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Heavy rains cut off transport, trade in Kaliro as roads deteriorate

Heavy rains cut off transport, trade in Kaliro as roads deteriorate

Transport and business activity in Kaliro District have been severely disrupted after heavy rains rendered several key roads impassable, residents and district officials told Monitor on Thursday.Residents said the already poor road network has further deteriorated during the rainy season,

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For Years, Uganda’s Government Paid University Fees for Students Whose Parents Could Already Afford It — That Is About to Change

For Years, Uganda’s Government Paid University Fees for Students Whose Parents Could Already Afford It — That Is About to Change

If you got into university on government sponsorship through the national merit scheme, the system that put you there is about to be restructured — and not in your favour.The Ministry of Education is proposing a major review of how government university sponsorship slots are distributed,

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‘Come save us’ – Man Utd fans convinced Xavi will be new manager after spotting ‘clue’ in viral snap

‘Come save us’ – Man Utd fans convinced Xavi will be new manager after spotting ‘clue’ in viral snap

MANCHESTER UNITED fans are convinced Xavi will be their new manager after spotting what they believe to be a huge “clue”.Michael Carrick has been in interim charge of the Red Devils since the January sacking of Ruben Amorim.Leeds United v Manchester United - Premier League - Ell

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Over 500 Kalangala fishermen flee to Tanzania as new Lake Victoria rules bite

Over 500 Kalangala fishermen flee to Tanzania as new Lake Victoria rules bite

More than 500 fishermen from Kalangala District have fled to neighbouring Tanzania with their boats following the strict enforcement of new fisheries regulations on Lake Victoria aimed at curbing illegal fishing, authorities said.The measures, rolled out under the national fisheries enforc

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Six Dead, Several Injured in Sembabule–Kampala Highway Crash

Six Dead, Several Injured in Sembabule–Kampala Highway Crash

At least six people have been confirmed dead and several others injured after a taxi travelling from Sembabule to Nakasongola overturned along the Sembabule–Kampala highway in Gomba District, sparking outrage among residents over delayed emergency response services.Fear and grief have en

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Opinion | Uganda Must Stop Wasting Cyber Talent: Why Detective SP Bills Ndyamuhaki Deserves A Bigger National Role

Opinion | Uganda Must Stop Wasting Cyber Talent: Why Detective SP Bills Ndyamuhaki Deserves A Bigger National Role

Great nations are secured not only by guns, uniforms, or intelligence budgets, but by how wisely they identify, nurture, and deploy exceptional talent. In an era where crime has migrated from dark alleys to encrypted phones, hidden servers, and anonymous online accounts, Uganda’s security futur

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Busitema University’s Second-Chance Programme Attracts Regional Attention

Busitema University’s Second-Chance Programme Attracts Regional Attention

Busitema University’s Higher Education Certificate Programme is increasingly gaining regional recognition for giving students who missed direct university entry requirements a second chance to pursue higher education and rebuild their futures.For many students at Busitema University, the

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Janet Museveni calls for more govt scholarships

Janet Museveni calls for more govt scholarships

The government, through the Ministry of Education and Sports, is considering plans to increase access to tertiary and higher learning through the government scholarship programme.According to the ministry spokesperson, Mr Dennis Mugimba, population dynamics have changed, warranting a need

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Adjumani councillors approve shs55.5b for fy2026/2027 amid calls for effective implementation

Adjumani councillors approve shs55.5b for fy2026/2027 amid calls for effective implementation

According to the summary of the financial resource envelope for 2026/2027, the budget is expected to be financed through locally raised revenue, central government transfers, external financing, and other transfers.The summary indicates that locally raised revenue remains at shs2,637,558,0

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Heavy Reliance on Ochero Market Straining Kaberamaido’s Finances, CAO Warns

Heavy Reliance on Ochero Market Straining Kaberamaido’s Finances, CAO Warns

Leaders in Kaberamaido District have raised concerns over poor local revenue collection, warning that overreliance on a single market is hampering service delivery and council operations.Chief Administrative Officer Masokoi Swaliki said the district currently depends heavily on revenue fro

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