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Kiplimo Breaks National Record on Marathon Debut with Second-Place Finish in London

Kiplimo Breaks National Record on Marathon Debut with Second-Place Finish in London

Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo made a stunning full marathon debut at the London Marathon today, finishing second behind Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe and setting a new Ugandan national record with a time of 2:03:37.Kiplimo, the world half marathon record holder, ran a patient race, sticking with the

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EC Commences Display of Voters Register Ahead of 2026 Polls

EC Commences Display of Voters Register Ahead of 2026 Polls

As Uganda gears up for the 2025/2026 general elections, the Electoral Commission (EC) has officially commenced the display of the national voters register, a critical step in the country’s electoral process.The exercise, which begins on April, 25 will run until May, 15, 2025, i

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Parents Call for Continuity of Girls' Empowerment Program in Kampala

Parents Call for Continuity of Girls' Empowerment Program in Kampala

Concerned parents in Kampala have called for for the continuation of the Girls Empowering Girls program implemented by TMC as it approaches its scheduled closure in November 2025.While reflecting on the initiative for lifting over 2,300 adolescent girls out of vulnerability and keeping the

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Museveni Calls for Increased Financial Support to Somalia

Museveni Calls for Increased Financial Support to Somalia

President Museveni has reiterated the urgent need for African solidarity and increased financial support to Somalia, as a key pillar for sustainable peace and stability in the Horn of Africa.The President made the remarks while chairing the Extraordinary Summit of Troop-Contribut

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Virgil van Dijk 'at risk' and new Liverpool deal could backfire over two issues, doctor warns

Virgil van Dijk 'at risk' and new Liverpool deal could backfire over two issues, doctor warns

EXCLUSIVE: After hailing 'machine' Mo Salah's new contract extension at Anfield, Dr Gareth Nye has raised the alarm over Virgil van Dijk following suit because of two key differences

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Kigali to Host Aviation Sustainability and Safety Summit

Kigali to Host Aviation Sustainability and Safety Summit

Kigali is set to welcome more than 400 aviation leaders, experts, and innovators from across the globe for the 13th the African Airlines Association (AFRAA) Aviation Stakeholders Convention and the 2nd African Aviation Safety and Operations Summit this May.The 13th AFRAA A

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King Oyo to Tour Inspire Africa Coffee Factory

King Oyo to Tour Inspire Africa Coffee Factory

The Omukama of Tooro, Oyo Nyimba Iguru, is expected in Rwashamire, Ntungamo District, on Thursday for a high-profile visit to the Inspire Africa Coffee factory.The tour, aimed at promoting youth participation in agriculture, particularly the coffee value chain, will be bro

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Minister Amongi Calls for Modernization of Employment Laws to Address Digital Economy

Minister Amongi Calls for Modernization of Employment Laws to Address Digital Economy

The Minister for Gender, Labour and Social Development, Betty Amongi has said it is high time Uganda modernized it s employment laws in a bid to address the digital economy.Speaking during the opening ceremony of the third Annual National Labour Convention and Expo as Mestil Hotel in Kampa

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New Beginning in Old Age: Pope Francis’ Last Reflection Strikes a Chord with Uganda’s Forgotten Elderly

New Beginning in Old Age: Pope Francis’ Last Reflection Strikes a Chord with Uganda’s Forgotten Elderly

In what is now one of his final personal writings before his death, Pope Francis left behind a heartfelt meditation on aging and death that speaks with rare clarity to a global audience — but it may ring with special poignance in Uganda, where the elderly often live out their days in silent iso

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Tobacco Firms Clash Over Proposed Tax Hike on Cigarettes

Tobacco Firms Clash Over Proposed Tax Hike on Cigarettes

The British American Tobacco-Uganda (BAT) has urged Parliament to reconsider the Excise Duty Amendment Bill 2025, which proposes increasing taxes on cigarettes.BAT officials argued that the tax hike would not only reduce their sales but also lead to a decline in government revenue."

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