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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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Kabale–Mparo Road Deterioration Disrupts Transport and Trade

Kabale–Mparo Road Deterioration Disrupts Transport and Trade

Road users along the Kabale–Mparo road in Kabale District have raised serious concerns over the deteriorating condition of the road, saying it is negatively affecting their businesses and the transportation of agricultural produce.The road, which connects Kabale District to Rukiga Distri

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We Demand More Than Press Releases" Pastor Ssempa Raises Alarm Over Fuel Crisis, Questions State Preparedness

We Demand More Than Press Releases" Pastor Ssempa Raises Alarm Over Fuel Crisis, Questions State Preparedness

Pastor Martin Ssempa has written an open letter to the Ministry of Disaster Preparedness and the Office of the Prime Minister, accusing government of failing to prepare for rising global fuel pressures that have pushed up transport and commodity prices across Uganda.In the statement, Ssemp

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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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Fear in the Newsroom: Journalist Kungu Al-Mahadi Adam Warns Uganda’s Sovereignty Bill Could Criminalise Reporting

Fear in the Newsroom: Journalist Kungu Al-Mahadi Adam Warns Uganda’s Sovereignty Bill Could Criminalise Reporting

Concerns are rising within Uganda’s media circles after journalist Kungu Al-Mahadi Adam warned that the proposed Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026 could significantly undermine press freedom, particularly through provisions he says risk criminalising legitimate reporting.Speaking duri

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Bujagali Energy Limited hailed for maintaining operational standards

Bujagali Energy Limited hailed for maintaining operational standards

The Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) has commended Bujagali Energy Limited (BEL) in Buikwe district for upholding high operational standards and growth in the energy sector.ERA Executive Director, Eng Ziria Wako, said operation at the power plant is aligned with the conditions set ou

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In Mbarara, Fuel Is Becoming More Valuable Than Kidney

In Mbarara, Fuel Is Becoming More Valuable Than Kidney

Motorists and boda boda riders in Mbarara are grappling with rising fuel prices and supply shortages, triggering long queues, fears of fare hikes, and wider economic strain as several stations run out of stock.Hundreds of motorists and cyclists on Saturday crowded Shell Ankole in Mbarara C

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POLICE: Kololo routes restricted for Gen. Muhoozi birthday run

POLICE: Kololo routes restricted for Gen. Muhoozi birthday run

The Uganda Police Force says all roads to and from Kololo will be restricted as Chief of Defence Forces Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba joins supporters for his 52nd birthday marathon.The MK@52 Run on Sunday, also known as the Muhoozi marathon, is expected to draw top officials from security agen

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Emergency oil drills conducted as readiness hits 99%

Emergency oil drills conducted as readiness hits 99%

Uganda is edging closer to its first commercial oil production, with sector readiness now at 99 per cent following a high-stakes emergency drill conducted by China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC).The government has set July as the target for first oil, marking the country’s lon

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Teachers stuck in debt trap

Teachers stuck in debt trap

Today’s economic hardship is real, with many Ugandans, especially teachers, feeling the pinch. The burden of debt is palpable, and it is affecting the quality of education. With salaries stretched thin, borrowing has become a survival tool. But the cycle of repayment pressure is taking a toll.

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