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FPU distributes 1000 kgs of impounded fish to Hoima police, prisons and army

HOIMA, UGANDA: The Fisheries Protection Unit FPU has distributed 1000 kilograms of impounded premature fish to Uganda Police, Prison, and the army...

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NUP leaders clash on best approach to challenging Museveni’s rule

MASAKA, UGANDA; The National Unity Platform-NUP leadership is split over the approach that can appropriately be used to dislodge President Yoweri Museveni...

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COVID-19

Prime Minister assures country of full reopening in January amidst high spread of Omicron variant

KAKUMIRO, UGANDA: Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja, the Prime Minister of the Republic of Uganda has assured Ugandans that government will fully reopen...

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Crime

KAKUMIRO: 62-year-old man arrested for killing his one-month-old baby

KAKUMIRO, UGANDA: Police in Kakumiro District is holding a 62 year old man for allegedly killing his own one month old baby...

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COVID-19

UCC asks broadcasters for airtime to mobilize for Covid-19 vaccination

KAMPALA, UGANDA: The Uganda Communications Commission-UCC has asked radio and television stations to avail airtime to government officials to mobilize people for...

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National

Church of Uganda launches ‘Boys to Men’ mentorship to bridge gender disparity

KAMPALA, UGANDA: The Church of Uganda has launched a five-year strategic plan, prioritizing “Boys to Men” mentorship programme to help boys grow...

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Just In

Explosive ordnance wrapped as Christmas gift injures five in Kampala

KAMPALA, UGANDA: Five family members are reported to have sustained injuries following a suspected explosive attack in Kampala on Christmas Day. According...

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Business

Pork prices fall in Bududa ahead of Christmas

BUDUDA, UGANDA: Pork prices have fallen in Bududa with the price of a Kilo flopping down from 9,000 to 7000 shillings. On...

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Crime

Shock in Kagadi as residents discover fellow dead in police cells

KAGADI, UGANDA: Residents of Mutumba village Kagadi sub-county Kagadi district were surprised by the death of their fellow who was found lying...

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Hawkers, Street Vendors banned from Kampala starting next year

KAMPALA, UGANDA: All vendors and street hawkers will not be allowed in Kampala City starting next year (2022), Government has announced. While...

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News

Pastor Bugingo, Susan Makula slapped with 3 charges, summoned by Court

KAMPALA, UGANDA: Pastor Aloysius Bugingo and his new wife Susan Makula have been charged with three counts for allegedly contracting marriage by...

Crime

Police impound four Tata lorries carrying stolen sugar cane in Masindi

MASINDI, UGANDA: Police in Masindi District has arrested four Tata lories for allegedly carrying stolen sugar cane belonging to Kinyara Sugar Limited....

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Africa

Nigeria Destroys One Million Nearly Expired COVID Vaccine Doses

LAGOS, NIGERIA: Nigeria destroyed more than one million doses of AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine on Wednesday after authorities said they could not be...

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National

Hoima District Roads committee to hire machines for rehabilitation of roads

HOIMA, UGANDA: The Hoima District Roads committee has agreed to hire road construction machines to rehabilitate roads which are currently in a...

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National

Hoima residents decry increased torture from security personnel enforcing Covid 19 measures

HOIMA, UGANDA; Hon. Jennifer Kacha Namuyangu, the state Minister for Bunyoro Affairs has directed the Hoima city security committee to investigate security...

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Kenyan Gov’t Lifts Ban on Ugandan Poultry Products after Nairobi Talks

NAIROBI, KENYA: The Government of Kenya has agreed to lift the ban on Ugandan goods allowing traders to resume exportation of poultry...

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Africa

MPs Exchange Blows Over Proposed Electronic Payment Tax

The government says the new tax would boost revenue for development, but parliament has been split over the idea and fights broke...

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National

Hoima City Environment Officer arrested over misuse of public funds

HOIMA, UGANDA: The state Minister for Bunyoro affairs Jennifer Namuyangu Kacha has directed the arrest of the Hoima City environment Officer Ronald...

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National

Adjumani Cultural Leaders, Elders demand Comprehensive Audit of Zoka Forest

ADJUMANI, UGANDA: Elders of Adjumani district through their umbrella Association Adjumani District Elder’s Forum [ADEFO] together with the cultural leaders have demanded...