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Uganda’s digital transformation must prioritise human rights, experts warn

Uganda’s digital transformation must prioritise human rights, experts warn

Civil society stakeholders have called for stronger human rights safeguards in Uganda’s digital transformation journey, warning of potential exclusion and privacy risks.Speaking at a multi-stakeholder dialogue in Kampala organised by Initiative for Social and Economic Rights (ISER), Eliz

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Fact-Check: UPDF Dismisses Viral Claim on JATT, Kawempe North By-Election

Fact-Check: UPDF Dismisses Viral Claim on JATT, Kawempe North By-Election

Claim: A widely circulated statement attributed to UPDF spokesperson Brig. Gen. Felix Kulayigye claims that the UPDF does not know the Joint Anti-Terrorism Taskforce (JATT), only hears about them in the media, and that their focus is on the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) in Eastern Congo, not the

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Lesotho shocked by Trump's remarks that 'nobody has heard of the country'

Lesotho shocked by Trump's remarks that 'nobody has heard of the country'

Trump, addressing the US Congress in his first speech since his return to the Oval Office, made the reference as he listed cuts made to what he said was wasteful expenditure.BBC | Lesotho's government says it is shocked by US President Donald Trump saying that "n

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I Can't Kneel To Propose To A Woman, It’s Against African Tradition & Stupidity - Frank Gashumba

I Can't Kneel To Propose To A Woman, It’s Against African Tradition & Stupidity - Frank Gashumba

Frank Gashumba, a well-known Ugandan social analyst, recently sparked a heated debate with his views on marriage proposals.Speaking on Radio 4’s “Entugga” program on March 3, 2025, Gashumba made it clear tha

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Joanita Zachariassen Dismisses Rift Rumors with Sheebah Karungi

Joanita Zachariassen Dismisses Rift Rumors with Sheebah Karungi

Singer Joanita Zachariassen, who relocated to Uganda from Denmark, has addressed speculation regarding a fallout with Sheebah Karungi following their 2021 collaboration, “You Lied”For some time, rumors have circulated that the two artists had a disagreement, allegedly due to Sheebah’

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"Ugandans Have Finally Woken Up" – Emmanuel Dombo Says Bobi Wine & His NUP Has Been Lying All Along

"Ugandans Have Finally Woken Up" – Emmanuel Dombo Says Bobi Wine & His NUP Has Been Lying All Along

The Director of Communications for the National Resistance Movement (NRM), Emmanuel Dombo, has made bold claims against the National Unity Platform (NUP), accusing them of misleading Ugandans for years.Speaking du

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"You Karagwa, Stop Worrying About My Son" – Museveni Clashes with Byanyima in Fiery Ankole Meeting

"You Karagwa, Stop Worrying About My Son" – Museveni Clashes with Byanyima in Fiery Ankole Meeting

President Yoweri Museveni recently visited the Ankole region, where he spoke about economic growth and industrialization.However, a past conversation between him and Winnie Byanyima, the wife of opposition leader

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High Court Dismisses Eron Kiiza’s Application for Release

High Court Dismisses Eron Kiiza’s Application for Release

The High Court in Kampala has dismissed an application by jailed lawyer Eron Kiiza, who sought to be released following a Supreme Court ruling that barred the trial of civilians in military courts. Kiiza, a known associate of opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye, had argued that his continued dete

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Kisekka Market Leaders Dismiss Takeover Fears Amid Rumors

Kisekka Market Leaders Dismiss Takeover Fears Amid Rumors

The renovation of Kisekka Market yard, aimed at accommodating traders who previously worked along the roadside—including mechanics, food vendors, and small-scale business owners—has sparked anxiety among some vendors.Traders at Kisekka Market have voiced conc

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U.S.A.I.D. Workers Brace for the Worst

U.S.A.I.D. Workers Brace for the Worst

The thousands of people who work for the U.S. government’s main agency for humanitarian aid and disaster relief have been on the front lines of efforts to fight famine, contain virulent infectious diseases like H.I.V. and Ebola, and rebuild infrastructure in i

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