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Notorious car number plate thief arrested in Kampala, 8 plates recovered

Police say the arrest is part of a broader crackdown on number plate theft, a crime often associated with other offences such...

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Todwong rallies Ugandan diaspora to tap investment opportunities at home

Addressing members of the Ugandan diaspora, Todwong emphasized that the country’s security and macroeconomic stability offer a conducive environment for investment.

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LIST: Umukuka donates 20 Tablets to journalists to support cultural reporting

The Umukuka of Bugisu has donated over 20 iPads worth UGX 60 million to journalists to support cultural reporting and data collection.

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Cwero HC III named Gulu’s best health facility in latest rankings

wero Health Centre III has emerged as the best-performing health facility in Gulu District, scoring 85 per cent in the latest district...

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PWDs 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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Little 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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Alur 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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“Turn Your Phones into Paychecks” Apac youth told

Apac RDC Jenan Okot has urged youth to use smartphones for income generation, as over 1,000 young people gain digital skills through...

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RDC 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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Kapelebyong 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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Suspected goat meat thief arrested with toy gun, blood-stained knife in Budaka

Police in Budaka have arrested a suspect found cooking stolen goat meat, recovering a toy gun, opium, and a blood-stained knife amid...

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Over 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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Zombo prioritises education, health in Shs36.8bn draft budget

Zombo District has unveiled a UGX 36.8 billion draft budget for FY2026/27, prioritising education, health, and infrastructure to boost service delivery and...

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Pallisa 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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ULS demands answers over Lira LDC closure, want new legal education reforms

The Uganda Law Society says the closure of LDC Lira Campus exposes deep flaws in legal education, calling for urgent reforms and...

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Govt 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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Notorious Mityana land grabber remanded over UGX 37m fraud

Lutwaama Isaac Magandaazi, a serial land grabber in Mityana has been charged and remanded over a UGX 37 million fraud case, as...

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Baylor 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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Tiktoker Mukalakasa to face serious charges over engaging in unnatural acts with minor

Police confirmed that the suspect is currently in custody as investigations continue, with authorities working to identify and apprehend other individuals believed...

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Gen Muhoozi drops intelligence chief Rugumayo for Munanura in fresh UPDF shake-up

Uganda's CDF, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has sacked Col Abdul Rugumayo as Deputy Military Intelligence chief, replacing him with Brig Gen Oscar Munanura...

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ONC 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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AFCON 2027: CAF raises concerns over readiness as East Africa’s PAMOJA bid hangs in balance

In Uganda, concerns extend beyond stadiums to supporting infrastructure. Areas like Hoima lack sufficient standard training facilities, while questions remain over hotel...

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Over 900 pupils stranded as storm destroys Apac school

The storm, accompanied by heavy rains and strong winds, tore off roofs, snapped timber structures, and destroyed learning materials, leaving the school...