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222Bududa eats big in Umukuka’s new cabinet
The Bugisu Cultural Institution has unveiled Bududa District appointees in its new cabinet under Umukuka Jude Mike Mudoma. Steven Masiga retains the...
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529Alur leaders take charge in Uganda–DRC peace talks
The Alur Kingdom has launched a cultural peace initiative to address cross-border tensions between Uganda and DRC Alur communities, following a high-level...
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517FDC downplays Nsibambi’s exit to NRM, says move was predictable
FDC President Patrick Amuriat says the party is not weakened by former Chief Whip Yusuf Nsibambi’s defection to NRM following undisclosed meetings...
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536Two remanded over alleged land forgery in Kiryadongo
Two suspects have been remanded by Kiryadongo Chief Magistrate’s Court over alleged forgery and illegal sale of 100 acres belonging to the...
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1.7KUCU Dean Murder: Suspect recounts how mission he entered Tumwebaze’s bedroom, strangled her
The suspect, Hussein Dak Taewaiko says when he jumped over the wall fence, he encountered the family dog, which did not bark...
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320Paidha Town Council allocates UGX 113m for new market lock-up shops
Paidha Town Council has allocated UGX 113 million from local revenue to construct eight new lock-up shops at Paidha Central Market, boosting...
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405Lawyer Mabirizi further remanded as state seeks time to verify bail sureties
City lawyer Hassan Male Mabirizi has been further remanded to Luzira Prison after prosecution requested more time to verify sureties in his...
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315Christians urged to be Ambassadors of Christ as Lent begins
Christians in Kamuli have been urged to embrace prayer, fasting and almsgiving as Lent begins, while Muslim leaders call for charity and...
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261Man, 48, found hanging dead as suicide cases spark concern in Zombo
A 48-year-old man, Denis Oyergiu, was found dead on Wednesday in a suspected suicide in Padea Town Council, Zombo District — the...
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322NRM’s Keddi wins Butebo LC5 chairperson seat in repeat poll
Former Public Service Accountant Samuel Keddi has been declared winner of the Butebo LC5 Chairperson elections after defeating incumbent James Okurut in...
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336Umukuka offers amnesty to sacked officials, warns rival factions
The Umukuka of Bugisu has offered amnesty to former officials and rival factions, calling for unity and warning against illegal fundraising activities.
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453Iganga NUP boss says ‘no grudges’ after election defeat
Iganga NUP Chairperson Grace Ndizaawa says he has forgiven political rivals after losing Iganga Central Division chairperson race, and reiterates a call...
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768Kampala police boss Ecega sacked as IGP moves to tackle capital crime
Kampala Metropolitan Police Commander Richard Ecega has been sacked amid rising violent crime as over 200 suspects are arrested in city operations.
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433Court halts vote recount in Youth MP polls, upholds Kanyesigye’s victory
Hoima Chief Magistrate George Kunihira has dismissed the National Female Youth MP vote recount after finding ballot box tampering, upholding Mercy Kanyesigye’s...
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72Speke Resort steps up CSR with community clean-up for environmental sustainability
Speke Resort Munyonyo has led a community clean-up drive along the lakeside, bringing together staff and residents to promote environmental sustainability and...
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1.2KPolice arrest serial suspect behind car number plate theft in Kampala
Upon arrest, Semuju allegedly led security agencies to the locations where the stolen plates had been hidden in Busega–Kabale and Kiteemu Kivulu...
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312Museveni advisor calls for tougher laws on TikTok over misinformation
Namyalo says her office (ONC) has already drafted a policy document proposing legal and regulatory measures to address online misinformation, protect vulnerable...
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221NUP’s Lina Zedriga further remanded as state verifies bail sureties
Dr. Zedriga, the NUP Deputy President for Northern Uganda, was charged on February 6 with incitement to violence following a public appearance...
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285ONC Boss Namyalo calls for reflection, unity as Muslims begin Ramadan
ONC Manager Hadijah Namyalo extends Ramadan wishes to Muslims, urging repentance, discipline, charity and prayers for national peace and prosperity.
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290Heavy hailstorm kills two children, destroys homes in Pallisa
Two children were killed after a fierce hailstorm devastated Kibale Town Council in Pallisa on Saturday, leaving homes destroyed and families in...
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726Muslims to start Ramadan tomorrow after Crescent Moon sighting
Ramadan 2026 begins on Wednesday, February 18 after crescent moon sighting, marking a month of fasting, prayer and reflection for Muslims worldwide.
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391NBS Journalist Kitone laid to rest as media fraternity demands safer roads
NBS TV journalist Julius Kitone was Monday laid to rest in Rakai after fatal Mbarara–Lyantonde road crash, as colleagues renew calls for...
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635Ssemakadde to mark a year in exile with radical debate on Rule of Law, judicial independence
Uganda Law Society President Isaac Ssemakadde is set to mark one year in exile with an X Spaces discussion featuring Justice Esther...
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613Luuka health workers on spot over extortion of patients
The In-charge of Kiyunga Health Centre IV in Luuka has warned medical staff to stop extorting money from patients or face disciplinary...