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Two years later: Did dead pupil foresee Salama fire?

Two years later: Did dead pupil foresee Salama fire?

Rebecca Namulondo, 9, had a chilling premonition of impending doom. In an emotional revelation, Godfrey Wamunyokoli, a Mathematics and Science teacher at the Salama School of the Blind, 40km east of Kampala in Luga Village, Kisoga Sub-county, Mukono District, shared a chilling detail abo

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Vuni, Kaluusimann and the tales of adventure bikers

Vuni, Kaluusimann and the tales of adventure bikers

Yes, you have seen the big, monstrous BMW 1200cc and 1250cc bikes at a place near you. Talk about adventure bikes and the first person many people will remind you of is Jacob Oulanyah, the late speaker of Parliament, who, in his short time on two wheels, used his face value to promote the bi

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Govt urges NGOs against foreign donor funding

Govt urges NGOs against foreign donor funding

The Ministry of Internal Affairs has warned Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) to desist from taking up foreign donor funds with stringent conditions ahead of the 2026 general elections. According to the ministry, several NGOs ceased operations in Uganda after the heated 2021 election

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Most households in Uganda still use firewood, charcoal for cooking

Most households in Uganda still use firewood, charcoal for cooking

Despite the deliberate effort by the government to increase electricity generation, distribution and extend cooking gas cylinders, most Ugandan households are still using either firewood or charcoal for cooking, a survey by Twaweza, a nongovernmental organization working in East Africa has f

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Raid on Parliament again raises questions about Uganda’s democracy

Raid on Parliament again raises questions about Uganda’s democracy

A section of journalists accredited to cover Parliament were denied access to the premises while those who were allowed access were locked up in the basement of the building. On Wednesday, chaotic scenes similar to those that played out at Parliament before the commencement of the debate

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UPC’s Akena: What have you got from NRM’s 40 years in power?

UPC’s Akena: What have you got from NRM’s 40 years in power?

Uganda People’s Congress (UPC) president Mr Jimmy Akena has said the party’s doors are wide open to receive new members from other political parties who want more political exposure and better political career. Mr Akena was on Saturday speaking at Kibugu trading center in Muramba Su

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Police probe fire inside historic Catholic church in Uganda

Police probe fire inside historic Catholic church in Uganda

Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson Patrick Onyango has revealed that police are investigating a case of attempted arson in the fire that burnt part of Kigungu Mapeera Catholic Sub Parish on Thursday night. “We are submitting samples we took to the forensic laboratory in Naguru [K

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Local contractors say bid qualifications requirements are unnecessarily high

Local contractors say bid qualifications requirements are unnecessarily high

At a glance, The Big We is a book that appears to spread the Ugafuturist-vision. But then you read the subtitle: “A Blueprint for Sustainable Growth of The Local Construction Industry in Uganda.” The author later clarifies that the BIG WE is an acronym for ‘Business Development, In

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World investor week: Reflecting on financial fitness and future planning

World investor week: Reflecting on financial fitness and future planning

The World Investor Week 2024 is an annual week that allows us to reflect on the past year's investments, assess our progress toward future goals, and fine-tune retirement plans. The journey to financial security is not easy and often requires lifestyle adjustments, such as swapping luxu

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UHOA appeals for more funding, apprenticeship programmes as UHTTI graduates 459

UHOA appeals for more funding, apprenticeship programmes as UHTTI graduates 459

The Uganda Hotel Owners’ Association (UHOA) has appealed for more funding and apprenticeship programmes to develop the country’s capacity in the hospitality industry. The call was made by the Chairlady of UHOA, Ms Susan Muhwezi, in a speech read for her by UHOA Executive Director, Ms

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