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14 May '25
The Bank of Uganda (BoU) has maintained the Central Bank Rate (CBR) at 9.75% signalling a cautious “wait and see” approach in response to growing global economic uncertainty most notably the unresolved US-China trade tensions.The decision comes despite Uganda’s relatively strong econ
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12 May '25
A YY Coach bus belonging to the popular YY Bus Company was involved in a serious accident earlier today just a few kilometers past Karuma Junction in U
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10 May '25
China Railway 5 Engineering Group has signed a Shs 35 billion contract with the Mukono District Local Government to construct a 7.8-kilometre road connecting Ntenjeru to Bule landing site in Mukono District.The road, which links the sub-counties of Ntenjeru and Mpata, has been in poor cond
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09 May '25
The Chief Coordinator of Operation Wealth Creation (OWC), Gen Salim Saleh, has called for unity among the leadership of boda boda riders in various parts of the country.Gen Saleh says unity among the leaders will help them in ensuring that the newly estab
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09 May '25
As excitement builds for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, the U.S. government has issued a clear message to incoming fans: you’re welcome, but don’t overstay your visa.Members of President Donald Trum
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08 May '25
The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) has officially kicked off its internal electoral process for the 2026 presidential elections, with two prominent party members receiving nominations to contest for the coveted flag bearer position.The Electoral Commission, led by Chairperson Toterebuka
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05 May '25
The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has urged the Chief of Defence Forces, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, to hand over opposition figure Edward Ssebuufu—widely known as Eddie Mutwe—to the Police and allow lawful prosecution, rather than detaining him incommunicado under military cus
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30 Apr '25
State inquiry launched into fraudulent mining deal that duped Dutch investor, exposed systemic abuse in Uganda’s extractive sectorKotido, Uganda – A significant financial scandal involving an alleged UGX 2 billion gold fraud ha
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28 Apr '25
Grassroots democracy is alive and vibrant in Tororo District as village chairperson elections kick off, drawing large crowds and spirited contenders.However, political analysts are raising red flags over the heavy spending that is characterising the campaigns, warning that it could erode t
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27 Apr '25
Sheikh Umar Ibrahim Gugumiza has been officially sworn in as the new Kadhi of Kayunga Muslim District during a ceremony held at the District Main Mosque.The oath of office was administered by Haj Yunus Kamya, the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) Electoral Commission Regional Commission