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Dr. Ayub Mukisa: The Project Short-Termism Trap: Why Karimojong Remain Temporary Beneficiaries

Ronald Mwangu Alex, in “A Critical Appraisal of Government Development Interventions in Karamoja”, once famously stated that other regions are…

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WADADA ROGERS: Ministerial appointments in Uganda and the question of dual citizenship

A debate on the subject of dual citizenship questioning how President Yoweri Museveni appointed Ministers and Ministers of State without…

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UPDF Female Soldiers In AUSSOM Urged To Prioritise Personal And Professional Development

Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) female soldiers serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) have…

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DR. OPUL JOSEPH, PhD: Universal Livestock Breed improvement is the Cheapest, Inclusive & Sustainable option to cattle compensation in Teso, Acholi & Lango Sub-regions

Open Letter to H.E. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, President of the Republic of Uganda Your Excellency, Warm greetings and prolonged congratulations,…

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Warning to Ministers: Be loyal to President Museveni only or you will be purged, expunged and decimated 

By Buyinza Adam Luzindana In a stark warning addressed to newly appointed ministers, Buyinza Adam Luzindana has reiterated the dire…

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COLIN ASIIMWE: Affordability Is More Than Price: A Framework for Consumer Relevance

Affordability is often reduced to price. That is a narrow and outdated view. In reality, affordability is a multi-dimensional system…

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A Hard-Fought Finale as Stanbic Black Pirates Fall to Kabras RFC in 2026 Enterprise Cup Final

NAIROBI, KENYA: Stanbic Black Pirates put up a spirited fight but ultimately fell short against Kabras RFC in the 2026…

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PERSON OF THE MONTH: Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba – Architect of Stability, Reform and Political Renewal

By Watchdog Uganda Editorial Team As Uganda embarked on a new political chapter following the 2026 General Elections and the…

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UPDF 4 Infantry Division Receives New Deputy Division Commander

The Uganda People's Defence Forces (Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces) 4th Infantry Division has received its substantive Deputy Division Commander, Colonel…

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“Patriotism Training key to shaping responsible citizens,” says Commissioner Seku

The Commissioner of the National Secretariat for Patriotism Corps (NSPC), Ms. Hellen Seku, has emphasized the importance of patriotism training…

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Appointments Committee Constituted as Museveni’s New Cabinet Faces Vetting Starting Monday

Kampala, Uganda – May 29, 2026 Parliament has formally constituted the powerful Appointments Committee, paving the way for the vetting…

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Africa Must Stop Exporting Jobs Through Raw Materials, Dr. Musoke Tells AU Summit

Africa’s continued dependence on exporting raw agricultural commodities is costing the continent billions of dollars in lost wealth, jobs, and…

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LUBADDE RAHIM: Supporting Planned Demolitions for a Sustainable, Organized Uganda

Introduction Uganda’s towns and cities are growing fast. From Kampala to Gulu, Mbale to Mbarara, new buildings rise every month.…

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#OutToLunch: Bank of Uganda’s small business fund good but….

By Denis Jjuuko Small and microbusinesses have always had issues of accessing capital either to grow or stay in business.…

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