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@allafrica Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:45:31
USPC Plans to Print Land Titles, Ballot Papers and Other Government Documents
[Nile Post] The Uganda Security Printing Company Limited (USPC) is preparing to expand its operations beyond national identity cards to produce a wider range of sensitive government documents locally.
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@allafrica Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:45:32
New African Project Targets Faster Response to Future Disease Outbreaks
[Nile Post] The Director of Public Health, Dr Daniel Kyabayinze, has called for stronger clinical trial preparedness and laboratory networks across Africa to ensure health systems can respond quickly when infectious disease outbreaks occur.
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@allafrica Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:45:34
National ID At Heart of Uganda's Future, Kamuntu Says As Identity Expo Opens
[Nile Post] The Minister of Internal Affairs, Prof. Ephraim Kamuntu, has described the national identification system as a cornerstone of Uganda's development, saying accurate identification of citizens is essential for effective planning and service delivery.
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@allafrica Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:45:36
Mother-to-Child HIV Transmission Falls, but Uganda Still Misses 5 Percent Target
[Nile Post] Uganda has made significant progress in reducing HIV transmission from mothers to their babies, but health officials say thousands of new infections are still being recorded, with breastfeeding accounting for the majority of cases.
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@allafrica Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:45:37
Marine Police Warn Lake Victoria Users Against Travelling Without Life Jackets
[Nile Post] The South East Zonal Commander of the Marine Police, Kosea Stephen Okiria, has warned people using water transport to stop travelling on the water without life jackets.
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@allafrica Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:45:38
Sheikh Swidiq Ndawula Urges New Thanawi Graduates to Advance Islamic Studies
[Nile Post] Sheikh Swidiq Ndawula has congratulated new Thanawi graduates from various recognized Islamic institutions, including Bilal Kakiri and Bilal Bwaise.
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@allafrica Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:45:39
Teachers Urged to Upgrade Qualifications Under New ECCE Policy
[Nile Post] More than 1,000 teachers could miss out on a government-backed opportunity to upgrade their qualifications as Uganda moves to tighten professional standards in pre-primary education.
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@allafrica Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:45:39
Kyabazinga Holds Talks With UAE Firm On Agro-Processing and Logistics Hub
[Nile Post] The Kyabazinga of Busoga, William Wilberforce Gabula Nadiope IV, has held strategic investment talks with UAE-based logistics company 5PL Logistics Solutions to explore the establishment of an integrated agro-processing and logistics facility in Busoga.
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@allafrica Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:45:40
Kasese Teacher Killed in Midnight Attack
[Nile Post] Police in Kasese are investigating the murder of a 45-year-old primary school teacher who was allegedly attacked and struck on the forehead by three unidentified men in Kisinga Town Council.
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@allafrica Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:45:41
Ugandan Women Break Into Taxi Industry As Drivers and Conductors
[Nile Post] Ugandan women are taking advantage of the right to work accorded by the President to venture into all kinds of jobs, including working as taxi conductors and drivers, a field previously dominated by men.
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@allafrica Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:45:42
Fact-Check - PLU SG Fadil Twalla Did Not Propose Replacing 'God' With 'Muhoozi'
[Nile Post] A social media post circulating online claims that Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) General Secretary Fadil Twalla wants to introduce a Bill in Parliament requiring all religions to replace the name of God with "Muhoozi."
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@allafrica Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:58:06
Cranes Edge Libya 1-0 in Historic Hoima Afcon Qualifier
[Independent (Kampala)] Hoima -- Uganda Cranes defeated Libya 1-0 in a 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier played at the newly constructed Hoima City Stadium. Arnold Vula scored Uganda's only goal in the 45th minute after rising to head Allan Okello's free kick into the back of the net, giving the hosts the lead shortly before halftime.
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@allafrica Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:58:25
Housing Finance Bank Appoints Moses Mande Oroto to Lead Business Banking
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Housing Finance Bank (HFB) has appointed Moses Mande Oroto as Head of Business and Institutional Banking, strengthening its leadership as it seeks to deepen its engagement with businesses and institutions across Uganda.
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@allafrica Wed, 30 Sep 2026 11:12:10
Verto and Visa Launch Multi-Currency Cards for African Businesses
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampal -- Global cross-border payments platform Verto, in partnership with Visa, has launched a multi- currency corporate card aimed at helping African businesses reduce foreign exchange costs, improve international spending and operate more efficiently across global markets.
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@allafrica Wed, 30 Sep 2026 11:56:24
Cranes Open Hoima City Stadium Era With Libya Victory
[Nile Post] Uganda Cranes christened the newly constructed Hoima City Stadium with a 1-0 victory over Libya on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, in the first-ever international match played at the new facility.
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@allafrica Wed, 30 Sep 2026 11:56:39
Today in History - Cyprian Kizito Lwanga Installed As Kampala Archbishop
[Nile Post] Dr Cyprian Kizito Lwanga is installed as the third Archbishop of Kampala on this day in 2006 at Rubaga Cathedral, succeeding Cardinal Emmanuel Wamala and beginning a 15-year tenure at the head of Uganda's most prominent Catholic archdiocese.
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@allafrica Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:55:21
Pearl Bank's Mugula Highlights Mining Sector's Role in Uganda's $500 Billion GDP Target
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Industry players have been urged to support the growth of Uganda's mineral sector to unlock its potential through appropriate financing and investment options that will spur its growth and enable the country to attain its US$500 billion GDP target by 2040.
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@allafrica Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:12:52
Boda Operators Ask Parliament to Ease Digital Plate Burden
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- Uganda's boda-boda operators have asked Parliament to review the implementation of the digital number plate system, citing high costs, delays in registration and replacement, limited public awareness and concerns over enforcement.
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@allafrica Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:12:53
Police Crack Down On Unauthorised Wi-Fi Resellers in Kampala
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- Police have begun an operation targeting unauthorised Wi-Fi resellers in parts of Kampala as authorities step up enforcement against public internet services operating without the required regulatory approvals.
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