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Uganda, Zambia endorse URSB’s ADR as key tool for faster commercial justice in Africa

During the visit, Zambia's Chief Justice, Dr Mumba Malila emphasized the growing importance of Alternative Dispute Resolution mechanisms in modern justice systems,...

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Luwero farmer reaps big from ONC wealth creation drive, grows herd from 2 goats to 20

Speaking during the visit, Hajjat Namyalo commended Mr. Kanyike for demonstrating what can be achieved when beneficiaries embrace hard work, discipline and...

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Muhoozi says Lukwago to be released to police after ‘wife intervention’

In a series of posts on X on Tuesday, Muhoozi announced that he would hand over Lukwago to police after what he...

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Nwoya farmers to reap big as rising ethanol demand creates market for cassava, maize

Since commencing operations in February this year, the factory has already blended more than 190 million litres of petrol, highlighting the growing...

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Bar vs Bench: Uganda Law Society boycotts judiciary over Lukwago arrest

ULS Vice President Anthony Asiimwe says the arrest of Lukwago goes beyond an attack on an individual lawyer and strikes at the...

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Ex-PS Ssali, PLU’s Mawanda back in court over Shs3.8bn corruption case

The prosecution alleges that the accused persons participated in a conspiracy that led to the irregular payment of Shs3.8 billion to Buyaka...

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Enterprise Uganda targets export growth through Nebbi SMEs training

The initiative targets Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and seeks to equip business operators with the skills, knowledge and standards required...

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FULL LIST: Gen Muhoozi names Oboth, Tayebwa on new PLU Central Committee

The appointments come hours after Muhoozi initiated a major shake-up of PLU's leadership structure, replacing Secretary General David Kabanda with Tingey County...

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Demand for new HIV prevention jab outstrips available supply in Uganda

At the time of its rollout, only 19,200 doses were available for distribution across 103 designated health facilities nationwide, limiting the number...

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Gov’t clears archiving of Bugisu oral traditions and medieval literature

Bugisu Cultural Institution spokesperson Steven Masiga welcomed the initiative, describing it as a significant step towards preserving the region's rich oral history...

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THRIVE Uganda unveils 20 community hubs to empower Bugisu youth

Speaking at the launch, THRIVE Uganda Country Director Caleb Wakhungu said the programme seeks to strengthen community-led development by enabling citizens, particularly...

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Alupo launches UWEC-Mbale, calls on Ugandans to embrace conservation

The UWEC-Mbale regional centre is expected to serve as a hub for conservation learning, environmental awareness, tourism promotion, and research, supporting the...

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Four remanded over mob killing of Rugby Player Sydney Gongodyo

The suspects, identified as Obed Mugwisa, 39, a boda boda rider; Elly Mondoni, 33, a delivery agent; Joseph Owino, 30, a private...

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New cabinet heads to Kyankwanzi for 9-day leadership retreat

The retreat, scheduled to run from June 14 to June 23, comes less than a week after ministers and ministers of state...

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2026/27 Budget: Shs567bn set aside for Tourism, Hospitality sector

Finance Minister Henry Musasizi says the funding will support a range of interventions aimed at increasing tourism earnings, attracting investment and enhancing...

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Museveni bets on oil, infrastructure to power Uganda’s next growth phase

President Museveni said the anticipated oil revenues will provide government with additional resources to finance critical development priorities and reduce infrastructure bottlenecks...

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ULS turns to mediation to resolve uneding governance woes

Addressing members during the 19th Radical New Bar (RNB) Live session on Thursday, June 11 at ULS Chambers in Kololo, Vice President...

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Uganda unveils record Shs84 trillion budget anchored on tenfold growth strategy

The 2026/27 Budget is themed: “Full Monetisation of Uganda’s Economy through Commercial Agriculture, Industrialisation, Expanding and Broadening Services, Digital Transformation, and Market...

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No new Ebola cases in five days, Museveni orders continued vigilance

In a national address on Wednesday, President Museveni urged frontline health workers, religious leaders and communities to remain vigilant, avoid handshakes and...

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Uganda Airlines signs Shs3.7 Trillion Boeing deal for 10 new aircraft

The historic deal comprises eight passenger aircraft and two cargo freighters, significantly boosting Uganda Airlines' passenger carrying capacity and cargo operations as...

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Parliament approves Shs734bn solar irrigation loan for coffee farmers

The project is expected to establish 427 solar-powered irrigation systems across major coffee-growing districts, covering approximately 4,768 acres and directly benefiting an...