All posts tagged "featured"
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898Big StoryLaw Society warns Ggaba murder trial risks breaching right to fair hearing
The ULS argues that such an atmosphere risks violating Article 28 of the Constitution, which guarantees every accused person the right to...
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680NationalMuseveni backs revival of wooden cookware after safety tests confirm zero toxicity
In a directive issued March 27, 2026, the President confirmed that a scientific assessment by the government’s Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear...
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879Big StoryInside Museveni meeting with Iran envoy Majid Saffar at Kyankwanzi
The talks come amid renewed diplomatic engagement between the two countries, with Iran actively expanding its footprint in East Africa through partnerships...
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503FeaturesPICTORIAL: Kabaka Birthday Run draws over 130,000 in push to end HIV/AIDS by 2030
This year’s theme, “Men for Good Health to Save the Girl Child and the Fight to End HIV/AIDS by 2030,” placed emphasis...
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1.0KBig StoryULS slams ‘two-tier justice system’ after Museveni says MPs in graft case were forgiven after repenting
Speaking at the NRM retreat in Kyankwanzi, President Museveni stated that some legislators who had been charged with corruption were pardoned after...
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886NationalInside Museveni’s 11-point plan to grow Uganda’s economy 10 times
President Museveni says Uganda already has the capacity for rapid economic expansion if it maximises value addition, efficiency, and resource utilisation.
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640Big StoryEx-Minister Nandutu jailed 4 years, barred from public office over Iron sheets scandal
In its sentencing, the court affirmed that Nandutu unlawfully received and held 2,000 iron sheets that had been procured under a government...
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210FeaturedInside Ruparelia Group’s multi-billion Paradise Island Resort ahead of June opening
The beach is expected to serve as a central attraction, offering guests a curated waterfront experience designed to combine relaxation, scenic views,...
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2.3KBig StorySpeakership Row: Mao hits back at Among, labels her a political ‘refugee’ in NRM
What began as a remark on cooperation has exploded into a full political clash—Norbert Mao now accusing Speaker Anita Among of “gutter...
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1.2KBig Story“You Can’t Enter the Bedroom”: Among, Mao trade barbs as Speakership battle heats up
Addressing Members of Parliament during a high-level retreat, Speaker Among delivered a thinly veiled warning aimed at political actors within the NRM–DP...
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770Big StoryCSO, Mobile money agents, warn new taxes will hurt poor, raise cost of living
Among the most contentious proposals is the increase in excise duty on essential commodities, including fuel, sugar, and cooking oil. Fuel excise...
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715CrimePolice arrest 10 in crackdown on Kampala panga-wielding gangs
Police also impounded four motorcycles believed to have been used in the commission of the crimes, noting that some of the bikes...
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804Big StoryLaw Society demands Mufumbiro release as he seeks to bury wife
But Uganda Prisons spokesperson Frank Baine said there is no legal framework allowing remand prisoners temporary release for burial rites.
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586Big StoryGgaba daycare killer committed to High Court for murder trial
Court documents show that the suspect purchased multiple knives, rented a vehicle, and visited the daycare a day earlier under the guise...
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662NationalUganda’s leading biotechnologist, Dr Andrew Kiggundu dead
At the time of his passing, Dr Kiggundu was contributing to national efforts under NARO’s vaccine programme, including work linked to the...
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801NationalONC’s Namyalo boosts 2026 Kabaka Birthday Run with UGX 15m kits
Since assuming leadership at ONC, Namyalo has maintained a visible presence at Buganda Kingdom events, reinforcing collaboration between the ruling National Resistance...
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1.5KBreakingKatakwi DHO Ichumar Omeke killed in night road crash
The fatal crash occurred on Tuesday night, April 7, 2026, at around 10:00pm as Dr Ichumar was driving back to his home...
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662OP-EDUganda has a great story. It’s time we told it
In this Op-Ed, Uganda Media Centre Boss, Alan Kasujja reflects on Uganda’s overlooked COVID-19 response and argues that the country must take...
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515NationalNRM urges unity, discipline as Kyankwanzi retreat kicks off
Addressing legislators at the opening session on Tuesday evening, SG Todwong described the retreat as a critical platform for orienting leaders on...
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827CourtGgaba daycare murder suspect charged, remanded to Luzira
Chrstopher Okello Onyum, the suspect in the Ggaba daycare killings has been remanded after appearing in court over the murder of four...
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454Big StoryStanbic Bank under scrutiny over fraudulent sale of client’s porperty in Soroti
The court found that the sale in question was neither conducted through a public auction nor by private treaty in accordance with...
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687EntertainmentUCC bans ‘Mukube Paver’ song for inciting violence, artist summoned
The regulator says the song is perceived to encourage dangerous behavior, and has directed all broadcasters, online platforms, and the public to...
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265NationalOtuke records 49 safe deliveries during Easter
At several facilities, the cries of newborns blended with prayers and ululations from families, many describing the experience as both emotional and...
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602NationalAFCON 2027: Uganda waives visa fees for all visitors to boost tourism, match attendance
The visa waiver will take effect one month before kickoff and remain in force until one month after the tournament, which Uganda...