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6612025 PLE: UNEB decries teacher capacity gaps despite improved performance
UNEB says more learners passed the 2025 PLE, with candidature rising and but new data highlights the need for teacher capacity building.
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1.2K2025 PLE: UNEB flags rising exam malpractice, withholds results from affected schools
UNEB has raised alarm over rising examination malpractice in the 2025 PLE, withholding results of affected schools and candidates pending investigations.
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1.8KBoys outperform girls as UNEB releases 2025 PLE Results
UNEB has released the 2025 PLE results, showing boys outperforming girls overall despite girls registering in higher numbers across the country.
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1.7KPROFILE: Who is Alan Kasujja, the new Uganda Media Centre Executive Director
Alan Kasujja, a former BBC journalist with over 30 years of experience, is the newly appointed Executive Director of the Uganda Media...
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952Museveni appoints veteran journalist Alan Kasujja new Media Centre boss
President Museveni has appointed former BBC journalist Alan Kasujja as Executive Director of the Uganda Media Centre replacing Ofwono Opondo who retired...
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989Newborn stolen baby recovered as police arrest suspect, husband in Tororo
Police in Tororo have recovered a newborn baby stolen from Tororo General Hospital and arrested a female suspect and her accomplice.
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1.2KOver 30 school administrators, teachers arrested over early school opening
Jinja authorities have arrested school administrators and teachers for opening schools and conducting lessons before the official term start date.
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978Activist Sarah Bireete released on bail after month in jail
Ugandan renowned Human rights activist Dr Sarah Bireete has been granted bail after spending nearly four weeks in jail over voter data...
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1.3KHow Agnes Lunkuse beat the odds to become Kalangala’s first female LC5 boss
NRM's Agnes Lunkuse made history on January 22 after winning the Kalangala District LC5 chairperson race, becoming the first woman to be...
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967Gulu Hospital records over 8% TB deaths every quarter
Gulu Regional Referral Hospital records an eight per cent TB death rate every quarter, with late diagnosis blamed for preventable fatalities.
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1.2KNUP’s Kongola confortably wins Iganga Mayoral Seat in 15-man race
NUP candidate Kongola Nasser has won the Iganga Municipality mayoral seat after defeating 14 rivals in a tightly contested race.
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1.1KLinos Ngompek retains Kibanda North seat after election rerun
NRM’s Linos Ngompek has won the Kibanda North parliamentary rerun, securing a second term with 59 per cent of the vote.
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911Chief Whip Obua concedes defeat in Ajuri County rerun
Government Chief Whip Denis Obua has conceded defeat after losing the Ajuri County parliamentary election rerun to UPC’s Fred Jalameso.
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1.3KNRM’s Peter Abrahams secures second term as Kotido Mayor
NRM's Peter Abrahams Irar has been re-elected Kotido Municipality Mayor after defeating two independent challengers in Tuesday’s polls.
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7.3KUNEB to release 2025 PLE results on Friday
UNEB has confirmed the release of the 2025 Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) results for Friday, January 30, 2026, DailyExpress understands.
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1.5KGrenada opens Uganda consulate as Nambooze presents credentials for Kampala mission
The newly appointed Honorary Consul of Grenada to Uganda, Her Excellency Samalie Nambooze Wednesday presented credentials to the Ministry of Foreign affairs...
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1.6KNRM CEC endorses Among, Tayebwa for Speaker, Deputy Speaker slots
NRM’s Central Executive Committee has endorsed Anita Among for Speaker and Thomas Tayebwa for Deputy Speaker ahead of the 12th Parliament.
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839DR Congo’s Alur community leaders meet Zombo’s Ker Alur Premier
A delegation from Warr-Palara Chiefdom in DR Congo has met the Alur Kingdom Prime Minister in Zombo to promote cultural revival and...
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810Paidha Town Council launches Shs13.9m Abattoir Renovation Project
Paidha Town Council has launched a Shs13.9 million renovation of its ageing abattoir in Jupuru, Omua Ward, to improve hygiene and functionality.
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1.1KApac Mayor race tightens as incumbent Patick Ongom arrested, while rivals take early lead
The Apac Municipality mayoral race tightened on Tuesday after police arrested the incumbent over alleged incitement, as rivals took an early lead...
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1.2KPolice arrest suspects behind brutal killing of Ntawo OC ASP Bagenda
Police have arrested five suspects and recovered firearms in a breakthrough into the killing of Ntawo OC ASP Bagenda and Kampala robberies.
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991Police sniffer dog leads to arrest of suspect in Nebbi motorcycle theft
Police in Nebbi District have arrested a man accused of stealing a motorcycle after a sniffer dog tracked him to his hideout.
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759NRM Revolutionary Network: New youth front pushes for bold reforms for party’s prolonged future
A new youth platform, the NRM Revolutionary Network, has emerged calling for internal party reforms, including open flag bearer contests and paid...
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1.4KNRM’s Kiyimba eyes Busiro East seat as bribery allegations rock poll outcome
Allegations of voter bribery in the Busiro East parliamentary race have sparked speculation that NRM’s Abdul Kiyimba could secure the seat through...