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How new taxes will hit you

How new taxes will hit you

Kakira Sugar and other factories petitioned the High courtFor many Ugandans, taxes rarely feel real when they are first announced in Parliament.They feel distant then. Technical. Wrapped in legal amendments and budget speeches. The impact usually becomes clearer later, at the fuel s

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I’m still in communication with Anita Among’ – Justine Nameere

I’m still in communication with Anita Among’ – Justine Nameere

Justine Nameere says she still exchanges texts regularly with former Speaker Anita Among and credits a years-long friendship for their close relationship.Justine Nameere says she remains in regular contact with former Speaker Anita Among.She says Among recently congratulated her on

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Remains Vigilant" Bobi Wine Warns of “Sophisticated Propaganda Networks” Targeting Opposition Supporters

Remains Vigilant" Bobi Wine Warns of “Sophisticated Propaganda Networks” Targeting Opposition Supporters

Uganda’s opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has renewed warnings over what he describes as coordinated propaganda campaigns aimed at weakening political opposition and sustaining President Yoweri Museveni’s long-standing rule.In a message originally writ

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Besigye accusers to testify in open court

Besigye accusers to testify in open court

L-R: Captain Denis Oola, Dr Kizza Besigye, and Obeid LutaleLast week inside Uganda’s courtrooms, justice unfolded in dramatically different ways.In one courtroom, appellate judges confirmed a prison sentence for a man convicted of rape more than a decade ago, bringing a long and p

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Kigezi Bishop Urges Christians to Emulate Uganda Martyrs, Reject Corruption

Kigezi Bishop Urges Christians to Emulate Uganda Martyrs, Reject Corruption

The Bishop of the Diocese of Kigezi, Rt. Rev. Gaddie Akanjuna, has called on Christians across the country to emulate the faith, courage, and commitment demonstrated by the Uganda Martyrs and to reject corruption and other practices that distance people from God.Bishop Akanjuna made the re

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Fish farming emerges as new weapon against poverty in Kibuku

Fish farming emerges as new weapon against poverty in Kibuku

For decades, crop farming has been the backbone of livelihoods in Kibuku District. Yet unpredictable weather patterns, declining soil fertility, pests and fluctuating market prices have continued to frustrate farmers, leaving many households struggling to escape poverty.Now agricultural ex

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CONFIRMED: Echodu Cleared as Foreign Affairs Minister, Dual Citizenship Critics Silenced

CONFIRMED: Echodu Cleared as Foreign Affairs Minister, Dual Citizenship Critics Silenced

Doubts and speculation surrounding the ministerial appointment of Soroti City West Member of Parliament David Calvin Echodu were decisively put to rest on Tuesday after Parliament’s Appointments Committee vetted and approved him for the position of State Minister for Foreign Affairs.Echo

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BoU limits daily cash withdrawals for individuals to Shs50m

BoU limits daily cash withdrawals for individuals to Shs50m

Twinemanzi Tumubweine, Bank of Uganda Executive Director of National Payment Systems.Overview:The new measures, which take effect on January 1, 2027, are expected to reshape how businesses and consumers move money through the banking system.KAMPALA — The Bank of Uganda (BoU

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Gen. David Muhoozi recalled to UPDF for redeployment

Gen. David Muhoozi recalled to UPDF for redeployment

Former State Minister for Internal Affairs, Gen. David Muhoozi, has been recalled to active military service by the Uganda People’s Defence Force (UPDF) leadership, paving the way for his redeployment within the armed forces following his omission from the recently announced Cabinet reshuffle.

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Police Arrest Three Suspected Members of “BONA BAFU” Gang in Kira Operation

Police Arrest Three Suspected Members of “BONA BAFU” Gang in Kira Operation

Police in Kira Division have arrested three suspects believed to be part of a criminal gang known as “BONA BAFU” during a targeted security operation carried out in Agenda within Kira Municipality.The operation took place on 26 May 2026 at around 7:00 p.m. and was conducted by officers

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