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Bahati’s NRM Vote Count Dwarfs All Opposition in Kabale

KABALE, UGANDA – State Minister for Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives David Bahati didn't just win in a political earthquake that…

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“We can change the policy on free education,” says President Museveni

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called upon leaders at all levels to assess and determine whether parents in their communities…

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RICHARD MUSAAZI: Are 21st century security agencies different from organised criminals?

A few weeks ago I watched a documentary about The Godfather movies. You may recall how this series of movies…

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Annet Nabirye replaces Esther Mbayo as Luuka District NRM Women League Chairperson

Ms. Nabirye Annet has been elected as Luuka District NRM Women League Chairperson, replacing Hon. Esther Mbayo, the incumbent area…

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Karamoja Anti-Corruption Coalition Hosts Embassies of Denmark, Ireland and Sweden in Nabilatuk 

To promote accountability, strengthen democratic values, protect human rights, and preserve civic space in Uganda, the embassies of Denmark, Ireland,…

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FARUK KIRUNDA: NUP’s protest vote is a defeatist scam

The Polyas Election Glossary defines a protest vote as a “vote cast in an election or referendum in order to…

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President Museveni hails parliament for passing the UPDF Amendment bill, says clean politics and peace have transformed Uganda 

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has congratulated members of Parliament for passing the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) Amendment Bill, 2025.…

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President Museveni directs MSC to offer 8 percent annual interest loans to market vendors 

Vendors from Kalerwe and St. Balikuddembe (Owino) markets are set to benefit from low-interest government funding, known as Katale loan.…

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PHILLIP R. ONGADIA: A Protest Vote Is a Vote Against Progress: Why Ugandans Must Reject Divisive Calls and Trust President Museveni

Uganda stands at a critical moment in its history, a moment that demands reflection, wisdom, and decisiveness. As the country…

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“Expose any misuse of PDM funds”- President Museveni tasks Tooro journalists

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni yesterday interacted with journalists from the Tooro subregion at State Lodge-Fort Portal. During the interaction, President…

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Dr. Ayub Mukisa: Karamoja, what is the problem? Poverty at 74.2%, as RIAMIRIAM Civil Society again uncovers more issues

Dear Riamiriam Civil Society Network. Iam writing on behalf of the Karamoja Anti Corruption Coalition (KACC) to express our gratitude…

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US FDA accepts innovative diabetes and weight loss drug application from Uganda’s Dei BioPharma

Kampala, Uganda — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted an application from Uganda’s Dei BioPharma for the…

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SFC Commander hails President Museveni for professionalising UPDF as he hosts officers who participated in CDF Inter-forces drill competition 

The Commander of the Special Forces Command (SFC), Maj Gen. David Mugisha has hailed President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, also the…

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JOSHUA KATO: The risks associated with Tax Non-Compliance in Ugandan businesses

In the vibrant economy of Uganda, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) play a crucial role in driving economic development, fostering…

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President Museveni reaffirms commitment to tackle youth unemployment through skilling 

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, accompanied by the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Maama Janet Kataaha Museveni, has…

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