediate Release Of 6 billion Shillings For Kampala Roads Rehabilitation
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has ordered the Ministry of Finance to release with immediate effect six billion shillings for the rehabilitation of roads in the …
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Minister Lugoloobi Granted Shs10m Cash Bail
The Anti-Corruption Court in Kampala has granted a cash bail of 10 million Shillings to the State Minister for Finance and Economic Planning Amos Lugoloobi. …
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NSSF Gives Employers More 60 Days to Register
The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) on Wednesday announced an extension of the mandatory registration for employers to June 30, 2023, following requests from small …
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Sudan Crisis: 300 Ugandans Trapped in Khartoum
At least 300 Ugandans are currently trapped in Sudan’s capital, Khartoum following the ongoing civil war, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has said. They include …
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Minister Nandutu Committed to High Court for Trial Over Karamoja Iron Sheets
The Minister of State for Karamoja Affairs Hon. Agnes Nandutu was on Wednesday charged and committed to high court for trial over iron sheets meant …
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Mabirizi Petitions Court to Block Prosecution of Suspects in Iron Sheets Scandal
Lawyer Male Mabirizi has petitioned the Anti-Corruption Court in Kampala seeking a declaration that the investigations, arrests, detentions, and subsequent prosecutions of some suspects implicated in the …
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Minister Nandutu Hands Herself to Police
The Minister of State for Karamoja Affairs Hon. Agnes Nandutu has finally handed herself over to Kibuli Criminal Investigations Directorate- CID to be investigated over …
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Banned Deadly Contraceptive Pill Even More Popular Among Women
A family planning pill manufactured by a company in China and was banned by the Uganda National drug regulator is even more popular among women …
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Police Warns Money Lenders Against Confiscating National IDs as Collateral
Police on Monday issued a warning to all micro loan lenders against confiscating identification documents such as National IDs and passports as collateral. The directive …
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Iron Sheets Scandal: Minister Lugoloobi Remanded to Luzira Till April 20
The state minister for Finance Amos Lugoloobi has been remanded to Luzira prison until April 20 over the alleged theft of iron sheets meant for …
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Sudan Crisis: Further Fierce Fighting Between Army And RSF
Fierce clashes have been reported across Sudan as fighting between rival armed factions continues to spread. Violence between the army and a paramilitary group called …
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Minister Lugoloobi Arrested Over Karamoja Iron Sheets
The State Minister for Planning under the Finance Ministry Amos Lugoloobi has been arrested in relation to diversion of iron sheets for the vulnerable poor …
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Minister Kitutu Granted Shs10m Bail
The Anti-Corruption Court has granted bail to the Minister in charge of Karamoja Affairs Mary Gorreti Kitutu. Kitutu was granted cash bail of 10 Million …
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OPM Permanent Secretary Keith Muhakanizi Dead
The Permanent Secretary to the Office of the Prime Minister Keith Muhakanizi, has died. Muhakanizi – who is the long serving permanent secretary and secretary …
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Kabaka Mutebi Calls for Unity Among Subjects
The Kabaka of Buganda, Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II has called for unity among his subjects. Kabaka made the remarks on Thursday during his 68th birthday …
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Makerere University Guild Elections Set for Today
Makerere University will today hold virtual guild presidential elections. There were doubts among students if the elections will take place following the disqualification of two …
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MPs Quiz Trade Ministry Permanent Secretary Over Shs 5Bn For Office Renovation
Members of Parliament have questioned the Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives, Geraldine Ssali on a virement worth 5 billion Shillings …
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Iron Sheets Saga: What The Law Says About Gifts To Leaders
For over a month, the Parliamentary Presidential Affairs Committee, the State House Anti-corruption Unit, and the Police Criminal Investigation Department-CID have been investigating senior government …
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Littering Bins Enforcement Extends to Petrol Stations
The National Environment Management Authority-NEMA has now extended its operations to enforce non littering laws in Uganda through having litter bins to all petrol stations. …
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Minister Kitutu Denied Bail
The Karamoja Affairs Minister Mary Gorreti Kitutu has been denied bail by the Anti-Corruption Court in Kampala. The court on Wednesday presided over by the …
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Airtel Uganda Rallies Ugandan Media to Join Fight Against HIV/AIDS
Airtel Uganda The Smartphone Network With the widest 4G coverage in Uganda has today rallied Ugandan Media to join the fight against HIV/AIDS by taking …
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Heavy Security Deployment at Makerere University
There was heavy military and Police deployment at Makerere University because of an anticipated students’ strike. Heavily armed military and Police personnel were deployed at …
