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High Court to hear legal arguments on disputed extension of retired Ministry of Water Commissioner’s contract

Kampala, UGANDA –A contentious decision to extend the contract of a retired water official has sparked outrage, with the Ministries…

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Dr.Ayub Mukisa: Government Should pilot Parish Development Model as a Loan Scheme for Karamoja Students

If the Government of Uganda is to be commended for anything, it is for creating mechanisms that allow the poor…

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Canada NRM Chapter Symposium Delayed to October, Prioritizing Inclusive Candidate Nominations

The Canada NRM Chapter’s much-anticipated 4th Symposium, guided by the theme "Reigniting a Nation for Greatness," has been deferred from…

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Dr. Ayub Mukisa: Karamoja on the Rise: Can Last Week’s Ambassador Visit Change Everything?

To the people of Karamoja, I would like to start by posing a question: Could the recent visit by four…

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President Museveni marks 81st birthday as he officiates at first- ever boda union festival

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has today celebrated his 81st birthday at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds in Kampala City. The birthday celebrations…

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WADADA ROGERS: The process to identify NUP’s MP flag bearers is pivotal to their future

The National Unity Platform (NUP) Party Election Management Committee has set September 15th to 21, 2025 to vet applicants who…

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RICHARD MUSAAZI: The Problem of Child Trafficking in Uganda

Human trafficking has become a significant problem in Uganda. A 2020 government report estimates that traffickers are currently exploiting between…

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Luwero Roadside market vendors tipped on household income as President Museveni offers financial support 

Roadside market vendors in Luwero district have been urged to ensure that they work towards stabilizing their household income and…

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Col. Nakalema delivers key speech at UK- Africa Business Summit, Uganda lauded as best investment destination 

The Head of the State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU), Col. Edith Nakalema has underscored the role of transparency and…

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Minister Babalanda Urges OWC Coordinators to Utilise Peace and Stability to Effectively Promote Wealth Creation 

The Minister for the Presidency, Hon. Babirye Milly Babalanda, has urged Operation Wealth Creation (OWC) Coordinators use the country’s peace…

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UPPC wins award for best government employer relations

The Uganda Printing and Publishing Corporation (UPPC) has won the 2024/2025 Government Employer of the Year Award in recognition of…

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Pomp and Excitement as Karamoja Hosts Ambassadors from Denmark, Sweden, Netherlands and Ireland

Karamoja, once considered Uganda’s most underdeveloped region, is now emerging as a model of progress. This transformation was evident during…

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Uganda set to reap economic windfall from Dr. Magoola’s FDA-approved cancer therapies

KAMPALA, Uganda — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has agreed to waive clinical efficacy testing requirements for two…

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PICTORIAL: President Museveni officiates at the inauguration of Aga Khan University 

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has today officiated at the inauguration of the Aga Khan University and commencement of the construction…

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President Museveni unveils revolutionary all-terrain firefighting vehicle prototype 

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni yesterday unveiled Uganda's “Muliro/Moto Eater” prototype all-terrain firefighting vehicle to a diplomatic delegation from the embassies…

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