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Counter Terrorism police officers, private security guards remanded over Bank of Uganda break-in

Counter Terrorism police officers, private security guards remanded over Bank of Uganda break-in

Eight people, including Counter Terrorism Police officers and private security guards assigned to guard the Bank of Uganda headquarters, have been remanded by the Buganda Road Chief Magistrates Court over their alleged failure to prevent a break-in and theft at the central bank.The accused

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Miss World contestant Hannah Karema reveals obstacles faced by African queens

Miss World contestant Hannah Karema reveals obstacles faced by African queens

Hannah Karema has opened up about the challenges African beauty queens face at the global level, saying contestants from the continent have slim chances of winning the prestigious Miss World crown.Speaking about her experience representing Uganda at the international competition, Hannah re

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Minister Nankabirwa pressured to drop ‘Doctor’ title

Minister Nankabirwa pressured to drop ‘Doctor’ title

The minister faced queries from members of the public led by activist Nicholas Opiyo who questioned whether her credentials qualify her to use it in professional or public office settings.Nicholas Opiyo accused Energy Minister Ruth Nankabirwa of using the title “Dr” on official docume

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Kasubi Family school gets Shs 2bn uplift

Kasubi Family school gets Shs 2bn uplift

Dr Sikander Lalani signs off on artistic impression of the redevelopment plan of Kasubi Family SchoolKampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), in partnership with Roofings Group, has launched a Shs 2 billion project to redevelop Kasubi Family Primary School into a modern learning facility.

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Researchers flock Kibale Forest National Park over chimpanzee civil war

Researchers flock Kibale Forest National Park over chimpanzee civil war

Deep inside Kibale Forest National Park, a rare and deadly clash among chimpanzees has captured global attention. Researchers have recorded brutal attacks, rising rivalries, and territorial battles within what is considered one of the largest known chimpanzee communities on Earth.Despite t

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Butaleja teen waylaid, killed after attending wedding party

Butaleja teen waylaid, killed after attending wedding party

Police in Butaleja District, Eastern Uganda have arrested one suspect following the murder by assault of a 16-year-old boy after attending a wedding party.Bukedi South Regional Police spokesperson, IP Moses Mugwe, said Ahamada Jarita, a resident of Damba Cell, Namawa Parish, Kachonga Sub-c

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Govt to penalise road contractors over delays

Govt to penalise road contractors over delays

The government has launched a review of contracts awarded to underperforming contractors under the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area Urban Development Programme (GKMA-UDP), citing persistent delays in the implementation of the multi-billion-shilling infrastructure project.The State Ministe

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SGR compensation 10-year delay leaves Tororo families in limbo

SGR compensation 10-year delay leaves Tororo families in limbo

At 4pm in Nyangole A, Tororo Municipality, Ms Binti Ogema is hurriedly collecting firewood to prepare a meal for her extended family.The fireplace appears cold, with wet ash suggesting it has been unused for hours or even days, pointing to long gaps in cooking.Ms Ogema, 55, a widow,

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For Years, Uganda’s Government Paid University Fees for Students Whose Parents Could Already Afford It — That Is About to Change

For Years, Uganda’s Government Paid University Fees for Students Whose Parents Could Already Afford It — That Is About to Change

If you got into university on government sponsorship through the national merit scheme, the system that put you there is about to be restructured — and not in your favour.The Ministry of Education is proposing a major review of how government university sponsorship slots are distributed,

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Sunday’s briefing: Pep Guardiola shows West Ham support ahead of Arsenal match

Sunday’s briefing: Pep Guardiola shows West Ham support ahead of Arsenal match

Pep Guardiola showed support for West Ham, who will attempt to slow down Arsenal’s title charge following Manchester City’s 3-0 win over Brentford on Saturday.Southampton came away from the Riverside Stadium with a 0-0 draw against Middlesbrough following the pre-match ‘spygate’ in

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