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Seven Makerere University Students Arrested for Holding ‘Unlawful Assembly’
The Police in Wandegeya have arrested seven students of Makerere University for holding an unlawful assembly. The students were arrested from Emerald Hotel in Wandegeya …
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Watoto Church in Cache 22 over Delayed Resolution on KPC Building Demolition
The future of the historic Norman Cinema remains in balance as the government and the management of Watoto Church wait to reach an understanding on …
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Iron Sheets Saga, Anti- homosexuality Bill Dominate Easter Message
Religious and political leaders across the country have used their sermons to condemn what they called ungodly acts committed especially by those assigned with public …
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Yuan Challenge of Dollar Dominance Welcome – BOU
The Bank of Uganda had downplayed talk of negative effects on the global economies in light of the developments around the US dollar and the …
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Iron Sheet Scandal: More Suspects to be Charged
The Public Relations Officer in the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions Jacquelyn Okui as said more suspects will be arraigned before the Anti-Corruption …
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Judge Advises Cohabiting Couples to Sign Agreements On Property Ownership
The head of the Civil Division of the High Court Judge Musa Ssekaana has advised unmarried couples staying together to sign agreements that will streamline …
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Minister Kitutu Remanded Over Karamoja Iron Sheets
The Anti-Corruption Court has remanded the Minister for Karamoja Affairs Mary Gorreti Kitutu Kimono to Luzira Prison for loss of public property, corruption, and conspiracy …
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Private Cars Exempted From Trashcan Penalty, Not Littering – NEMA
The National Environment Management Authority, NEMA, has now excluded private vehicles from the requirement to have a dustbin installed in, though they remain subjected to …
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Animals Don’t Speak; Let Us Speak for Them-Magistrate
For some, the sentences and penalties by Chief Magistrate Gladys Kamasanyu Musenze of the Standards Wildlife and Utilities Court are harsh and ruthless even for …
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How Government of Uganda Can Solve its Motor Vehicle Problem
By Denis Jjuuko One way to tell that you have arrived at a government of Uganda facility such as a local government district or even …
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No Scientific Studies Have Found Gene Responsible For Homosexuality- Medics
Doctors under the Uganda Medical Association (UMA) have said there is so far no scientific study done in Uganda or abroad that has found a …
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Ssewanyana, Ssegirinya Deny Negotiating Their Release
Embattled MPs; Allan Ssewanyana (Makindye West) and Muhammad Ssegirinya (Kawempe North) have denied reports that they entered into a deal with the government which secured …
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EACOP Gets Investment License, Financing Deals Due for Conclusion This Year
The East African Crude Export Pipeline (EACOP) Company Ltd has received an investment license from the Uganda Investments Authority, UIA, which will enable it access …
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Lucy Kahubire Celebrates 130th Birthday: A Glimpse into Her Long Life
On March 26, 2023, Lucy Kahubire Adyeeri celebrated what her grand children say is her 130th birthday. It was a colorful thanksgiving ceremony at Rwegoma …
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NSSF Gives 50,000 Employers 30-Day Deadline to Pay Contributions
All Employers in Uganda, irrespective of the number of workers employed, have only 30 days to register with the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) and …
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UEGCL Takes Over Nalubaale, Kiira Power Plants As Eskom Exits
Eskom has handed over Nalubaale and Kira hydropower stations, officially ending their 20-year electricity generation concession in Uganda. Starting April 1, 2023, the plants, with …
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Ugandans Seeking Unnecessary Surgical Procedures Abroad- Surgeons
Despite advances in medical care in the country, surgeons say a lot of Ugandans are still seeking surgical procedures abroad. Speaking to journalists ahead of …
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Hope for Milk Industry as Museveni, Ministers Head to Algeria
President Yoweri Museveni and his Algerian counterpart, Abdelmadjid Tebboune are due to witness the signing of several deals in Algiers, where he is on a …
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Parliament Tables Anti-Gay Bill with New Tough Penalties
Uganda’s parliament is set to consider a bill that criminalises anyone identifying as LGBTQ+, and threatens them with 10 years in jail. The bill also …
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Kenya Suspends Milk Imports
Uganda’s rising trend in milk exports is likely to suffer a new dent after Kenya suspended imports of powdered milk, in what some think is …
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Jobs and Pay for Women, Barely Improved in 20 Years – Report
Women’s access to jobs, their employment conditions and a persistent pay gap, have barely improved worldwide in nearly two decades, in a new blow for …
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JUST IN: Justice Kenneth Kakuru Dead
Constitutional Court Judge, Kenneth Kakuru is dead. According to reliable sources, Justice Kakuru breathed his last at Aga Khan Hospital in Kenya’s, capital Nairobi after …
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Will Uganda Reap from Heavy Investment in Science Subjects?
