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UCC breaks silence on Elon Musk’s Starlink operations in Uganda

Addressing journalists during a media briefing on Monday, the Executive Director of Uganda Communications Commission said Starlink Global Internet Services Ltd has...

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ULS, UJA condemn assault on BBS TV journalist in viral footage

Uganda Law Society and Uganda Journalists Association have condemned the brutal assault of BBS TV journalist Ivan Mbadi by security operatives in...

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Uganda to start administering new HIV prevention jab in March

Uganda will begin administering lenacapavir, a twice-yearly injectable HIV prevention drug, in March after approval by the National Drug Authority.

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Govt bans live broadcasts of riots, illegal processions ahead of 2026 elections

Uganda Government has banned the livestreaming or live broadcasting of riots, unlawful processions and violent incidents during the election period, warning that...

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Govt rules out shutdown of internet during elections

Government has dismissed claims iof a planned internet shutdown during the 2026 elections, warning media and digital platforms against misinformation and irresponsible...

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Ex-LRA commander warns returnees against return-to-bush threats

Former LRA commander Sam Kolo has warned ex-combatants in northern Uganda against threatening peace, urging them to abandon reckless statements and focus...

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Bugisu cultural leaders demand apology from Bobi Wine over Imbalu ceremony

Bugisu Cultural Institution has demanded an apology from Bobi Wine for presiding over an Imbalu circumcision ceremony in Mbale, saying the act...

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We shall protect Museveni if he concedes election defeat – Bobi Wine

Bobi Wine has revealed that he will guarantee President Museveni’s safety if the incumbent accepts defeat in the January 15 election, addressing...

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Bobi Wine reveals secret app to beat internet shutdown during 2026 elections

NUP Presidential Candidate Bobi Wine has revealed a backup communication plan using the BitChat app to stay connected if internet services are...

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Kyagulanyi ferrying ‘mobile audiences’ to inflate support – Museveni

President Museveni claims Bobi Wine ferries “mobile audiences” across the country to inflate political support, warning against chaos ahead of the 2026...

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‘Protect the people’s victory’: Bobi Wine rallies Ugandans in new year address

Bobi Wine has outlined a protest vote strategy, urged defence of the Constitution and called on Ugandans to protect their vote and...

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How Uganda’s national flag became a political red flag in the 2026 election

Uganda’s national flag has become a contested political symbol in the 2026 presidential election, exposing deeper tensions over patriotism, political space and...

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Motorists stuck in record-breaking traffic jam as vehicles spend over 12 hours in Mpigi gridlock

Thousands of motorists were stranded for over 12 hours in a massive traffic gridlock along the Masaka–Kampala highway in Mpigi, prompting advisories...