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25 Jan '26
An offer made 16 years ago to sell 500 Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) for just $1 is trending online.The world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, Binance, celebrated Bitcoin’s valuation surge by sharing a 2010 Bitcointalk post on X. In the post, a user offered a digital image for 500 BTC, which
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24 Jan '26
NRM’s Ian Kyeyune has been declared Wakiso District LC5 Chairperson after polling 177,710 votes, but NUP’s Najja Nasiif rejected the results and caused chaos at the tally centre.NRM’s Ian Kyeyune casting his vote on Thursday, January 22, for the Wakiso District LC5 Chairperson seat (
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24 Jan '26
Balimwezo with the declaration form at the Kampala Tally Center in NakawaKampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Ronald Balimwezo Nsubuga, the National Unity Platform (NUP) flag bearer, has been declared the new Kampala Lord Mayor after a decisive victory over eight contenders, including long-
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22 Jan '26
A mix of political inclusivity, voter vigilance, improved security and comparisons of past leadership records propelled Gerald Karuhanga back to Parliament as the Member of Parliament for Ntungamo Municipality in the January 15, 2026, general elections.Karuhanga, a former Alliance for Nati
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20 Jan '26
The human rights organisation, Chapter Four Uganda has suspended its operations and closed its offices following an indefinite suspension of its NGO permit by the National Bureau for Non-Governmental Organisations (NGO Bureau).The organisation revealed that the suspension is based on vague
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20 Jan '26
President Museveni campaigned in Lango, urging supporters to protect peace and development gains. Get the details on his NRM party's platform and promises.Presidential candidate Robert Kasibante has petitioned the Supreme Court seeking to nullify the declaration of President Yoweri Kaguta
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10 Jan '26
An internal NRM opinion poll has ranked Rebecca Kadaga as the party’s most effective regional mobiliser for President Museveni, ahead of senior leaders including Anita Among, Robinah Nabbanja and Jessica Alupo.Former Speaker Rt Hon Rebecca Kadaga, alongside current Speaker, Rt Hon Anita
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06 Jan '26
Swangz Avenue audio producer Bangar Boi has opened up about his working relationship with musician Elijah Kitaka, revealing that the singer is the most challenging artist he has worked with.Speaking during a candid sit-down interview, Bangar Boi—who is also a professional architect—sai
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23 Dec '25
A Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) is a unique identifier issued to individuals and businesses for tax purposes. It is a cornerstone of effective tax administration, enabling the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) to monitor taxpayers and enforce compliance.However, the misuse of TINs by s
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23 Dec '25
The accused Luuka District officials arrive at the Iganga Chief Magistrate’s Court to face charges related to fuel theft and selling of government jobs.Luuka, Uganda: Three officials from Luuka District Local Government have been charged before court on multiple counts including conspira