The number of learners opting for science subjects and mathematics at the advanced level of education is gradually increasing, 20 years after the government started …
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2022 UACE Results: Over 67,000 Candidates Qualify to Join University
At least 67,815 candidates who sat the 2022 Uganda Advanced Certificate of Examinations-UACE have qualified to join the university this year. Speaking on Friday at …
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Septic Tank Murder: Court Again Denies Accused Bail
High Court in Kampala has declined to release on bail senior accountant, Francis Onabe who is battling charges of murdering his wife and dumping her body …
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Panic As Contractors Suspend Works at Hoima Airport
Business operators near the Hoima International Airport are in fear following the suspension of the construction works at the airport. The contractors for the construction …
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Lawyer Male Mabirizi Released After Serving 18 Months Jail Term
Lawyer Male Mabirizi has been released from Luzira Upper prison after serving an 18 months jail term handed to him for contempt of court. The …
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Uganda to Host 10th EAC Petroleum Conference
Uganda has yet another opportunity to showcase and market its petroleum potential as it hosts the 10th East African Petroleum Conference and Exhibition (EAPCE’23). The …
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Schools Eject Their Own Learners Who Didn’t Meet Cut Off Points at O’Level
A number of traditional schools have thrown out their own students who didn’t meet the cut off score at the ongoing selection of learners joining …
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Museveni Rejects Endorsement for 2026 Sole Candidature
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on Thursday declined to sign an endorsement for his 2026 candidature. The President said that there is time for everything, noting …
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Will New Mineral Law Deliver Benefits to Ugandans?
The plan by the government to establish a national mining company to join the competitive mining sector is generating debate. Some players in the sector …
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Polls Open for Serere County By-Election
The Serere County by-election polls kicked off this morning with most of the polling stations opening for voters around 7:30 am. The Electoral Commission dispatched polling …
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Ministry Hatches Plan for Learners Who Might Miss, Fail 2023 UCE Exams
The Ministry of Education and Sports is developing a plan to support students who may miss or fail the 2023 Uganda Certificate Of Education – …
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Event Organisers Want “Gwanga Mujje” Concert Halted Over Unpaid Losses
Mulla Entertainment wants the Inspector General of Police, Martin Okoth Ochola to block the forthcoming “Gwanga Mujje Concert” by Joseph Mayanja alias Jose Chameleone until …
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Church of Uganda, Global South Anglicans Denounce Canterbury
Church of Uganda and the Global South Fellowship of Anglican Churches (GSFA) have finally denounced Justin Welby, the Archbishop of Canterbury as the head of …
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Construction Of Hoima International Airport Halted Over Lack Of Funds
The completion of Hoima International Airport hangs in balance after the contractor halted the construction works citing lack of funding from the government. Uganda …
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How Uganda Can Cope Without Borrowing
The government of Uganda has proposed a raft of measures aimed at improving public expenditure next year, but also to reduce reliance on external support, …
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Ssegirinya, Ssewanyana No-Show for High Court Terrorism Trial
Members of parliament Mohamed Ssegirinya and Allan Ssewanyana did not appear before the International Crimes Division of the High Court as expected on monday morning. …
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Mpuuga Condemns Indiscipline among NUP Supporters
The Leader of Opposition in Parliament Mathias Mpuuga Nsamba has condemned the indiscipline of some opposition political supporters. Mpuuga admits that some opposition activists including …
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NSSF Relations Manager Sentenced to 16 years Over Embezzlement
The National Social Security Fund – NSSF Relations Manager Joseph Sooka has been convicted of embezzling 152.7 million Shillings from the Fund Suspense Account. Sooka …
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High Court Blocks UJA Elections
The Civil Division of the High Court has issued an interim injunction, halting the Uganda Journalists Association – UJA elections slated for February 25. The …
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Man With Torture Wounds on His Chest Stirs Anger in Uganda
Rights activists and others are urging Ugandan authorities to restrain security agents accused of torture after a man who had been missing resurfaced with wounds …
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MP Ssewanyana’s Health Condition Worries Family
Makindye West member of parliament Allan Ssewanyana’s family is concerned about his health condition, a day after his release from incarceration. Ssewanyana, together with Kawempe …
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Nakintu’s Suspected Kidney Harvesters Out on Bail
Five people accused of illegally harvesting a kidney from Judith Nakintu, a former immigrant worker are out on bail. The five appeared Tuesday before Lady …
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High Court Overturns Order Freezing UMSC Activities
High Court Judge Esta Mbayo has overturned orders issued by the Mengo Chief Magistrate Patrick Ngereza Talisuna freezing the activities of the Uganda Muslim Supreme …
