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@allafrica Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:51:09
Judiciary Sets Strict Rules in Besigye, Lutale Trial
[Nile Post] The Judiciary has issued revised security and access guidelines ahead of the trial involving Dr. Kizza Besigye, Hajji Obeid Lutale and Captain Denis Oola it says are aimed at ensuring orderly proceedings while safeguarding the right to a fair and public hearing.
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@allafrica Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:41:52
Judiciary Tightens Security Ahead of Besigye Treason Trial At High Court
[Nile Post] The Judiciary has announced strict operational and security measures that will govern proceedings in the upcoming High Court treason trial of four-time presidential candidate Dr Kizza Besigye, his political associate Hajji Obeid Lutale, and Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) officer Captain Denis Oola.
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@allafrica Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:47:02
Ugandan Diplomat Joins Contest to Become Next UN Secretary General
[Ghanaian Times] Ugandan diplomat Olara Otunnu has joined the contest to become the next secretary-general of the United Nations, the seventh contender to succeed Antonio Guterres when he steps down at the end of this year.
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@allafrica Wed, 29 Jul 2026 09:03:09
Museveni Authorises Resumption of Nation Media Group Operations in Uganda
[allAfrica] Cape Town -- President Yoweri Museveni authorised the reopening of Nation Media Group's (NMG) operations in Uganda, ending a month-long shutdown of one of East Africa's largest independent media companies.
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@allafrica Thu, 30 Jul 2026 06:54:09
Conflicts Can Spread Infectious Diseases While Making Outbreaks Harder to Detect
[The Conversation Africa] The Ebola outbreak that emerged in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo and crossed into neighbouring Uganda may have been killing people for weeks before the alarm was raised. When Mdecins Sans Frontires investigated in May 2026, it reported that at least 55 people had died since the beginning of April.
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@allafrica Wed, 29 Jul 2026 06:54:27
South Africa's Next HIV Battle Isn't About Science, It's About Access
[allAfrica] Rio de Janeiro, Brazil -- For decades, South Africa has been at the epicentre of the global HIV epidemic. Today, it is becoming the testing ground for what many scientists believe could be the most important advance in HIV prevention since daily pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP): a twice-yearly injection that has shown almost complete protection against HIV.
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@allafrica Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:11:49
Kisoro Council Picks Up 74 Street Children in Safety and Child Protection Drive
[Nile Post] The Kisoro Municipal Council Law Enforcement team, in partnership with the Uganda Police Force, has detained 74 street children from different areas of Kisoro Town in an operation aimed at boosting public safety and protecting child welfare.
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@allafrica Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:11:49
Bashir Kagimu LC 1 Elect Unveils Team, Pledges Transformation for Bukomansimbi Central
[Nile Post] Celebrations erupted in Bukomansimbi Central after independent candidate Bashir Kagimu was declared the winner of the LC1 chairperson race, defeating National Resistance Movement (NRM) candidate Dirisa Ssemanda with 174 votes.
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@allafrica Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:11:50
Goldstar Insurance Plants 150 Trees At Kira Primary School in 30th Anniversary Drive
[Nile Post] GoldStar Insurance Company Limited has partnered with My Tree Initiative Uganda and five Rotary clubs to plant 150 trees at Kira Primary School in Kira Town, Wakiso District, as part of efforts to promote environmental conservation and community sustainability.
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@allafrica Thu, 30 Jul 2026 22:00:51
Elections Cancelled in Three Villages Over Chaos in Busia
[Independent (Kampala)] Busia, Uganda -- The Electoral Commission cancelled the local council one elections in the three villages following reported chaos by voters at the polling stations in Busia district.
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@allafrica Thu, 30 Jul 2026 22:00:52
NMG Staff to Work Remotely As Company Assesses Offices for Full Reopening
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- Nation Media Group (NMG) Uganda staff will continue working remotely as the company assesses its offices before allowing employees to return following the resumption of operations.
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@allafrica Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:21:34
Minister Babalanda Commissions Science Kits for Buyende Schools
[Nile Post] Government has commissioned science kits for public schools in Buyende District in a move aimed at improving the teaching and learning of science subjects through practical laboratory instruction.
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@allafrica Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:21:55
Museveni Welcomes Huvet Bio-Science Park to Boost Uganda's Vaccine Production
[Nile Post] President Museveni has welcomed the establishment of the HUVET Bio-Science Park, describing it as a major milestone in Uganda's pursuit of vaccine sovereignty and its ambition to become a regional leader in biotechnology.
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@allafrica Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:24:11
Absa Bank Uganda Honours Top Dealer Partners At Inaugural Titan Awards
[Nile Post] Absa Bank Uganda has recognised 13 outstanding dealer partners through its inaugural Titan Awards, a new annual initiative designed to strengthen strategic partnerships that expand access to vehicle and asset financing, enabling businesses and individuals to invest in productive assets that drive Uganda's economic growth.
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@allafrica Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:50:34
Idi Amin's Grandson On Verge of Winning First Boxing Medal for Uganda in 36 Years
[This Day] Idi Amin's Grandson, Aziz Abdul, will be aiming to win Uganda's first boxing medal today when he takes onEngland's Damar Thomas in the quarter-finals of the 90+kg category of the ongoing 2026 Commonwealth Games here in Glasgow, Scotland.
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@allafrica Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:23:48
Musasizi Urges Airtel to Increase Investment in Secure Digital Infrastructure
[Nile Post] Finance Minister Henry Musasizi has called on Airtel Uganda to step up investment in secure and modern digital systems, as government pushes to accelerate Uganda's digital transformation and strengthen the country's digital economy.
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@allafrica Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:14:20
Eswatini Officials Awestruck By Kiira Motors Vehicle Plant
[Nile Post] A high-level delegation from the Kingdom of Eswatini has expressed admiration for Uganda's automotive manufacturing progress after touring the Kiira Vehicle Plant in Jinja, where they witnessed the country's growing capacity to produce electric and conventional buses for the African market.
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@allafrica Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:55:51
Ugandan Opposition Leader Besigye in ICU After Collapsing in Court
[allAfrica] Cape Town -- Veteran opposition politician Dr. Kizza Besigye was admitted to the intensive care unit at Mulago National Referral Hospital on Wednesday after collapsing during a session of his treason trial at Kampala's High Court, according to his wife, Winnie Byanyima.
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