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200,000 jobs in offing as Kapeeka Industrial Park undergoes major transformation

200,000 jobs in offing as Kapeeka Industrial Park undergoes major transformation

The Uganda Investment Authority (UIA) has announced plans to transform Kapeeka Industrial Park, in Nakaseke district, into a one-stop centre and a district industrial hub.Established 20 years ago as Liao Shen Industrial Park, the facility boasts 34 factories of the total 80 target and has

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Amolatar: 16yo S1 student of Kangai SS fatally stabbed by unknown attacker

Amolatar: 16yo S1 student of Kangai SS fatally stabbed by unknown attacker

16-year-old boy and S1 student at Kangai Secondary School in Amolatar district has tragically lost his life.Odon Keneth was fatally stabbed by an unknown assailant in Abedober village, Arwotcek parish, Amolatar district.According to Onyang Sam, the grandfather of the deceased, Odon

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Six Arrested as Police Foil Rising Night Robbery Wave in Rubanda

Six Arrested as Police Foil Rising Night Robbery Wave in Rubanda

Police in Rubanda District have arrested Six Suspects in an intelligence-led disruptive operation targeting suspected criminal gangs operating within Rubanda Town Council.The operation, conducted in the early hours of Sunday, 03/05/2026 between midnight and 05:00am, was led by the District

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Sovereignty Bill undermines responses to refugees' welfare, West Nile leaders say

Sovereignty Bill undermines responses to refugees' welfare, West Nile leaders say

Refugee-hosting communities have raised concerns, warning that the newly proposed Protection Sovereignty Bill could frustrate humanitarian responses to the needs of refugees.Leaders in the area say Uganda's larger sections rely on external support, especially in matters related to the welf

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NDA Orders Enforcement Against Illegal Drug Vending in Passenger Buses

NDA Orders Enforcement Against Illegal Drug Vending in Passenger Buses

The National Drug Authority, a body that regulates the manufacturing and management of drugs in the country has directed its department of compliance to end the vending of drugs in buses plying long routes within the country.This follows concerns from travelers in public means of transport

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URA Enforcement Team Shoots, Injures Man in Suspected Mistaken Identity Case

URA Enforcement Team Shoots, Injures Man in Suspected Mistaken Identity Case

joint police and Uganda Revenue Authority investigation has commenced after an enforcement team opened fire on a vehicle along the Kampala–Jinja highway, injuring a man later found not to be involved in smuggling.The incident occurred on April 26 at around 8:50pm, when a URA enforcement

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Uganda to restrict car spareparts imports as Kiira Motors steps up local production

Uganda to restrict car spareparts imports as Kiira Motors steps up local production

Uganda’s Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation has announced plans to seek restriction of spare parts importation to allow the country's indigenous car making company, Kiira Motors expand its local market share.The ministry says it is set to seek Cabinet approval to restrict the

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Uganda Ordered to Pay Shs522 Bn After Losing London Arbitration Over Rail Concession

Uganda Ordered to Pay Shs522 Bn After Losing London Arbitration Over Rail Concession

Uganda has been ordered to pay about Shs522 billion ($138.93 million) to Rift Valley Railways Uganda Limited (RVRU) after an international arbitration tribunal in London found that the government “wrongfully terminated” a railway concession agreement.The dispute arises from a regional

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Alebtong WMP-elect Dr Lakisa Mercy: Speaker Among is the right one for the 12th Parliament

Alebtong WMP-elect Dr Lakisa Mercy: Speaker Among is the right one for the 12th Parliament

Among them, the 11th Parliament’s Speaker, Annet Anita Among, some lawmakers say, stands out as Uganda’s second female Speaker.“She has led with remarkable strength, resilience, and a deep commitment to unity,” one MP says.Over 300 Members of Parliament from across the count

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LIST: Names of 400 A-level Schools Whose Students Got Government Scholarships Under National Merit Scheme for 2026-2027 Academic Year

LIST: Names of 400 A-level Schools Whose Students Got Government Scholarships Under National Merit Scheme for 2026-2027 Academic Year

First, government offers 4,000 scholarships for students joining the public universities of Makerere, Kyambogo, Mountains of the Moon, Kabale, Mbarara, Gulu, Muni, Soroti, and Lira.The government sponsorship is divided into several categories. The National Merit Scheme (Direct Entry Admiss

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