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Trade Order Chaos: Vendors’ livelihoods hang in the balance

Trade Order Chaos: Vendors’ livelihoods hang in the balance

After months of tense evictions and confiscated merchandise, the Ministry of Local Government has promised a reset. Permanent Secretary Ben Kumumanya told traders’ leaders on Wednesday that government will secure “enough alternative trading spaces” and that enforcement of the nationwide Tra

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Gunmen shoot Boda Boda Rider dead in Terego

Gunmen shoot Boda Boda Rider dead in Terego

The victim, Yamindu Bill, a resident of Ora Village in Olua Parish, Katrini Sub-county, was shot dead near Katrini Secondary School on Tuesday morning at around 10:00am. The incident was reported to police shortly after at 10:30am.According to West Nile Regional Police Spokesperson SSP Jos

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Kabale–Mparo Road Deterioration Disrupts Transport and Trade

Kabale–Mparo Road Deterioration Disrupts Transport and Trade

Road users along the Kabale–Mparo road in Kabale District have raised serious concerns over the deteriorating condition of the road, saying it is negatively affecting their businesses and the transportation of agricultural produce.The road, which connects Kabale District to Rukiga Distri

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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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Boda Boda Rider Found Dead in River After Suspected Night Accident in Kanungu

Boda Boda Rider Found Dead in River After Suspected Night Accident in Kanungu

Police in Kanungu District are investigating the death of a boda boda rider whose body was recovered from Kiruruma River after a suspected night accident, with concerns raised over a collapsed bridge that had not yet been repaired.Police in Kanungu District are investigating the death of a

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In Mbarara, Fuel Is Becoming More Valuable Than Kidney

In Mbarara, Fuel Is Becoming More Valuable Than Kidney

Motorists and boda boda riders in Mbarara are grappling with rising fuel prices and supply shortages, triggering long queues, fears of fare hikes, and wider economic strain as several stations run out of stock.Hundreds of motorists and cyclists on Saturday crowded Shell Ankole in Mbarara C

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Teachers stuck in debt trap

Teachers stuck in debt trap

Today’s economic hardship is real, with many Ugandans, especially teachers, feeling the pinch. The burden of debt is palpable, and it is affecting the quality of education. With salaries stretched thin, borrowing has become a survival tool. But the cycle of repayment pressure is taking a toll.

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MBALE CITY: Boda Boda Rider Crashes Into Truck’s Rear Tyres, Killing Passenger on Spot

MBALE CITY: Boda Boda Rider Crashes Into Truck’s Rear Tyres, Killing Passenger on Spot

A fatal accident occurred on April 23, 2026, at around 10:05 pm near IUIU taxi stage, along the Mbale-Kumi Road in Mbale City claiming the life of one person.According to SP Rogers Taitika, the Elgon Region Police Spokesperson, the accident occurred when a Boda Boda rider carrying two male

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Weasel Manizo Summoned by Police Over Alleged Stabbing Incident

Weasel Manizo Summoned by Police Over Alleged Stabbing Incident

Singer Weasel Manizo is the center of controversy after one Sammy Amanya accused him of stabbing him and driving him to the hospital.Sammy, who was in his hospital bed, narrated to Sanyuka TV viewers, revealing that the incident happened on 19th January, when he went to Weasel’s home to

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Nebbi produce dealers left in tatters out as fuel crisis bites

Nebbi produce dealers left in tatters out as fuel crisis bites

Produce dealers in Nebbi are counting losses as rising fuel prices have forced them to hike the cost of food.Since rising fuel prices have a significant impact on food prices, customers are being forced to move long distances in search for cheaper prices.Some of the traders who ar

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