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Museveni at 81: Uganda’s 40-year political paradox

Museveni at 81: Uganda’s 40-year political paradox

When Yoweri Kaguta Museveni first emerged from the bush in January 1986, Uganda was exhausted by coups, economic collapse and years of violent political instability.At 41, he looked nothing like the ageing strongmen who dominated African politics at the time. He spoke the language of “fu

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Late MP Hellen Nakimuli’s family Fronts Sister for By Election Succession Battle

Late MP Hellen Nakimuli’s family Fronts Sister for By Election Succession Battle

The family of the late Kalangala District Woman Member of Parliament, Hellen Nakimuli, has endorsed her sister Irene Nampala to contest for the vacant parliamentary seat ahead of the upcoming by election.Nakimuli passed away last month at Alexandria Specialized Hospital along Yusuf Lule Ro

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Parliament: MPs’ walkout over peace bill was premature and misguided

Parliament: MPs’ walkout over peace bill was premature and misguided

The spokesperson of Parliament, Oliver Mori Benjamin, has described the walkout by some MPs during Monday’s sitting as premature, saying it happened before the proper stage for debate on the peace deal amendment bill.On Monday, legislators representing the Sudan People’s Liberation Mov

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AU commends Museveni for promoting peace

AU commends Museveni for promoting peace

The African Union (AU) chairperson and President of Burundi Évariste Ndayishimiye, on behalf of the visiting presidents has saluted the people of Uganda for re-electing President Museveni, a move he describes as a powerful affirmation of honouring peace, stability and institutional continuity th

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Sarah Kityo Sworn-In as Masaka District Woman MP as Parliament Continues Gazetted Swearing-In Sessions

Sarah Kityo Sworn-In as Masaka District Woman MP as Parliament Continues Gazetted Swearing-In Sessions

KAMPALA — Parliament of Uganda on Wednesday officially commenced the gazetted swearing-in exercise for newly elected Members of Parliament, a process expected to run through Thursday and Friday as legislators from across the country take oath ahead of the 12th Parliament.Among those swor

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Two fishermen drown after boat capsizes on Lake Kyoga

Two fishermen drown after boat capsizes on Lake Kyoga

Buyende, Uganda: Tragedy struck Lake Kyoga on Tuesday evening after two fishermen drowned when a boat capsized during heavy rainfall and strong winds in Buyende District.The deceased have been identified as Osina Simon alias Ali, 22, and Kirya Peter alias Hamuza, 20, a Mululi by tribe.

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Drama Unfolds Inside City Restaurant When Lavish Proposal Turns Sour as Alleged Husband Storms In

Drama Unfolds Inside City Restaurant When Lavish Proposal Turns Sour as Alleged Husband Storms In

Nairobi, Kenya – What was meant to be a cinematic love moment inside a popular Pizza Inn outlet turned into an unexpected public spectacle, leaving diners stunned and social media buzzing.Jerome, a Kenyan man who had reportedly dated his partner Milka for five years, had planned a grand

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Al Nassr’s title hopes suffer setback after late drama against Al Hilal

Al Nassr’s title hopes suffer setback after late drama against Al Hilal

Al Nassr missed the chance to secure the Saudi Pro League title after a heartbreaking late equaliser against rivals Al Hilal in a dramatic Riyadh derby.Cristiano Ronaldo’s side were just seconds away from a crucial victory before a costly mistake involving goalkeeper Bento and defender I

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Mbarara Residents Celebrate Museveni’s Seventh Term, Demand Better Health Services and Jobs

Mbarara Residents Celebrate Museveni’s Seventh Term, Demand Better Health Services and Jobs

NRM supporters in Mbarara marked President Museveni’s swearing-in with colourful processions while urging government to prioritise healthcare, industrialisation, and youth economic empowerment during the new term.As President Yoweri Tibuhaburwa Kaguta Museveni officially took oath for hi

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Iran seizes assets of 'Asian Maradona' after former Bayern Munich star was branded a 'traitor' to his country for 'supporting the enemy'

Iran seizes assets of 'Asian Maradona' after former Bayern Munich star was branded a 'traitor' to his country for 'supporting the enemy'

Former Bayern Munich and Iran star Ali Karimi has reportedly had his assets seized by the Islamic Republic after apparent criticism of the regime in the country.Karimi, nicknamed the 'Asian Maradona' after Argentina legend Diego, played for Bayern Munich between 2005 and 2007, while he als

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