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Lost Boy Finds Family at Africa Children’s Heart Foundation

A quiet Sunday morning at the Africa Children’s Heart Foundation in Masaka turned into a life changing moment when children…

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NSSF Uganda recognized on continental stage for responsible stewardship 

By Edrisa ssentongo The National social security fund Uganda has been recognized by the Chartered institute of South Africa and…

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Gen. Muhoozi Inspects Hoima City Stadium, Urges High Standards Ahead of AFCON 2027

The Chief of Defence Forces and Senior Presidential Advisor on Special Operations, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, yesterday conducted an inspection tour…

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Intergenerational Leadership in the NRM: Why the NRM will last longer

By Joshua Muzira In the vibrant political landscape of Uganda, where youth bulge meets historical legacy, the National Resistance Movement…

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Katanga trial approaches key ruling as defense exposes procedural breaches and fundamental flaws

KAMPALA, Uganda — The prosecution has concluded its case in the murder trial of prominent businessman Henry Katanga, resting its…

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FARUK KIRUNDA: Only Museveni has Africa’s interests at heart

I have looked at manifestos of the respective parties and contenders in the 2026 general elections but only the National…

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Rwandan opposition leader Frank Ntwali denies terrorism sanctions, citing political pattern

JOHANNESBURG — Frank Ntwali, chairman of the Rwanda National Congress, an organization advocating for democratic reform in Rwanda, strongly denied…

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Dr.Ayub Mukisa: Again to Prof. Oweyegha-Afunaduula: The Presidential Debate Has Finally Answered Your Question on Kyagulanyi

On November 19, 2025, I published an article in Watchdog News in response to sociopolitical critic Professor Oweyegha-Afunaduula, who had…

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WORLD AIDS DAY: “Government is Committed to Support The HIV Financing To Reduce the Donor Dependency”, Minister Babalanda

The Minister for the Presidency, Hon. Babirye Milly Babalanda, has informed Ugandans that the Government of Uganda is committed to…

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Dr. Ayub Mukisa: Is ‘Protecting the Gains’ Undermining Bobi Wine’s Political Agenda?

Some readers may wonder why I am focusing on political commentary during this period, but the reality is simple: Uganda…

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Policy Analyst demand broader stakeholder engagement for effective policy implementation 

Government Policy Analysts have called for increased stakeholder engagement across all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to ensure effective implementation…

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AfCFTA Boss Hails Uganda’s Rising Regional Trade Influence at Uganda Connect International Buyers Week

The Secretary-General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), H.E. Wamkele Mene, has called on Uganda to accelerate value…

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“Ending HIV/AIDs as Public Threat By 2030 is a Shared Responsibility”, Says Minister Babalanda

The Minister for Presidency, Hon. Babirye Milly Babalanda, has urged Ugandans to combine efforts in fighting HIV and AIDS during…

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Buganda Premier Mayiga condemns police brutality on NUP supporters 

The Buganda Kingdom Prime Minister Charles Peter Mayiga has condemned the continued Police Brutality on supporters of opposition candidate supporters…

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FARUK KIRUNDA: Protecting the gains in the communication and media sector

One of the most conspicuous transformational experiences in Uganda since 1986 is in the information and communication sector, where media…

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