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Museveni 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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Over 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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Activist 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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Gulu 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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Chief 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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UNEB 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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Grenada 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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Supreme Court throws out Kasibante bid to delay hearing of his presidential petition

Uganda’s Supreme Court has rejected Robert Kasibante’s request to delay his presidential election petition, allowing the hearing to proceed under constitutional timelines.

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NRM 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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Govt Chief Whip Denis Obua ‘whipped’ by UPC’s Jalameso in Ajuri re-run

UPC candidate Fred Jalameso has defeated NRM Government Chief Whip Denis Hamson Obua to win the Ajuri County MP seat after an...

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MP Opendi loses court bid for vote recount in Tororo

The Tororo Chief Magistrate’s Court has dismissed Sarah Opendi’s application for a vote recount, upholding Akoth Angella as Tororo Woman MP.

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NRM 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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Namukuta breaks ‘single-term curse’ with historic re-election win in Kaliro

Hon. Namukuta Brenda has made history as the first Woman MP in Kaliro District to win a second consecutive term, breaking a...

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Namisindwa’s youngest LC5 pledges system reforms, staff growth

Namisindwa’s youngest LC5 chairperson-elect, Bwayo Emma, has vowed to streamline systems, fight corruption and prioritise staff career growth after his election victory.

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70% of Ugandans now in money economy, says Museveni as NRM marks 40 years

President Museveni says 70% of Ugandans are now in the money economy, crediting NRM wealth programs as Uganda marks 40 years since...

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‘You Touched My Soul’ – Muganga to Sudhir after Ruparelia Family condolence visit

Victoria University Vice Chancellor Lawrence Muganga has thanked Sudhir Ruparelia and his family for their condolence visit following the death of his...

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CDF Muhoozi confirms full restoration of social media after election shutdown

CDF Muhoozi Kainerugaba has announced the full restoration of social media in Uganda, ending the phased internet shutdown imposed during the 2026...

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Judicial convergence key to stability, says Museveni as Zeija swears in as Chief Justice

President Museveni has praised judicial convergence as he swore in Dr. Flavian Zeija as Chief Justice, highlighting reforms, ADR, and zero tolerance...

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Lango Paramount Chief urges calm, peace as Lango heals from election tensions

Lango Paramount Chief Moses Michael Odongo Okune has urged calm, reconciliation, and acceptance after elections, calling on leaders to prioritise unity across...

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How journalist Namayindi ousted NRM heavyweight Wasike in Busia LC5 Race

A Busia FM radio journalist has stunned local politics after defeating NRM’s Stephen Mugeni Wasike to win the Busia District LC5 seat...

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NUP’s Balimwezo declared Kampala Lord Mayor

The Opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate Eng Ronald Nsubuga Balimwezo has been declared as Kampala City's new Lord Mayor, bringing to...

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ULS boss raises red flag over Zeija’s elevation to Chief Justice

The Uganda Law Society has condemned the appointment of Flavian Zeija as Chief Justice, warning it threatens judicial independence and risks deepening...

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