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16 Candidates Vie for Kawempe North Seat as NUP and NRM Battle for Dominance

16 Candidates Vie for Kawempe North Seat as NUP and NRM Battle for Dominance

The political scene in Kawempe North is buzzing as 16 candidates come forward to fill the seat left by the late Muhammad Ssegirinya. With the by-election set for March 13, the competition is heating up, and both major political parties are preparing for a tough

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Uganda confirms new outbreak of Ebola in Kampala

Uganda confirms new outbreak of Ebola in Kampala

The index case sought treatment at Mulago in Kampala, Saidina Abubakar Islamic Hospital in Matugga in Wakiso District, and Mbale Regional Referral Hospital in Mbale City, as well as from a traditional healer (witch doctor).

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M23 Rebels Move to Set Up Civilian Administration in Goma

M23 Rebels Move to Set Up Civilian Administration in Goma

Goma, DRC – The leader of the Alliance Fleuve Congo (AFC) and political head of the M23 rebel movement, Corneille Nangaa, has declared an end to the state of siege in North Kivu and announced plans to establish a civil administration in the coming days.

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"If There Is Any Money in the Budget for Me and the Speaker's Clothing, Remove It" – Thomas Tayebwa

"If There Is Any Money in the Budget for Me and the Speaker's Clothing, Remove It" – Thomas Tayebwa

The Deputy Speaker of Parliament Thomas Tayebwa has asked that no public money be used to buy his clothes after concerns were raised about the 2025/2026 national budget which includes large amounts for meals, bed sheets and shoes for top government officials.

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Ugandans Heartbroken as Besigye Emotionally Narrates What He is Going Through at Luzira Prison

Ugandans Heartbroken as Besigye Emotionally Narrates What He is Going Through at Luzira Prison

Ugandans have been left heartbroken after former Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) leader Dr. Kizza Besigye expressed fears for his life while in Luzira Maximum Prison.Speaking to Parliament’s Human Rights Commi

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NRM’s 39th Celebration Turns Violent As Top Museveni Minister Exchange 'Blows ' With Opponent

NRM’s 39th Celebration Turns Violent As Top Museveni Minister Exchange 'Blows ' With Opponent

What was meant to be a happy celebration of the National Resistance Movement’s (NRM) 39 years in power turned into a scene of chaos in Kabale Municipality on Sunday. The event at Kabale Main Stadium quickly became a heated clash between two key political figur

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Parliament committee names man who has spent 28 years in Luzira Prison without trial

Parliament committee names man who has spent 28 years in Luzira Prison without trial

Kampala, Uganda | THE ULTIMATEPOST| A man identified as Alfred Byamukama has spent 28 years at Luzira prison without appearing before courts for trial. Parliament’s Human Rights Committee has said his long stay on remand has exposed the persistent pr

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USAID FREEZE: U.S. Issues Waiver on Life-Saving Health Services; ‘Diversity’ Programs Remain Frozen

USAID FREEZE: U.S. Issues Waiver on Life-Saving Health Services; ‘Diversity’ Programs Remain Frozen

Kampala: The U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has issued a new emergency humanitarian waiver to the foreign aid freeze, allowing key government-run and USAID-funded health programs to continue.“For purposes o

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Ramaphosa tells Rwanda ‘firing at SA troops is a declaration of war’

Ramaphosa tells Rwanda ‘firing at SA troops is a declaration of war’

Just R20 for the first month. Support independent journalism by subscribing to our digital news package.Image: Luke Dray/Getty ImagesAs South African soldiers lay l

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Kadaga Receives Warning, Told What Will Happen as Among Declares Bid to Oust Her from CEC Position

Kadaga Receives Warning, Told What Will Happen as Among Declares Bid to Oust Her from CEC Position

Rebecca Kadaga, the current NRM 2nd national vice chairperson, faces mounting pressure as political rivals prepare to challenge her position in the upcoming party elections. The development emerged during a rally at Kamuli youth center where President Museveni addressed supporters.According

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