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Masaka Court Grants UGX40M Cash Bail to Ssegirinya, Ssewanyana
Allan Ssewanyana, the Makindye West, and his Kawempe North counterpart, Muhammad Ssegirinya have finally secured bail. Masaka High Court Resident Judge, Lawrence Tweyanze granted the two …
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Makerere Graduation: Parents, Graduands Decry Inconvenience
A section of parents and graduands attending the 73rd Makerere University graduation ceremonies are protesting the inconveniences and restrictions caused by the organizers. Notably, the …
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The Many Forces in the Battle for NSSF
When will the controversies over the National Social Security Fund-NSSF end? Who will be the next NSSF Managing Director? What is difficult in appointing the …
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NSSF Probe Committee Hands Byarugaba’s Phone to CID for Forensics
Parliament’s select committee investigating operations of the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has handed over the phones of two Fund officials to the Criminal Investigations …
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UNEB Records Decline in Examination Malpractice at UCE
The Uganda National Examination Board (UNEB) has recorded a marked decrease in examination malpractice during the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) exams. This was revealed …
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2022 UCE Exams Results Show Decline In Overall Failures
The rate of failure in the 2022 Uganda Certificate of Education – UCE have reduced, according to results released by the Uganda National Examination Board- …
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UNEB Releases 2022 UCE Results Showing Improvement in Chemistry and Physics
The Uganda National Examination Board (UNEB) has today released the 2022 Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) results showing a significant improvement in performance better than …
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Banks, Court Blame Customers for Negligence as Fraud Cases Rise
Rose Ahebwa has been moving up and down trying to recover Shillings 47 million that mysteriously vanished from her newly opened account in Equity Bank …
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Lawyer Anthony Wameli Dead
The head of the legal team of the National Unity Platform-NUP party Anthony Wameli is dead. According to a tweet by Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, the …
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Mpuuga Criticizes Chief Justice Over Ssewanyana, Ssegirinya Trial
The opposition takes an exception to a recent commitment by Chief Justice Alphonse Owiny-Dollo of ensuring an expeditious trial of the Makindye West Member of …
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Uganda Ends UN Human Rights Office Mandate
The Government of Uganda has terminated the operations of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Uganda. OHCHR, a …
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Ibrahim Sekagya Becomes New York Red Bulls II Head Coach
New York Red Bulls II has named Ibrahim Sekagya as its head coach for their inaugural season in MLS Next Pro, the club announced today. …
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Kainerugaba Street Sign Post in Kapchorwa Removed, to be Replaced
A street signpost named after Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba in Kapchorwa, eastern Uganda has been vandalized by angry residents. The direction signage was allegedly removed in …
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Minister’s Driver Who Damaged Student’s Suitcase Ordered to Report to Police
A minister’s driver accused of damaging beyond repair a student’s suitcase at Buddo secondary school has been ordered to report the police tomorrow. The directive …
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Busoga College Mwiri Seeks UGX 5B for Refurbishment
Busoga College Mwiri is hunting Shillings 5 billion for the total refurbishment of the school premises, the head teacher, Arthur Mbalule has revealed. Mwiri is the oldest …
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Chief Justice: MPs Ssewanyana and Segirinya Trial to Start Soon
Chief Justice Alphonse Chigamoy Owiny-Dollo has put the state on notice saying he will not entertain what he called dilly-dallying when the trial of the …
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Attorney General “Confused” About Trial of Civilians in Military Courts
The Attorney General, Kiryowa Kiwanuka has said that court rulings on whether the military courts should try civilians plunged his chambers into confusion. Kiwanuka, in …
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UNOC Finally Gets License To Explore In Buliisa
The government has signed a Production-Sharing Agreement (PSA) with Uganda National Oil Company for the Kasuruban block in Albertine Graben’s Buliisa district. The signing of …
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Finance Minister Disagreed with Amongi’s UGX 6bn Request
The Minister of Finance, Matia Kasaija has said that he disagreed with the Minister of Gender, Betty Amongi for the request of Six Billion Shillings. …
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Gov’t Acquires Land for Oil Pipeline Labour Camp
Government has acquired a 47-acre piece of land in Kasambya village in Katikara sub-county, Kakumiro district where one of the four labour camps will be …
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Content Creators Call for Better Internet Policies to Enhance Their Earnings
Creative Ugandans seek to earn more from their creative content, on realization that social media can be a way to prosperity and not just social …
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S.1 Entrants to Submit Learner Identification Numbers Before Admission
Both public and private secondary school headteachers have to ensure that all senior one entrants provide their Learner Identification Number (LIN) before they are admitted, …
