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871‘The Calls Have Gone Silent’: Nyanjura reflects on life outside politics as Deputy Lord Mayor reign ends
Kampala Deputy Lord Mayor Doreen Nyanjura has reflected on political loss and fading influence following her defeat in the Mwenge parliamentary elections.
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391Umukuka has not endorsed any Bugisu MP for Speakership, says Masiga
The Bugisu Cultural Institution has denied endorsing any Bugisu MPs for Speaker or Deputy Speaker, saying the Umukuka is constitutionally barred from...
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423Bahá’í Faith explore partnership with Alur Kingdom on community development
The Bahá’í Faith has opened talks with the Alur Kingdom on a potential partnership to promote family-centred community development initiatives in West...
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478APAC: Seven-month-old baby found dead, buried in suspected ritual sacrifice
Police in Apac District are investigating the suspected murder of a seven-month-old baby whose body was found half-buried in Apac Municipality, sparking...
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567Three family members killed in fatal collision on Nebbi–Arua highway
Three members of the same family were killed in a fatal collision involving a Link Bus and a motorcycle on the Nebbi–Arua...
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447MP-Elect Acuda supports top Maruzi PLE pupils with school requirements
Maruzi County MP-elect Peter Obong Acuda has supported 30 top PLE candidates with mattresses, boxes and books to ease their transition to...
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959Pallisa CAO orders schools to open on time, warns against wasting term days
Pallisa Chief Administrative Officer, Mr Majeme Alex has ordered all schools to open on February 10, 2026, warning against delays that waste...
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930Concern as Zombo records nearly 4,000 teenage pregnancies in one year
Zombo District has recorded 3,896 teenage pregnancies in one year, pushing its adolescent pregnancy rate above Uganda’s national average and alarming leaders.
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563Budaka: How police sniffer dog tracked cattle theft suspect within hours
A police sniffer dog cracked a cattle theft case in Budaka, leading officers to a hidden slaughter site and the prime suspect...
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430Gov’t rolls out adult learning, wealth creation programme in Zombo
The Ministry of Gender has launched the ICOLEW programme in Zombo District to boost adult literacy and livelihoods, with Paidha Town Council...
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631Hotel manager, guard found murdered in Kampala hotel robbery
Police in Kampala are investigating the murder of a hotel manager and a security guard at Dave Hotel in Lungujja, where assailants...
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695‘To Hell With CEC Resolution’: NRM youth reject party stance on speakership
Kampala, Uganda: A group of ideological youth leaders under the NRM Revolutionary Network have escalated pressure on the ruling National Resistance Movement...
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457Museveni aide Ewichu credits mobilisation as Teso boosts NRM vote share
Judith Ewichu Apilo has praised Teso voters for improving President Museveni’s election performance, citing strong mobilisation and renewed commitment to protecting government...
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399Bugisu cultural institution rejects Ssabaruli mediation offer in leadership dispute
Bugisu Cultural Institution has rejected a mediation offer by the Ssabaruli, insisting its leadership dispute is before court and warning against interference...
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452Lira Hospital’s Shs600m fistula ward nears completion
Lira Regional Referral Hospital’s new Shs600m fistula ward is 90% complete, expanding treatment capacity and offering renewed hope to women in Northern...
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645Impersonating Bugisu’s Umukuka could land you 100 years in jail
The Bugisu Cultural Institution has warned that anyone impersonating the Umukuka of Bugisu risks cumulative jail sentences of up to 100 years...
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1.8KMuseveni’s 71.6 victory sealed as EC gazettes 2026 presidential results
The Electoral Commission has gazetted the 2026 presidential election results, officially confirming President Yoweri Museveni as winner with 7.9 million votes.
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1.1KKadaga Effect: NRM sweeps all parliamentary, district seats in 2026 elections
Kamuli District delivered a total NRM sweep in the 2026 elections, a victory party leaders say honours Rebecca Kadaga’s call for unity,...
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1.2KSix killed as speeding taxi Rams into bus on Mityana–Mubende highway
Six people, including two children returning to school, were killed in a fatal evening crash in Kassanda District after a commuter taxi...
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534NITA-U rolls out internet expansion plan for Kiryandongo in digital push
Kiryandongo District is set for a digital boost as NITA-U rolls out new internet infrastructure under the Uganda Digital Acceleration Project to...
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1.8KMuhoozi sets up Shs1 billion fund to support youth wealth creation projects
Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has announced a Shs1 billion wealth creation fund aimed at supporting Ugandans with viable income-generating projects.
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690Two killed in tragic crash after car rams intoculvert on Iganga–Mbale highway
Two people died in a tragic early morning road accident on the Iganga–Mbale highway in Kibuku District after their car lost control...
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834Who is Maj Gen Joseph Ssemwanga, UPDF’s new deputy land forces commander
Maj Gen Joseph Musoke Ssemwanga, a Somalia-tested commander and former 1st Infantry Division boss, has been appointed UPDF Deputy Land Forces Commander.
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579Police impound illegally modified car at Jinja Nile Bridge
Traffic Police Friday impounded an illegally modified Toyota Mark X and arrested the driver at Jinja Nile Bridge under the Arrive Alive...