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NIRA Pushes for Higher Birth Registration, says National ID Renewals at 10.5 Million

NIRA Pushes for Higher Birth Registration, says National ID Renewals at 10.5 Million

As the world marks International Identity Day, Uganda’s National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has raised concerns about the slow progress in birth registration and national identity renewals, warning that stagnation could derail efforts to

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Namisindwa Youths Blocked From NRM Kololo Conference

Namisindwa Youths Blocked From NRM Kololo Conference

For 14 youths from Namisindwa, the trip to Kampala was meant to culminate in a historic moment—casting their vote at the National Resistance Movement (NRM) youth delegates’ conference at Kololo. Instead, it ended in disappointment.The group claims they were denied delegate cards—the

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27 arrested as Police halt six-month robbery rampage

27 arrested as Police halt six-month robbery rampage

A crime spree that saw a sophisticated gang steal over Shs600 million and commit multiple robberies is finally over as police make 27 arrests.27 suspects are arrested as Ugandan police dismantle a highly organized armed gang responsible for a six-month

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NIRA Blocks Age Alteration Attempt by National Female Youth MP Aspirant Nakku Fiona

NIRA Blocks Age Alteration Attempt by National Female Youth MP Aspirant Nakku Fiona

The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has refused a request by Nakku Fiona, a National Female Youth MP aspirant, to alter her date of birth on her national identity card — a move interpreted as an attempt to meet the constitutional age

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First Daughter Diana denies dating UPDF officer

First Daughter Diana denies dating UPDF officer

The President’s last-born took to social media on Thursday to dismiss media reports that she was currently seeing a senior officer of the army. 

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NIRA Unveils Campaign to Foster National Identity

NIRA Unveils Campaign to Foster National Identity

The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has launched a nationwide campaign under the theme “I Am NIN-ED, I Am Ugandan,” aimed at strengthening national identity and promoting pride in citizenship.The campaign was unveiled at the Uganda Police Headquarters in Nagur

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NIRA Opens Applications for Correction of ID Records and First-Time Registrations for 16+ Ugandans

NIRA Opens Applications for Correction of ID Records and First-Time Registrations for 16+ Ugandans

The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has officially opened applications for Ugandans seeking to correct or update their National ID records, starting today, July 21, 2025.While addressing the media NIRA Registrar Ollama Clare noted that the exercise will cater to U

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NIRA begins issuing upgraded national IDs

NIRA begins issuing upgraded national IDs

Uganda's new National IDs incorporate cutting-edge features including QR codes and 2D barcodes to strengthen verification processes and protect your identity.KAMPALA, Uganda — The National Identification and Registration Authority

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100,000 Ugandans Can Now Pick Up Their New National IDs — NIRA Confirms

100,000 Ugandans Can Now Pick Up Their New National IDs — NIRA Confirms

The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has announced the rollout of upgraded national identity cards for Ugandans who applied for renewals, with over 100,000 cards already printed and dispatched to districts across the country.Speak

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Four Ugandans listed as directors of Russian firm in controversial digital plate project

Four Ugandans listed as directors of Russian firm in controversial digital plate project

Who's behind Uganda's digital number plates? The Russian company in the controversial deal is revealed to have Ugandan directors, raising new questions about the project's structure.The Russian firm awarded Uganda’s digital number plate contract, Join

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