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'These Are Just Skirmishes' – Minister Muhoozi Downplays Kawempe Election Violence

'These Are Just Skirmishes' – Minister Muhoozi Downplays Kawempe Election Violence

Lawmakers and civil society groups are now calling for independent investigations and accountability for security forces involved in the violenceThe government has announced that some civilians arrested during the recent violence at a Kawempe by-election campaign

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Govt to Cover Medical Bills of Journalist Injured by Security Forces

Govt to Cover Medical Bills of Journalist Injured by Security Forces

The government has committed to covering the medical bills of journalist Ibrahim Miracle, who was brutally beaten by security forces while covering the Kawempe North by-elections.David Bahati, Minister of State for Industries, updated Parliament on Miracle’s condition, confirming that hi

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UBA inducts over 3200 young professionals under GMAP initiative

UBA inducts over 3200 young professionals under GMAP initiative

Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, continues to make significant impact in birthing the next generation of banking and finance professionals on the continent through its Graduate Management Acceleration Programme (GMAP) which to date has produced over 3,222 young

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MPs impressed by construction progress of UPDF national referral hospital

MPs impressed by construction progress of UPDF national referral hospital

Members of Parliament from the Defence and Internal Affairs Committee have expressed appreciation for the construction progress of UPDF National Referral Hospital, which stands at 93% completion.This was as the committee delegation led by Wilson Kajwengye, MP for Nyabushozi County, embarke

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Drug-rape student 'among most prolific predators'

Drug-rape student 'among most prolific predators'

BBC | A PhD student who has been convicted of drugging and raping 10 women "may turn out to be one of the most prolific sexual predators that we've ever seen in this country", according to the lead detective on the case.Chinese national Zhenhao Zou, 28, attacked two women

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Mumba Kalifungwa Takes Charge at Stanbic Bank Uganda

Mumba Kalifungwa Takes Charge at Stanbic Bank Uganda

Mumba Kalifungwa has officially assumed the role of Chief Executive at Stanbic Bank Uganda, the nation’s largest lender by assets, revenue, and deposits.His appointment was first announced in December of last year.“I am delighted to join Stanbic Bank Uganda. With the suppor

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NDA arrests three for illegal drug vending in Namisindwa

NDA arrests three for illegal drug vending in Namisindwa

The National Drug Authority (NDA) has arrested three suspects for illegally vending human and veterinary medicines in open markets in Bukhaweka and Butilu, Namisindwa District.The suspects Kisubi Jamada, Ali Matovu, and Mutawa Clemensia were found selling classified medicines, including an

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Menstrual Hygiene Concerns Take Center Stage Ahead of 2025 Women’s Day

Menstrual Hygiene Concerns Take Center Stage Ahead of 2025 Women’s Day

As Uganda prepares to mark International Women’s Day 2025, activists led by Femme Forte Uganda have raised alarm over the persistent menstrual hygiene crisis affecting millions of girls.They warn that inadequate access to sanitary products and clean water continues to hinder girls’ edu

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Dramatic Scenes at Wandegeya Police Station as Police Officers Attack Journalist Steven Mbidde

Dramatic Scenes at Wandegeya Police Station as Police Officers Attack Journalist Steven Mbidde

Tension erupted at Wandegeya Police Station earlier this morning when uniformed officers were caught on camera attacking journalist Steven Mbidde as he attempted to interview National Unity Platform (NUP) Secretary General David Lewis Rubongoya.

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Mulago Doctor Remanded in High-Profile Medical Forgery Case

Mulago Doctor Remanded in High-Profile Medical Forgery Case

A doctor from Mulago National Referral Hospital, Dr. Hassan Ssegujja, has been remanded to Luzira Prison over allegations of forging medical documents.He appeared before Buganda Road Court on Monday, where prosecu

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