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Collapsed Mbale building exposes gaps in construction oversight

Collapsed Mbale building exposes gaps in construction oversight

The collapse of a four-storey building in Mbale city that killed one person and injured several others has exposed deep cracks in construction oversight, with engineers, leaders, and residents raising concerns over widespread non-compliance with building standards.Across Mbale’s suburbs,

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7,000 Nakasongola households yet to vacate Lake Kyoga buffer zone

7,000 Nakasongola households yet to vacate Lake Kyoga buffer zone

More than 7,000 households in Nakasongola District remain within the newly demarcated Lake Kyoga buffer zone, two years after the government issued a six-month eviction notice, raising concerns over displacement without compensation or relocation plans.In June 2024, authorities directed al

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Kabaka’s illness a defining challenge of my 13-year leadership, says Mayiga

Kabaka’s illness a defining challenge of my 13-year leadership, says Mayiga

As he marked 13 years in office, Buganda Kingdom Prime Minister (Katikkiro) Charles Peter Mayiga used the milestone to reflect on a tenure shaped by institutional reform, accountability, and difficult moments, including the Kabaka’s illness and resistance to the kingdom’s flagship Etofali cam

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Government Gives Car Dealers Two Weeks to Vacate Nakawa–Banda–Kireka Road Reserve

Government Gives Car Dealers Two Weeks to Vacate Nakawa–Banda–Kireka Road Reserve

The Ministry of Works and Transport has issued a two-week deadline to car bond operators and vehicle dealers operating along the Nakawa–Banda–Kireka corridor to vacate the road reserve.The directive was announced during a meeting held this morning involving officials from the Ministry,

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NIRA Shifts Operations from Kololo to Kitante School Temporarily Ahead of Museveni Swearing-in Ceremony

NIRA Shifts Operations from Kololo to Kitante School Temporarily Ahead of Museveni Swearing-in Ceremony

The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has announced the temporary relocation of its service operations from Kololo Ceremonial Grounds to Kitante Primary School, effective from Wednesday, May 6 to Tuesday, May 12, 2026.The relocation is intended to ensure the smooth

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MP Shamim Malende back in Uganda ahead of swearing in

MP Shamim Malende back in Uganda ahead of swearing in

Opposition MP Shamim Malende has returned to Uganda ahead of swearing-in ceremonies, reigniting debate over her health struggles and long absence from Parliament.Kampala Woman Member of Parliament Shamim Malende has returned to Uganda ahead of next week’s parliamentary swearing-in ceremo

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Ugandan, Nigerian Associates Arrested in Kampala Drug and Fraud Network Bust

Ugandan, Nigerian Associates Arrested in Kampala Drug and Fraud Network Bust

KAMPALA, May 5, 2026 — Ugandan security agencies have arrested a Ugandan national and several Nigerian associates following an intelligence-led operation that uncovered a suspected international drug trafficking and document fraud network operating from Kampala, the Ministry of Internal Affairs

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Govt Moves to License Starlink to Cut Internet Costs

Govt Moves to License Starlink to Cut Internet Costs

Government is edging closer to granting an operating licence to Starlink, the satellite broadband venture backed by Elon Musk, as part of efforts to widen internet access and ease connectivity costs.ICT and National Guidance minister Chris Baryomunsi said discussions with the company are a

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Uganda’s ICC Engagement Carries Rising Strategic Risks

Uganda’s ICC Engagement Carries Rising Strategic Risks

Uganda is deepening its involvement in the International Criminal Court through judicial nominations and representation, but shifting global power dynamics, US opposition, and strained alliances raise questions about whether the country’s participation serves its long-term political and economi

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UPDATE: Developing Stories You Shouldn’t Miss Today

UPDATE: Developing Stories You Shouldn’t Miss Today

It’s the 5th of May 2026, just 7 days to the inauguration of president Museveni’s 7th term, he’s extending his grip to power to 45 years having grabbed it in 1986 with promises and slamming of leaders who overstay in power as Uganda’s and Africa’s biggest problem.The president ye

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