National
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565PWDs urged to embrace gov’t programmes to improve livelihoods
Persons with disabilities (PWDs) have been urged to actively embrace government programmes and participate in leadership processes to improve their livelihoods and...
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677Little Miss Uganda contestants flagged off to Nairobi for Africa Pageant
UTB CEO Juliana Kagwa has flagged off Little Miss Uganda contestants to represent the country at the Little Mister and Miss Africa...
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1.3KUganda, Lesotho seek joint cooperation on climate adaptation
Nebbi District and Lesotho officials have called for joint cooperation on climate adaptation, as Uganda’s LOCAL project draws global recognition for its...
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616Alur Kingdom intensifies campaign to improve health of elderly and vulnerable
The initiative by Alur King aims to address growing health challenges among older populations, particularly the rising burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs)...
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824RDC Pinto backs tax exemption for Musana to expand community services
Musana Community Development Organization operates in Iganga, Kaliro, Kamuli, Mayuge, and Budaka districts, where it has established primary and secondary schools, community...
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866Kapelebyong communications boss commended for promoting govt programmes
Kapelebyong Communications Officer Emmanuel Opio has earned public praise for promoting government programmes and strengthening transparency through effective communication.
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981Over 65 motorcycles impounded as police target criminal gangs in Iganga
Police in Iganga have impounded 65 motorcycles in an intelligence-led operation targeting criminal gangs linked to boda boda robberies and killings.
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578Pallisa CAO welcomes functional service commission after months of standoff
allisa Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Alex Felix Majeme has welcomed the establishment of the District Service Commission (DSC), ending months of disputes...
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1.3KGovt proposes ban on importation of cars older than 13 years
The proposal, which amends provisions under the Traffic and Road Safety Act, reduces the current import age limit from 15 years to...
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1.6KUPDF Generals Nabasa, Namanya arrested as CDF Muhoozi shakes up military
The detention of Maj Gen Don Nabasa and Brig Gen Johnson Namanya comes amid what security insiders describe as a broader enforcement...
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410Baylor Uganda empower Kiryandongo girls with sewing machines to boost livelihoods
Baylor Uganda and UNICEF have donated 40 sewing machines to adolescent girls in Kiryandongo, aiming to boost livelihoods and reduce teenage pregnancies...
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649ONC Boss Namyalo delivers capital tools to boost inmate skills at Kitalya
The donation comes weeks after her recent Ramadan visit, during which prison authorities raised concerns over inadequate tools in the carpentry section—prompting...
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1.3KFarmers to benefit from instant financing in AMAC-TGCU partnership
The agreement, signed on Thursday, March 26, connects over 400 TGCU member organisations and millions of farmers to AMAC COMEX, a cutting-edge...
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647Zombo leaders unveil multi-stakeholder plan to improve PLE performance
Zombo leaders have launched a multi-stakeholder plan to reverse poor PLE performance, targeting teacher capacity, supervision, and community mobilisation.
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744Luuka receives over 180,000 mosquito nets in renewed malaria fight
Luuka RDC Michael Kibwika confirmed the delivery, noting that the nets, packed in 3,656 bales each containing 50 pieces, will be distributed...
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672Bujingo vows to push for common markets, permits and regional ID in EALA MP Bid
EALA MP Hoepful, Hon Tiberondwa Stephen Bujingo has pledged to push for a common East African ID, work permit, and market system...
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232Babalanda calls for equal opportunities, balanced education as Buyende marks women’s day
Presidency Minister Milly Babalanda has called for balanced education for boys and girls in Buyende, urging inclusive policies to drive empowerment and...
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685One student killed, dozens injured in Budaka school truck crash
According to police, the vehicle was carrying 12 girls, 26 boys, one cook, and two security personnel at the time of the...
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732More suspects netted as gov’t cracks down on PDM extortion
In Kiryandongo District, six individuals, Esther Akello, Margaret Abalo, Patrick Bugumirwa, Joel Aluku, Eunice Amusolo, and Jacob Mukwana, have already been convicted,...
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373Kamuli farmers urged to adopt solar irrigation as drought bites
Experts say solar-powered irrigation could significantly improve productivity, ensure food security, and reduce dependence on rain-fed farming in districts like Kamuli.
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577Kasujja assumes office as Uganda Media Centre Boss
As Executive Director, Kasujja now takes on the role of chief government spokesperson, tasked with strengthening communication between the state, the media,...
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817Lawyer Mabirizi still in prison despite landmark court ruling on Computer Misuse Act
Despite the Constitutional Court nullifying key provisions of the Computer Misuse Act, City lawyer Male Mabirizi remains detained, raising serious questions about...
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890Emyooga beneficiaries face arrest over loan defaults
Kamuli RDC John Batambuze has warned Emyooga beneficiaries of arrest over loan defaults as SACCO leaders raise alarm over rising defaulters threatening...
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675Police recover gun stolen during armed robbery at Wakiso Stabex fuel station
Police have recovered a rifle stolen during a robbery at a Wakiso fuel station after a resident discovered the weapon in her...