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Fact-Check: Viral Video Claiming Uganda Is Launching Mandatory Newborn DNA Screening Is False

Fact-Check: Viral Video Claiming Uganda Is Launching Mandatory Newborn DNA Screening Is False

A poster circulating on social media claims that the Ministry of Health is set to roll out a nationwide mandatory newborn screening for paternity DNA, allegedly to be launched on February 9, 2026, with Health Minister Dr Jane Ruth Aceng listed as the chief guest.However, the claim is false

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NUP alleges abduction of party official Harriet Chemutai in Kapchorwa

NUP alleges abduction of party official Harriet Chemutai in Kapchorwa

The National Unity Platform (NUP) has reported the disappearance of its Election Management Committee chairperson, Harriet Chemutai, after what the party describes as a violent nighttime operation at her home in Kapchorwa District on Tuesday.In a message posted on social media, NUP Secreta

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PHOTOS: Kivumbi Appears in Court as Lukwago Leads Heavyweight Legal Team at Butambala

PHOTOS: Kivumbi Appears in Court as Lukwago Leads Heavyweight Legal Team at Butambala

Kivumbi being escorted by prison wardens to Court in Butambala this TuesdayBUTAMBALA, Uganda — Incarcerated Butambala County legislator Muwanga Kivumbi is appearing in court today as the Chief Magistrate’s Court in Butambala convenes for the mention of terrorism charges arising from de

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Aponye Empire crumbles as banks list properties for auction over debt

Aponye Empire crumbles as banks list properties for auction over debt

The business empire of the late tycoon Apollo Nyegamehe, popularly known as Aponye, has been listed for public auction after failure to clear billions in outstanding loans, barely two years after his death.One of the Properties belonging to the late businessman Apollo Nyegamehe (inset) und

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Security Forces Recover Guns, Arrest Suspects in Kaabong Operations

Security Forces Recover Guns, Arrest Suspects in Kaabong Operations

Joint security forces in Kaabong District have recovered two guns and arrested suspects in separate operations, dealing a blow to criminal activity in the area. The first operation, conducted on January 28 in Losera Village, Kamion Sub-county, led to the recovery of an SMG rifle with 15 rounds of

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Police to Arraign 100 in Court over Street Robberies in Kampala

Police to Arraign 100 in Court over Street Robberies in Kampala

The Central Police Station (CPS) in Kampala is expected to produce up to 100 suspects in court over allegations of involvement in street robberies and other criminal activities.The Kampala Metropolitan Police Spokesperson, Rachel Kawala, said the suspects are part of several groups arreste

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Brazilian-Style Breakup: Why West Ham and Lucas Paquetá Parted as Enemies

Brazilian-Style Breakup: Why West Ham and Lucas Paquetá Parted as Enemies

The long-running saga surrounding the Brazilian playmaker’s transfer to Flamengo ended not with warm words, but with a cold, pointed statement from West Ham United. Notably, the club stopped short of thanking Lucas Paquetá himself. Instead, the London side expressed gratitude to staff and supp

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Over 30 school administrators, teachers arrested over early school opening

Over 30 school administrators, teachers arrested over early school opening

Jinja authorities have arrested school administrators and teachers for opening schools and conducting lessons before the official term start date.Jinja Resident District Commissioner Ahmed Kateregga Musaazi, confirmed the report (Photo/File)Jinja, Uganda: Authorities in Jinja Distri

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Finance Secures UGX 2.75 Trillion Financing Deals for Power, Water, and Roads

Finance Secures UGX 2.75 Trillion Financing Deals for Power, Water, and Roads

The Government of Uganda has signed financing agreements worth UGX 2.747 trillion to fund three major infrastructure projects aimed at strengthening power transmission, expanding water and sanitation services, and upgrading a key road corridor. The projects will be financed through externa

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Vehicle Knocks Train as 4 Perish in Separate Accidents in Mayuge, Namutumba Districts

Vehicle Knocks Train as 4 Perish in Separate Accidents in Mayuge, Namutumba Districts

Three people have been reported dead in a fatal accident that happened in Buwolya Town council Mayuge district on Wednesday 28th January 2026 at around 5.40pm.Busoga East Regional Police spokesperson, ASP Michael Kasadha said the accident involved a vehicle Mitsubishi Fuso Reg. No. UAR 142

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