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305ESUGA, Rotary Club unite to protect Lake Victoria at Run for the Nile 2026
ESUGA and Rotary Club Jinja have launched a campaign to protect Lake Victoria during the Run for the Nile 2026, highlighting urgent...
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493Gulu benchmarks Lira excellence to transform regional healthcare services
A delegation from Gulu, led by Board Chairperson Dr Paul Onek Awil, toured key service units at Lira, including the SANAS-accredited satellite...
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391Nebbi Elders launch grassroots committees to promote unity, growth and regional devt
The Greater Nebbi Elders Council has rolled out grassroots committees to drive unity, development, and cultural revival across the region.
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356WaterAid launches Multi-Billion WASH project in Kamuli
Over 9,000 residents in Kamuli are set to benefit from a multi-billion WaterAid WASH project aimed at improving access to clean water,...
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413Namisindwa leaders clash over UGX 43bn budget
Tension rocked Namisindwa District Council after leaders clashed over the laying of the 2026/27 financial year budget estimates totaling UGX 42.9 billion.
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314Obote College launches Shs5bn Science Lab Project to reclaim academic glory
Once complete, the facility is expected to ease pressure on existing infrastructure, which currently serves 1,089 students with only two functional laboratories.
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1.3KBukooli South MP Adidwa dragged to court for fraud, lack of academic qualifications
According to the court documents seen by DailyExpress, Adidwa allegedly previously identified as “Barasa Ongeso Godfrey” before changing names to “Adidwa Abdu”...
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353ONC Boss Namyalo clears tuition fees for IUIU student for entire course
ONC Manager Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo has fulfilled her pledge to clear tuition for a struggling IUIU student as part of her continued...
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447Bishop Lubaale urges integrity, honest wealth creation in fight against corruption
Bishop Lubaale urged Ugandans to embrace hard work and moral values, saying corruption extends beyond money to everyday misconduct in public service.
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543Students destroy school property in night strike at Yumbe SS
Police in Yumbe District are investigating a case of student unrest after male students at Roomier Seed Secondary School vandalised school property...
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570Teacher, 27, arrested for killing pregnant wife at in-laws’ home
The suspect, Kamya allegedly went to his in-law’s home and was welcomed by the mother-in-law while his estranged wife was preparing tea....
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317Rotary Club donates Shs1.8m textbooks to boost learning in Nebbi
The textbooks, covering various subjects and class levels, were officially handed over at the school premises by Rotary Club President Odongo Kerunga...
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1.1KPolice Report: Over 3,800 drivers killed in road crashes are below 35 years
The high number of deaths among male drivers below 35 has raised alarm among road safety stakeholders, pointing to risky driving behaviour,...
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608Gov’t launches ICOLEW programme in Zombo
Zombo is among three districts, alongside Kaliro and Rakai, selected for the initial phase of the ICOLEW project, which aims to expand...
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1.3KBuyende school closed after reports of alleged sexual abuse of pupils
Buyende District Inspector of Schools, Ms Tibiri Ruth, confirmed the development, saying the decision to close the school was taken to safeguard...
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575Nebbi unveils Shs47.8 billion budget for FY 2026/27
According to the approved Nebbi District budget, the education sector will receive the largest allocation of Shs18.5 billion, followed by health at...
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400West Nile war victims urged to register for national compensation plan
The West Nile Compensation Advocacy Network, established in October 2025, is spearheading the verification process as part of broader efforts to secure...
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395King’s College Budo marks 120 years with calls for Teacher pay rise, action on corruption
Vice President Rt Maj Jessica Alupo, who officiated as chief guest, revealed that government is preparing a phased salary enhancement for Arts...
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395Babalanda hosts Chinese investors in Buyende, signals new push for local development
The delegation from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Service Co. Ltd. met district leaders at Bukungu Landing Site in Bukungu Town Council, where discussions...
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379PDM funds to blame for marriage breakups in Zombo
Leaders in Zombo warn that PDM funds are contributing to rising divorce cases, raising concerns about the programme’s impact on household unity...
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734Bakenye Make History: From WhatsApp debates to a cultural throne
For generations, the Bakenye, an indigenous community rooted in fishing and water-based livelihoods across eastern Uganda, have lived with a strong cultural...
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437Christians called to embrace patience, forgiveness as Holy Week begins
Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week, commemorating the triumphant entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem. But Fr. Aligi reminded the...
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551Two suspected motorcycle thieves lynched by mob in Zombo
According to eyewitnesses, the two teenagers were attacked after being allegedly caught attempting to steal a motorcycle.
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548Security arrests suspects, recovers weapons in Gulu crime crackdown
Joint security teams have cracked down on criminal gangs in Gulu, arresting suspects and recovering dangerous exhibits.