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Ntungamo Traders Relieved as Government Halts Demolition of Illegal Structures

Ntungamo Traders Relieved as Government Halts Demolition of Illegal Structures

Traders across several town councils in Ntungamo District have expressed relief after government halted the demolition of temporary and unapproved structures, bringing a pause to an enforcement exercise that had already caused extensive damage in some areas.In Ntungamo Municipality and par

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Sugarcane farmers decry market crisis as factory plan stalls over license

Sugarcane farmers decry market crisis as factory plan stalls over license

Sugarcane farmers and leaders across Kagadi, Kibaale, and Kakumiro districts in Greater Kibaale, Bunyoro sub-region, are increasingly frustrated as continued delays in licensing a proposed sugar factory threaten their livelihoods.Many are reporting heavy losses due to limited market access

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Housing Finance Bank’s net profit up 20% to Shs 85.4 billion

Housing Finance Bank’s net profit up 20% to Shs 85.4 billion

Housing Finance Bank posted a net profit of Shs 85.4 billion for the year ended December 31, 2025, marking a 20 per cent increase from Shs 71.1 billion recorded in 2024, as the lender reported strong growth across key financial indicators.The bank’s total assets rose by 15 per cent to Sh

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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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Kiplimo settles for bronze as Kenya’s Sawe makes marathon record

Kiplimo settles for bronze as Kenya’s Sawe makes marathon record

Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo settled for third place at the 2026 London Marathon, finishing behind winner Sebastian Sawe (Kenya) and Yomif Kejelcha(Ethiopia).In an extremely competitive race, Kiplimo clocked 2:00:28 but could only settle for bronze.He therefore set his marathon personal

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Public Ignorance on National Sovereignty Bill Sparks Alarm as Parliamentary Debate Intensifies

Public Ignorance on National Sovereignty Bill Sparks Alarm as Parliamentary Debate Intensifies

KAMPALA — As debate surrounding Uganda’s proposed National Sovereignty Bill gains momentum, fresh concerns are emerging over the low level of public awareness, with critics warning that many citizens remain dangerously disconnected from a process that could directly reshape their lives.

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I’m being forced to testify against colleagues - Fred Nyanzi speaks out

I’m being forced to testify against colleagues - Fred Nyanzi speaks out

Nyanzi, in a statement on Saturday morning, denied ever recording any statement with state authorities regarding the matter and accused the prosecution of trying to use him to harass fellow party members.National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Fred Nyanzi Ssentamu, also known as Chairman Nyan

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High Court Clarifies: Fraud Allegations in Public Contract Disputes Must Be Heard—Even Late

High Court Clarifies: Fraud Allegations in Public Contract Disputes Must Be Heard—Even Late

Allen Kagina, former Executive Director of the now-defunct Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA), and Gen. Katumba Wamala, Minister of Works and Transport, are central figures in Uganda’s road infrastructure sector, now under renewed scrutiny following a High Court ruling on procurement integr

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Spice Diana demands payment on stage, confiscates venue equipment

Spice Diana demands payment on stage, confiscates venue equipment

Singer Spice Diana, born Hajjara Namukwaya, found herself at the center of controversy after demanding her performance balance while still on stage during an event in Bukomansimbi District.The “Siri Regular” hitmaker paused her performance to call out both the venue manager and the eve

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Inside Centenary Bank’s Executive Reset: Why the Board Brought in Michael Opira as the Second Executive Director

Inside Centenary Bank’s Executive Reset: Why the Board Brought in Michael Opira as the Second Executive Director

Centenary Bank’s top leadership (L–R): Chairman Gustavo Bwoch, Managing Director Fabian Kasi, Executive Director, Business Joseph Balikuddembe, and Executive Director, Operations Michael Opira. The bank is resetting its executive leadership through a dual-Executive Director structure aimed at

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