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Allegations Against Me are Just a Witch Hunt Without Evidence – Byarugaba
The former Managing Director of the National Social Security Fund -NSSF Richard Byarugaba says that corruption allegations leveled against him have no evidence and just …
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NSSF Probe: Select Committee Grills Board Over Funding of Private Union Activities
The select committee investigating the affairs of the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has questioned the board about the Shillings 1 billion request made by one …
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Luweero Catholic Diocese Moves to Regulate Fees and School Operations
The Kasana-Luweero Catholic Diocese has set up an Education Inspectorate Authority charged with overseeing and monitoring operations of the schools it runs. The Authority is also charged with regulating school fees and other requirements that the church founded schools charge. …
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Parliament Approves UGX 50 Trillion Draft Budget
Parliament has passed the Budget Framework Paper of 49.98 trillion Shillings for the next financial year 2023/2024. This is in line with the Public Finance …
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Gov’t has Admitted to Holding Five Abductees -LOP Mpuuga
Government has reportedly named five people in its custody, out of a list of 25 missing Ugandans that was tabled by Leader of Opposition- LOP …
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Esther Nakajiggo’s Family Awarded US$10M by a US Court for Wrongful Death
The family of Esther Nakajiggo, 25 has won an award of over US$ 10.5 million from the US government for wrongful death. Federal US Judge, …
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Parents Tipped On Choosing Polytechnics Over Secondary Schools for P7 Leavers
Several parents are working up their phones as they struggle to secure placements for their children in secondary schools following the release of Primary Leaving Examination …
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Mabirizi Petitions Court to Halt Ssewanyana, Ssegirinya Trial
Jailed city lawyer Hassan Male Mabirizi has petitioned Masaka High Court to halt the criminal trial of Kawempe North Member of Parliament Muhammad Ssegirinya and his …
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Man Awarded Shs 10 Million Over Breach of Marriage Promise Speaks Out
Richard Tumwiine, who won a civil suit against his ex-lover for breach of marriage promise, says that he ran to the court to avoid taking law …
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Grief as Ssegirinya’s Kawempe North Health Center Closes Completely
Voters in Kawempe North constituency in Kampala are disheartened by the total closure of Kawempe North Health Center, which was established by their jailed area Member …
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UNEB Releases 2022 PLE Results Showing Better Performance
The Uganda National Examinations Board has released the 2022 Primary Leaving Examinations – PLE results showing an improvement in performance overall compared to the last …
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MAK Student Shares how He Beat the Odds to Attain a University Degree
Kato Laban, 29 will be part of thousands of students who are due to graduate at the 73rd graduation ceremony of Makerere University in February. …
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Between Drilling and Production, Another Two Year’s-Wait for First Oil Drop
The commencement of oil drilling in Uganda’s Albertine Graben on Tuesday was a major step towards the country’s oil production stage. For ordinary Ugandans, drilling could …
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Speaker Names Select Committee to Investigate NSSF
The Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among has named a seven-member select committee chaired by Mbarara South member of parliament, Mwine Mpaka to investigate the affairs of …
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Rwanda Shoots at DRC Military Plane
The Rwandan government has confirmed that it shot a warplane belonging to the Democratic Republic of Congo-DRC for violating its air space. On Tuesday, a …
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Parliament Orders Expedited Probe on Homosexuality in Schools
Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa has directed the Committee on Education Committee to expeditiously investigate allegations of homosexuality in schools across the country. Tayebwa issued the …
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Museveni Commissions CNOOC’s Drilling Rig, Vows to Develop Uganda’s Oil
President Yoweri Museveni commissioned the first of the oil drilling rigs in the Albertine’s Kingfisher area operated by Uganda’s oil Joint Venture partner CNOOC. The …
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MOES, Lubaga Still in Discussion Over SMACK Head Teacher
The Ministry of Education and Sports and the Catholic Church are yet to agree on a suitable candidate for the position of Headteacher at St. Mary’s …
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PLE Results to Be Released On Friday- Minister
The long-awaited 2022 Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) results will be out on Friday this week, the Ministry of Education and Sports has confirmed. Last week, Daniel …
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High Court Orders Specialised Treatment For Ssewanyana
Masaka High Court has ordered prison authorities to provide specialised treatment to the Makindye West Member of Parliament Allan Ssewanyana to enable him to recover …
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Uganda to Start Drilling First Oil at Kingfisher Oil Fields
Uganda will commission on Tuesday the first of its four planned oil drilling rigs and start drilling the first production well, Petroleum Authority of Uganda …
