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‘State House agent’ arrested in Kisoro by-election campaigns

‘State House agent’ arrested in Kisoro by-election campaigns

A 30-year-old man from Kasese District claiming to be a State House agent has been arrested in Kisoro District where he was found campaigning for an Independent candidate for the district woman Member of Parliament ahead of the November 14 by-election.Bridge Murokole Agaba was arrested follo

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Kiira Motors intends to be vehicle titan by 2030

Kiira Motors intends to be vehicle titan by 2030

“It was amazing seating close to the Kyabazinga, and, as the driver, it was a memorable experience I will cherish forever,” recounts Richard Madanda about his experience of driving the Kyabazinga, His Majesty William Wilberforce Gabula Nadiope IV, on the day he exchanged nuptials with Jo

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Nakawa East: Who will be Balimwezo’s rival?

Nakawa East: Who will be Balimwezo’s rival?

When the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) government gerrymanders constituencies, the official explanation given is that such a move is intended to bring services closer to the people and ensure fair distribution of resources among Ugandans.  The same explanation was given wh

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Turkey: Farmer’s tale from hobby to thriving business

Turkey: Farmer’s tale from hobby to thriving business

Dr Gerald Akankwasa, a general physician at Mulago Hospital, started his backyard flock in Jokolera, Kasangati Town Council, Wakiso District, with just three turkeys in early 2023. Barely two years later, he now has more than 170 birds of different ages. And with his determination and in

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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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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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West Nile Education Fund starts fundraising

West Nile Education Fund starts fundraising

The West Nile Education Trust Fund has launched a fundraising driving to raise Shs.1 billion for a scholarship fund for training science teachers and sponsor needy students. Speaking at the launch of the drive on Saturday, Dr Charles Draecabo the chairman of the West Nile Education Trust

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Uganda shilling strengthens against dollar - BoU

Uganda shilling strengthens against dollar - BoU

Bank of Uganda has said in its monetary policy report of October 2024, which it released on Monday that in the three months to September 2024, the shilling appreciated by 1.9 percent, which indicates that Uganda’s domestic financial market has continued to remain stable. The appreciati

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I asked Museveni to back off our coffee - Kivumbi

I asked Museveni to back off our coffee - Kivumbi

Butambala Member of Parliament Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi has said he resisted intimidation by President Museveni during their phone call last Thursday over the controversial National Coffee (Amendment) Bill, 2024. Mr Kivumbi, who is also the chairperson of the Buganda Parliamentary Caucus

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How 10 family members died in fight over religion

How 10 family members died in fight over religion

Police have linked the killing of 10 people from one family in Mizizi A Village, Kyaterekera sub-county in Kagadi District to disagreements over a religious outfit. Maj Billal Katamba, the public information officer for the UPDF Mountain Division and Operation Shujaa, said preliminary in

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