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Maragoli community renews push for recognition ahead of minority rights dialogue

The upcoming dialogue will bring together members of the Maragoli Community and officials from MRGI's Africa regional office in Kampala to discuss...

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NUP warns of rising repression after shutdown of Nation Media Group outlets in Uganda

NUP expressed solidarity with journalists, editors, management and other employees of the affected media organisations, noting that the closure would also have...

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URA FC appoint Jimmy Kintu new Head Coach on two-year deal

The appointment comes after Mbalangu's contract expired and was not renewed following URA FC's disappointing 2025/26 Uganda Premier League campaign, which saw...

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Uganda begins evacuating nationals from South Africa amid Xenophobic violence

Kampala, Uganda: The Government of Uganda has launched an emergency evacuation plan for hundreds of Ugandan nationals stranded in South Africa following...

Belgium rout New Zealand to top Group G, Egypt and Cape Verde advance

The emphatic 5-1 victory ensured Belgium finished as Group G winners and booked a Round of 32 meeting with one of the...

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Uganda’s Shamirah Nabadda to officiate at 2026 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup

Nabadda heads to Poland just months after being named the 2025 CAF Female Referee of the Year, an accolade that recognised her...

Japan, Netherlands and Australia reach World Cup knockout stage, Sweden sneak through

The Samurai Blue entered the match knowing that a point would be enough to secure their place in the knockout rounds and...

Gov’t pledges more investment in girls’ football after Teen Cranes success in CECAFA

Sports Minister Ogwang also revealed plans to recommend that President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni formally host the Teen Cranes in recognition of their...

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TikToker ‘Chicken Chicken’ arrested over vandalism of Comedian Shawa’s car

Chicken-Chicken's arrest follows the circulation of a viral video on social media that allegedly shows the suspect participating in the destruction of...

FIFA World Cup: Ecuador shock Germany to reach last 32, Ivory Coast seal history with Curacao win

Ecuador entered the match against Germany needing a positive result to keep their qualification hopes alive and responded with a spirited performance...

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Gov’t unveils new Namboole design as Uganda races toward AFCON 2027

The newly released render showcases a modernized stadium featuring a striking circular design, a wave-shaped white roof canopy and a colourful exterior...

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Top-level football reaches the decisive stage of the group phase: 1xBet presents the key clashes of Matchday 3 at the World Championship.

The best sports betting site 1xBet takes a look at the standout games and analyzes what to expect from the key clashes...

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FIFA World Cup: South Africa seal first-ever knockout berth, Brazil and Morocco progress

Bafana Bafana's Thapelo Maseko emerged as the hero, scoring the decisive goal in the 63rd minute to secure a famous victory that...

Crime

Sniffer dog tracks suspected coffee thief to home in Mbarara

Authorities say further inquiries are underway to establish the full circumstances surrounding the theft and determine whether other individuals may have been...

NUP moves to join IPOD after years of boycott as funding pressure mounts

In a letter dated June 18, 2026, NUP Secretary General David Lewis Rubongoya formally communicated the party's intention to join IPOD and...

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FIFA World Cup: Switzerland deny Canada top spot, but hosts seal knockout for first time in history

The Swiss finished the group stage unbeaten on seven points, while Canada edged Bosnia and Herzegovina to second place on goal difference...

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Muganga hails First Lady as ‘Mother of the Nation’ in heartfelt birthday tribute

Kampala, Uganda: Victoria University Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Lawrence Muganga Wednesday joined thousands of Ugandans in celebrating First Lady and Education Minister...

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Masiga appeals to judiciary over parallel cultural leadership claims in Bugisu

The Bugisu Cultural Institution has in recent years been at the centre of legal and administrative disputes regarding cultural leadership, with several...

Deschamps to miss France’s final Group match after mother’s death

Assistant coach Guy Stephan will take charge of Les Bleus during Deschamps' absence before the France manager rejoins the squad later in...

2026 World Cup: Munoz strikes late as Colombia beat DR Congo to reach knockouts

Munoz had earlier seen a goal disallowed for offside before finally breaking the deadlock with a low finish into the bottom corner.

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Kaija’s journey from disability to financial independence inspires many in Kyenjojo

After losing her leg to a snakebite in 1999, Angelica Kaija refused to give up. Today, the former Kyenjojo District councillor runs...

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2026 World Cup: Ronaldo scores twice as Portugal hammer Uzbekistan 5-0

Ronaldo arrived at the tournament under pressure after failing to score in his previous 10 appearances at major international tournaments, including the...

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