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Ex-Minister Elioda accused of paying off EC, voters in desperate bid to buy unopposed victory

SHEEMA, Uganda — Former Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation Dr. Elioda Tumwesigye is facing severe allegations that he has…

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FARUK KIRUNDA: President Museveni’s claim on Indian Ocean is lawful and friendly

Quick research I did on “why it is called “Indian Ocean” brought the following entries- Ai Overview: “The Indian Ocean…

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Dr. Ayub Mukisa: A Response to Prof. Oweyegha-Afunaduula: Why BOBI WINE Falls Short of a 21st-Century Idea for Uganda

In an article published on November 17, 2025, in the Daily Express Uganda, Professor Oweyegha-Afunaduula posed a critical question: “Is…

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KCB Bank Achieves Elite International Security Certification, Bolstering Customer Trust

KCB Bank Uganda Limited today announced a major achievement, securing the highly sought-after ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification. This globally recognised standard…

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Kawempe RCC visits Mulago Hospital as he intensifies monitoring in the division

The Deputy Resident City Commissioner (D/RCC) for Kawempe Division, Mr. Kagenyi Lukka has today conducted a monitoring visit to Mulago…

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BASEMERA NESTOR (PhD): How Low-Income Women in Kampala Navigate Restricted Urban Spaces to Make a Living

This article explores how low-income women micro-entrepreneurs in Kampala city navigate, strategize and adapt in a restrictive urban environment to…

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At 35, Stanbic Bank Uganda Looks Ahead In New Brand Campaign “Keep Growing”

Monday November 17, 2025 KAMPALA, Uganda — As Stanbic Bank prepares to mark 35 years of serving Uganda, the lender…

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WADADA ROGERS: Stop encouraging politics of being “unopposed”, it is a timing bomb for Uganda

Last month the Uganda Electoral Commission (EC) concluded the nomination of candidate intending to contest in the 2026 general elections.…

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Dr. Ayub Mukisa: What Really Drives President Museveni’s Massive Crowds: Experience or Development?

What stands out in this year’s presidential campaigns is the sheer size of the crowds President Yoweri Museveni continues to…

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KAGENYI LUKKA: Here is why Museveni is the best leader of contemporary modern world

When he was asked what he likes about President Yoweri Museveni, the former Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) party president,…

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OP-ED: Where Power Defines Liberty: The Besigye Case

By Wilfred Arinda Nshekantebirwe For twelve uninterrupted months, veteran opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye and his aide, Hajj Obeid Lutale,…

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POATE 2026: UTB Vows to Sell Experiences, Culture, and Cuisine — Not Just Showcase

Uganda Tourism Board on Friday launched the 10th edition of the Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo (POATE) 2026, unveiling a…

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DENIS JJUUKO: UNEB should streamline payment of examination fees

Candidates in the fourth year of their secondary education are currently sitting this year’s Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) or…

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NSSF ignites “protect your future” campaign to recover savings 

By Edrisa ssentongo The National social security fund has ignited the whistleblower campaign dubbed protect your future aimed at enabling…

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Dr. Ayub Mukisa: Minister Babalanda, 95% Sounds Good, But 75% Is Better for President Museveni — Leave the Rest for Others

In an article published by Najib Mulema in Watchdog on November 7, 2025, titled “2026 Elections: Minister Babalanda implores Acholi…

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