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NIRA Pushes for Higher Birth Registration, says National ID Renewals at 10.5 Million

NIRA Pushes for Higher Birth Registration, says National ID Renewals at 10.5 Million

As the world marks International Identity Day, Uganda’s National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has raised concerns about the slow progress in birth registration and national identity renewals, warning that stagnation could derail efforts to

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Parliament Pressures Govt to Act on Trafficking of Ugandan Girls Abroad

Parliament Pressures Govt to Act on Trafficking of Ugandan Girls Abroad

Parliament has demanded that government urgently explains why Ugandans, particularly young women working abroad, continue to suffer trafficking, torture, and exploitation, with some losing their lives.The debate was sparked on Tuesday when Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa, while opening the H

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Tourism Ministry Calls for Professionalization of Bird-Watching Industry to Boost Uganda’s Global Appeal

Tourism Ministry Calls for Professionalization of Bird-Watching Industry to Boost Uganda’s Global Appeal

The Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife, and Antiquities, Doreen Katusiime, has urged the bird-watching sector to invest in human resource development, structured training, and standardized certification to improve visitor experiences and eliminate unprofessionalism in the in

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Electricity Eludes Ibanda Homes as High Connection Costs Keep Families in the Dark

Electricity Eludes Ibanda Homes as High Connection Costs Keep Families in the Dark

Despite the national power grid passing through several communities in Ibanda District, many households remain without electricity—trapped in darkness by the high cost of connections.This persistent lack of access continues to hamper livelihoods, with children in day-scholar schools part

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Eritrean Artist Nebay Abraha Explores Migration and Belonging in Powerful Solo Exhibition

Eritrean Artist Nebay Abraha Explores Migration and Belonging in Powerful Solo Exhibition

Umoja Art Gallery has unveiled a compelling new solo exhibition by Eritrean-born artist Nebay Abraha, titled “I want to go home.”The showcase, which has attracted international attention, delves into themes of displacement, homesickness, and the emotional resilience of im

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Princess Ruth Komuntale Speaks on Life in Texas Compared to Uganda

Princess Ruth Komuntale Speaks on Life in Texas Compared to Uganda

Princess Ruth Komuntale, also known as Akiiki Batebe Wa Tooro, has opened up about her life in Texas, USA, and how it differs from her life in Uganda.

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UCC ED Hon Nyombi ,CDF Muhoozi Kainerugaba Discuss Security,Communication Means Ahead of 2026 Elections

UCC ED Hon Nyombi ,CDF Muhoozi Kainerugaba Discuss Security,Communication Means Ahead of 2026 Elections

The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) Executive Director, Nyombi Thembo, together with a team of technical staff from the commission, met today with the Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, to discuss enhanced security measures for the country

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Rukiga: Ex-FDC Chairperson Mbareba Joins LCV Race as Independent

Rukiga: Ex-FDC Chairperson Mbareba Joins LCV Race as Independent

Michael Kwarikunda MbareebaRukiga – Former Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) Rukiga District Chairperson, Michael Kwarikunda Mbareba, has officially entered the race for the LCV Chairperson seat as an independent candidate, marking a major shift in the

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NUP Opens Eastern Uganda Stronghold, Courts Kadaga

NUP Opens Eastern Uganda Stronghold, Courts Kadaga

National Unity Platform (NUP) President Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has declared his party’s readiness to welcome First Deputy Prime Minister Rebecca Kadaga into their ranks, following her recent expressions of disillusionment with the ruling National Resistance Mo

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Uganda Secures Financing for Standard Gauge Railway Project

Uganda Secures Financing for Standard Gauge Railway Project

Uganda’s Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) project has officially moved into the implementation stage, underpinned by a robust financing structure designed to ensure timely completion.Perez Wambulu, National Coordinator for the SGR project, confirms that the government has set aside 75 millio

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