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South African rand flat ahead of leading economic indicator, local inflation data

South African rand flat ahead of leading economic indicator, local inflation data

JOHANNESBURG, Dec 17 (Reuters) – The South African rand was flat in early trade on Tuesday, ahead of the release of local central bank data and inflation data that will shed light on the country’s economic outlook.At 0512 GMT, the rand traded at 16.75 against the dollar, little changed

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Uganda Prisons Declare Standby Class One Ahead of 2026 Elections

Uganda Prisons Declare Standby Class One Ahead of 2026 Elections

According to the directive, all prison officers are required to remain fully alert and vigilant at all times, with routine patrols to be conducted both within and around prison facilities and staff barracks to prevent any security breaches.The Uganda Prisons Service has declared a Standby

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Trump administration expands list of countries subject to entry restrictions

Trump administration expands list of countries subject to entry restrictions

U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed a proclamation expanding the list of countries subject to full or partial entry restrictions to cover around 40 countries, effective on Jan. 1, 2026.Trump “signed a Proclamation expanding and strengthening entry restrictions on nationals from

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Bobi Wine promises to shield cultural institutions from politics

Bobi Wine promises to shield cultural institutions from politics

Bobi Wine meets Buganda’s Prime Minister, pledging to protect Uganda’s cultural institutions from political interference and ensure their autonomy if elected president.KAMPALA – National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi, widely known as Bobi Wine, has ple

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Uganda Police Warn of Increased Crime Risk, Stricter Event Rules During Holiday Season

Uganda Police Warn of Increased Crime Risk, Stricter Event Rules During Holiday Season

Police spokesman Assistant Commissioner of Police Kituuma Rusoke confirmed security agencies are on heightened alert, noting that the holiday period coincides with the lead-up to the 2026 general elections.KAMPALA, Uganda — The Uganda Police Force warned the public Monday to anticipate a

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2026 Polls: Museveni Assures Buganda of Free and Fair Elections.

2026 Polls: Museveni Assures Buganda of Free and Fair Elections.

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni yesterday held his first campaign rally in the Buganda region, addressing a massive crowd at Kasambya Town Council in Mubende District.The President who presented the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Manifesto for 2026-2031, reaffirmed that peace remains

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Uganda: Kasese Cotton Farmers Decry Climate Change, Low Prices, Call for Government Intervention

Uganda: Kasese Cotton Farmers Decry Climate Change, Low Prices, Call for Government Intervention

Cotton farmers in Kasese District have raised fresh concerns over climate change and falling market prices, warning that the twin challenges are threatening the survival of one of the region's once most reliable cash crops.Farmers say prolonged dry spells

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Do not post your Christmas travels online – Police warns

Do not post your Christmas travels online – Police warns

The caution comes as security agencies across the country move to a heightened state of alert to ensure peaceful celebrations, especially given the proximity of the period to the 2026 general elections.Police have issued a warning to the public ahead of t

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State House extends life-saving medical services to Kasensero landing site.

State House extends life-saving medical services to Kasensero landing site.

The State House medical team is carrying out a major health outreach at Kasensero Landing Site.Stationed at Muyomba Gardens, Kyotera District, the State House’s health camp is reaching out to hundreds of residents from both the mainland and Kasensero Island. The camp, which started yeste

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Man Utd Ready to Offload Manuel Ugarte in January as Galatasaray Circle

Man Utd Ready to Offload Manuel Ugarte in January as Galatasaray Circle

Manchester United are prepared to sanction Manuel Ugarte’s exit in January as they look to free up funds to bolster the midfield in the New Year.Ugarte joined United from PSG for around £50m last summer as part of a midfield revamp as the club backed Erik ten Hag in the

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