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Govt probes fuel hoarding as pumps run dry despite ‘sufficient’ stocks

Govt probes fuel hoarding as pumps run dry despite ‘sufficient’ stocks

Government has launched investigations into Oil Marketing Companies suspected of hoarding fuel and charging exorbitant prices, even as officials insist national stocks remain sufficient.The move follows mounting public complaints of dry pumps, rationing, and selective selling at petrol sta

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Uganda’s petrol will last 19 days, government says

Uganda’s petrol will last 19 days, government says

Uganda has 70.5 million litres of petrol, enough to last 19 days, according to a government update released on April 21, 2026.In a press statement, the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development and the Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) said the country also has 43.2 million litres of die

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Winners: President Museveni, Dr Mathias Magoola and 12 Others Honoured as Uganda Health Sector Transformation Champions

Winners: President Museveni, Dr Mathias Magoola and 12 Others Honoured as Uganda Health Sector Transformation Champions

In recognition of notable achievements in Uganda’s health sector under the leadership of H.E. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, President of the Republic of Uganda, Public Opinions has honoured 14 outstanding personalities from both the public and private sectors.These individuals, recognised as t

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Yumbe police officer dies after losing control of motorcycle on the road

Yumbe police officer dies after losing control of motorcycle on the road

Yumbe, Uganda: A 44-year-old Assistant Inspector of Police (AIP) died from head injuries sustained in a fatal crash after he lost control of his motorcycle on Yumbe-Kuru road on Friday evening, police have confirmed.The deceased, AIP Egwuyu Wilfred, attached to Arua City Police Health Cent

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FULL LIST: Govt names best, worst performing local governments

FULL LIST: Govt names best, worst performing local governments

Minister for General Duties Justine Kasule Lumumba presents the 2025 local government performance assessment results during the National Performance Review Conference at Speke Resort Munyonyo. Lumumba noted that overall service delivery improved to 67.23 percent, with water and sanitation emergin

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Food prices rise in Nebbi after vendor evictions

Food prices rise in Nebbi after vendor evictions

Food prices in Nebbi town have risen following the eviction of street vendors by municipal authorities.The vendors had been operating in kiosks and makeshift structures within the town. The move has left many vendors struggling to make ends meet, while consumers, particularly low-income ea

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Fuel Tanker Crashes into River Nile at Karuma Bridge, Police launched search

Fuel Tanker Crashes into River Nile at Karuma Bridge, Police launched search

fuel truck travelling to Gulu lost control at Karuma bridge on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, plunging into the River Nile. The Albertine North Region's marine experts have launched a search & recovery operation for the fuel tanker and victims.Solomon Mugisha, Acting Police PRO for A

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Gov’t urged to reduce digital EPS fines, align speed limits

Gov’t urged to reduce digital EPS fines, align speed limits

A consultative meeting in Arua, featuring motorists, Ministry of Works and Transport and Uganda Police Force, Wednesday.Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Ministry of Works and Transport has said the rollout of the Automated Express Penalty System (EPS) and the Fine Issuance System for errant mot

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Vendors Forced Out, But Not Defeated! Dr Aisha Kasolo Reveals New Survival Plan After KCCA Crackdown

Vendors Forced Out, But Not Defeated! Dr Aisha Kasolo Reveals New Survival Plan After KCCA Crackdown

In the wake of a dramatic citywide eviction, Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has cleared street vendors from Kampala, leaving thousands stranded but not without hope, thanks to a bold message from passionate Women Empowerment Advocate Dr Aisha Ruth Kasolo.The February 2026 operation,

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Uganda gets $540 million funding for cities, municipalities

Uganda gets $540 million funding for cities, municipalities

World Bank officials led by Qimiao Fan World Bank Division Director for Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia, and Uganda met President Museveni and Ministry of Finance officials at Nakasero State Lodge TuesdayKampala, Uganda | URN | Uganda has secured over 2.1 trillion Shillings (USD 540 million ) fundi

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