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676ZOMBO: PDM agent arrested for diverting Shs7m funds to settle bank loan
The disputed funds were part of PDM money disbursed to beneficiaries through the Wendi digital wallet platform, which is used by government...
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792ONC monitoring highlights PDM success as Kaliro widow turns Shs1m loan into thriving livestock venture
When Ms Galyanga Proscovia received Shs1 million under the Parish Development Model, she chose to invest in piggery farming. Today, she owns...
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384Newborn lion cub boosts conservation hopes in Queen Elizabeth Park
UWA Conservationists say every successful lion birth is an important contribution to maintaining healthy predator populations in Uganda's protected areas, especially as...
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548Musana Community trains Iganga managers on resilience, emotional wellbeing
Held under the theme “Personal Growth and Resilience, Emotional Wellbeing Strategies, Self-Discovery and Personal Values Mapping,” the program focused on equipping leaders...
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643UWA rallies stakeholders ahead of UWEC–Mbale Centre launch
UWA Executive Director, Dr James Musinguzi, said the centre will not only provide opportunities for wildlife viewing and conservation education but will...
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1.0KMuseveni slams ‘parasitic’ leaders over allowance demands in fiery State of the Nation Address
The President said Uganda's development efforts are being undermined by officials who expect additional payments before carrying out routine responsibilities such as...
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1.1KLIST: Real Estate, Railways among 38 Bills Museveni wants passed in 2026/27 FY
Among the headline proposals is the Building Substances Bill, 2025, aimed at regulating construction materials and standards within the building sector.
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1.7KFULL SPEECH: Museveni charts Uganda’s next growth phase in ‘No More Sleep’ agenda
According to the President, PDM has already reached 3.7 million households and government will continue increasing funding to support wealth creation at...
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1.0KNo public gathering as gov’t moves Heroes Day function to State House over Ebola
President Museveni will officiate at the ceremony and will be joined by fewer than 25 invited guests drawn from the three arms...
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620New Virgin Mary Grotto opens as faithful mark unusual Martyrs Day in Kamuli
The grotto was officially handed over during Martyrs Day activities organized under the Jinja Catholic Diocese as Catholics across the country marked...
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703Over 500 villages at risk as landslide cracks widen in Namisindwa
The cracks, which became more pronounced after heavy rains on Wednesday, have already caused widespread destruction, with several homes developing large structural...
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747“Live above suspicion”, Kamuli PDM officials told as district moves to crack down on corruption
Kamuli Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Rose Birungi specifically cautioned against allegations of extortion involving some parish chiefs, Community Development Officers and members...
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749Gov’t begins disbursing UGX 80bn cattle restocking funds
The Office of the Prime Minister expects to complete the first phase of disbursements to all 16,000 targeted households by June 30,...
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317Christians Urged to Mark Martyrs Day from Home as Ebola Threat Looms
Fr. Kilma said that while pilgrimage to Namugongo remains an important expression of faith for many Christians, the current public health situation...
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943Parliament defers Muganga approval over multiple citizenship
The development means Dr Muganga's appointment remains pending as Parliament awaits further clarification on his citizenship status before making a final determination.
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88180 ministers out of 82 cleared as parliament completes vetting process
Kampala, Uganda: Parliament’s Appointments Committee has approved 80 of the 82 ministerial nominees recently appointed by President Yoweri Museveni, with one nominee...
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1.1KEBOLA: Uganda records six new cases, all Congolese nationals
According to Uganda's Ministry of Health, the six individuals were already under follow-up after being identified as contacts linked to confirmed Ebola...
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854Only 20% of Uganda’s Secondary Schools ready for digital learning – UNICEF Report
According to the assessment, only one in every five secondary schools can be classified as "plugged," meaning they have reliable electricity, stable...
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1.8KNo Lockdown, No schools closed over Ebola, says Govt
According to health authorities, schools in border districts have been instructed to strictly implement Ministry of Health Standard Operating Procedures aimed at...
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637Two arrested over suspected fake engine oil in Gulu
During the operation, officers reportedly recovered several boxes containing suspected counterfeit engine oil, empty branded lubricant containers and equipment believed to have...
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1.1KSinger Master Parrot knocked dead in Northern Bypass crash
According to eyewitness accounts, the Muliro singer was knocked down by a speeding motorcycle while attempting to cross the Northern Bypass on...
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739MP Kikabi hails Agroecology at AIBIS Farm, pledges support for Climate-Smart Agriculture
Dr Kikabi expressed admiration for the innovations being implemented at the farm, describing them as practical solutions that could help transform agriculture...
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621Technology and irrigation key to agricultural growth, Busia farmers told
Busia farmers have been urged to adopt technology, irrigation and value addition to increase productivity and incomes, with NRM Treasurer Barbara Nekesa...
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942Diaspora boss Walusimbi rallies Africans to invest back home to spur economy growth
Addressing a gathering of global investors, traditional leaders and diaspora representatives in Kampala, Hajj Walusimbi, who is also Museveni Advisor on Diaspora...