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Will Opposition politicise coffee during 2026 polls?

Will Opposition politicise coffee during 2026 polls?

President Museveni’s televised address to the nation Thursday night went to great lengths to drill the final nail in the coffin of the Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA).  Formed by an Act of Parliament 1991 that was amended three years later, UCDA stepped into the shoes of th

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Uganda’s Tea Prices Reach $1.02 at Mombasa Auction

Uganda’s Tea Prices Reach $1.02 at Mombasa Auction

Uganda’s tea prices at the Mombasa Tea Auction have been holding steady for the past seven weeks, with the latest sale, Number 45, ending on November 5, 2024, at an average price of $1.02 per kilogram (around sh3,760). This price mirrors that of the past two weeks, indicating stability in the mark

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Bobi Wine Reaches Kamuli Despite Military Roadblocks

Bobi Wine Reaches Kamuli Despite Military Roadblocks

(Kamuli) – Bobi Wine, the leader of the National Unity Platform (NUP), faced multiple obstacles as he attempted to reach Kamuli town, where he planned to open an office and address his supporters. Despite a heavy police and military presence, which blocked main roads and diverted him to a longer r

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NEMA closes Kololo cattle farm over pollution

NEMA closes Kololo cattle farm over pollution

The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has said it closed a private cattle farm in uptown Kololo, following neighbours' complaints about a pungent smell from piles of animal wastes and noise pollution in Kampala. NEMA insists that the zero-grazing farm, which started in 201

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Museveni to Trump: We seek peace and mutually beneficial co-operation

Museveni to Trump: We seek peace and mutually beneficial co-operation

President Museveni Friday joined several African leaders who have congratulated Donald Trump on winning US' November 5 presidential election in which he defeated Vice President and Democratic nominee Kamala Harris. Twice-impeached President Trump emphatically recaptured White House wit

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Who invaded Parliament during coffee Bill debate?

Who invaded Parliament during coffee Bill debate?

The identities of the men and women in civilian clothes who raided Parliament chamber and grabbed some MPs after lights were switched off remain contentious. Six MPs were seized, pushed, and carried off from the floor of Parliament soon after Speaker Annet Among suspended 12 legislators

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Will Kamala Harris be elected the 47th president? Here’s what Black leaders think

Will Kamala Harris be elected the 47th president? Here’s what Black leaders think

Democratic presidential nominee, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris arrives at Dane County Regional Airport on November 1, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)In less than 48 hours, 

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US Election Day: When Will We Know the Winner?

US Election Day: When Will We Know the Winner?

(US) – American voters are set to cast their ballots on November 5 to select their next president, but the results may take longer than usual due to a competitive race. This election features a tight contest between Democrat Kamala Harris, the current vice president, and Republican Donald T

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Shock as University Student Reportedly Dies of Hunger

Shock as University Student Reportedly Dies of Hunger

KAMPALA , Uganda – Hunger among Uganda’s university students has become an urgent crisis, revealing the severe financial challenges facing young people in higher education. Uganda’s universities are currently grappling with a widespread hunger issue among students, with reports indicati

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What API accreditation means for Ugandan firm

What API accreditation means for Ugandan firm

As competition intensifies and the demand for certifications and accreditations in the oil and gas sector grows, it has become essential for both companies and their workforce to obtain these credentials. Certification not only builds industry trust but also enables organisations to compete

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