All posts tagged "National News"
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1.2KBig StoryULS slams DPP over ‘systematic abuse’ of Communications Law to silence journalists, critics
In a protest letter received by the DPP's office on November 6, 2026, ULS argues that Section 82 of the Uganda Communications...
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1.2KOP-EDThe internet moved into our pockets, and cybercafés never recovered
UCC figures show that Uganda has 45.7 million active mobile subscriptions, 17 million active mobile internet subscriptions, 35.6 million active mobile money...
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1.1KNationalFood safety fears emerge over excessive chemical use on agricultural produce
A food safety debate is emerging in Apac after district officials raised concerns over agricultural chemicals and alleged tomato preservation practices in...
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1.2KBig StorySironko proposes Shs48.6b budget for 2027/28 as wages take 66%, dev’t 5.5%
According to the estimates, wage grants will take the largest share at approximately Shs32.32 billion, representing 66.41 per cent of the proposed...
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1.3KBusinessKCB Tanzania becomes first bank to integrate PayPal into its mobile app
KCB Bank Tanzania Becomes the First Bank to Integrate PayPal Services into Its Mobile App, Connecting Tanzanians to Global Payments
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1.7KOP-EDUganda’s Judiciary: Why Bigirimana’s reform agenda deserves recognition
From digital case management and mobile courts to alternative dispute resolution and improved infrastructure, the Op-Ed examines ten areas of institutional transformation.
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563ParliamentTayebwa pushes financial independence, reforms for OACPS Parliamentary Assembly
Briefing Pacific parliamentarians in Brussels, Tayebwa called for stronger regional representation, improved institutional structures and greater financial independence for the organisation. Here...
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568NewsArchbishop Kaziimba breaks ground for Masindi Kitara Diocesan Guesthouse
The Diocese has launched a guesthouse project aimed at generating income from tourism and hospitality, strengthening its ability to finance its activities.
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620Big StoryApac risks Shs92.8b health investment as hospital land dispute stalls referral upgrade
The dispute, which has raised concerns over the ownership, management and protection of public institutional land, is threatening infrastructure plans for the...
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968Education17-year-old Ugandan student earns Cisco AI qualification with 87% score
Preet Goswami's achievement makes him the first student at Aga Khan High School to complete the particular course, marking a notable milestone...
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1.6KBusinessNew URSB app to ease access to business registration, trademark services
The application, branded URSB Connect App, was officially launched on Thursday, November 5, 2026, as part of the Bureau's ongoing digital transformation...
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1.3KBig StorySsemakadde celebrates constitutional court ruling, says return home is closer
In a statement issued on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, Ssemakadde described the decision as his second major legal vindication this year, saying...
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622NationalMuseveni tasks cultural leaders on heritage preservation, economic transformation
The President said cultural institutions have a critical responsibility to safeguard Africa’s historical identity, indigenous knowledge, languages, traditional skills and cultural practices,...
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1.1KFeaturesULS mobile court concludes nine cases in Obongi, expands legal aid outreach
The latest exercise adds to a series of mobile court interventions in West Nile, including 17 cases concluded in Koboko and 151...
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1.1KBig StoryTwo former ADF informers sentenced to death over staged bomb attacks in Kampala
The Munyonyo explosion occurred on June 3, 2025, during preparations for Uganda Martyrs Day celebrations, while the Kalerwe incident followed on June...
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1.0KNationalIGG pushes for stronger protection against gender-related corruption
The Inspector General of Government has urged public institutions to strengthen reporting and accountability systems to address gender-related corruption, including demands for...
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575AfricaAfreximbank extends US$28m facility to DOTT Services for regional projects
Uganda-based DOTT Services Limited has secured a US$28 million financing facility from Afreximbank to support its regional engineering and infrastructure projects pipeline...
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461World NewsUS Midterms: Democrats take Congress as voters deliver blow to Trump
The victories, recorded in Tuesday's elections, November 3, 2026, extended into traditionally Republican strongholds, where voters swung towards Democratic candidates amid frustration...
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1.0KWorld NewsCHOGM 2026 opens with drive to unlock prosperity for 2.7 billion Commonwealth citizens
His Majesty King Charles III, Head of the Commonwealth, joined leaders from across the organisation at the official opening ceremony on November...
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1.7KBig StoryFormer Arua district boss, son sent to Luzira over Shs6.5m motorcycle deal
Alfred Okuonzi and his son Stephen Pariyo denied abuse of office and theft charges over the alleged sale of a district-owned Yamaha...
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713NationalGermany commits €50m to boost Uganda’s infrastructure and economic growth
Germany's support comes amid Uganda's efforts to attract foreign investment, expand electricity access, strengthen regional trade and mobilise financing for major infrastructure...
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603Big StoryULS orders lawyers to boycott Zeija Thanksgiving over judicial independence
In Executive Order RNB No. 14 of 2026, issued Monday, November 2, ULS President Isaac Ssemakadde directed members of the legal profession...
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291Big StoryCity Lawyer Shonubi loses bid to block recovery of Shs100m land transaction money
In his ruling, Justice Lubega rejected Shonubi's objection concerning the seven-day notice period, noting that the issue had already been raised before...
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1.3KBig StoryBREAKING! Peter Elwelu arrested in Soroti
Gen Elwelu's arrest follows days of public accusations by Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, reports of arrests among his former...