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774Shock as councillor blocks bridge project after election loss, says voters “deserve to suffer”
Alex Molokoye stunned the council when he openly rejected the planned construction of a standard bridge at Khabutanyi, arguing that since he...
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643Security guard arrested after beating lover to death in Gulu
According to Aswa Regional Police Spokesperson David Ongom Mudong, the incident happened at around 11:00 pm when the victim visited the suspect...
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621Ebyendiisa Expo opens in Kampala with focus on nutrition, healthy living
Organised by GAIN Uganda in partnership with the Ministry of Health, the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, and other partners,...
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566Kamuli municipal council to reclaim lock-ups after lease expiry
The directive is expected to significantly affect traders and small business operators currently occupying the lock-ups, although the council is yet to...
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1.1KWoman shot near Speaker Among’s residence in Kampala
The incident is reported to have occurred on Thursday, April 30, at around midday when the yet-to-be-identified woman was shot at while...
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852‘That is not the Bill I initiated’ – Museveni breaks silence on Sovereignty Bill
Mr Museveni dismissed widespread concerns surrounding the Bill, describing them as “noise” and insisting that the version being debated publicly is not...
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3.2KOkello sentenced to death for murder of four toddlers at Ggaba Daycare
Delivering judgment on Thursday, Justice Alice Komuhangi Khaukha found Okello guilty of murdering the four children on April 2, 2026, dismissing his...
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1.0KTragedy as URA vehicle knocks woman dead at Tororo Service Centre
The vehicle involved, a black Subaru Forester registration number UA 754DC, was being driven by Janervive Inapat, a 50-year-old URA official residing...
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702Inside Uganda’s strict rules on SIM card transfer, accessing money for the dead
Many Ugandans struggle to access mobile money or bank accounts left behind by deceased relatives, even when listed as next of kin.
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650NYANGE: Ugandans invent music tracking device as Copyright Law takes effect
The device, dubbed Nyange, is part of a broader copyright management system aimed at improving the collection and distribution of royalties to...
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518Education eats big as Namisindwa passes Shs47.9bn Budget for 2026/27
The education sector received Shs19.9 billion, followed by public administration with Shs12 billion and health with Shs9 billion. Other sectors, including roads...
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733Boda boda rider lynched over suspected bag snatching in Arua
The deceased was suspected of snatching a woman’s bag containing mobile phones and other valuables before attempting to flee.
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683World Vision donates over 15,000 reusable pads to schools in Nebbi
The donation, delivered under the Protect Sexual Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR) Project with funding from the Kingdom of the Netherlands, targets learners...
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Five arrested over cattle theft in Arua
Police say the arrests come amid growing concern over increased cases of cattle theft in the West Nile region, with incidents reported...
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347Kamuli marks World Water Day with push for improved hygiene and sanitation
The district-wide celebrations, held on April 28, 2026, at Butende Primary School, were organised under the theme “Accelerating Safely Managed Sanitation for...
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967EXPOSED: URA under scrutiny as claims of internal network behind billions of tax fraud emerge
At the centre of the controversy is Bashir Luwaga, a clearing agent and his sister Sharifah Luwaga, both of whom are accused...
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383Gunmen shoot Boda Boda Rider dead in Terego
The victim, Yamindu Bill, a resident of Ora Village in Olua Parish, Katrini Sub-county, was shot dead near Katrini Secondary School on...
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492Dozens feared missing after canoe carrying 40 passengers capsizes in Kagadi
Police say those believed to have died in the boat accident are mainly charcoal burners and farmers who had crossed to Kikuube...
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663Gov’t orders resumption of trade order enforcement
Local Govt Minister, Raphael Magyezi instructed Chief Administrative Officers, Town Clerks, and city authorities to restore order in urban areas by relocating...
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397ONC launches community driven mobilization for Museveni Swearing-In
Hajjat Namyalo said the activities will include sanitation campaigns, hospital visits, and coordinated public mobilisation drives aimed at rallying citizens to participate...
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520Two Kenyans arrested over attempted Shs46m robbery in Jinja
The suspects allegedly trailed Sheikh Shafic Edirisa Songole from a bank before attempting to break into his parked vehicle, a Toyota Harrier...
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850Among used Muhoozi birthday to mobilise MPs for Speakership – Namuganza
The Bukono County MP-elect, who is also contesting for the Speakership, alleges that the PLU birthday party was instead turned into a...
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495Over 200 foreign nationals arrested in crackdown on illegal stay, invalid work permits
The suspects include nationals from Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Ghana, Myanmar, Ethiopia, Sri Lanka, Cambodia, Thailand, Nepal, Indonesia, and Malaysia, with authorities noting...
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388Greater Nebbi elders meet OPM to push regional development agenda
The engagement marks a significant step toward aligning grassroots-led initiatives with national government frameworks, positioning the Council as a key partner in...