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World Cup newcomers justify expanded format
MIAMI, United States | Xinhua | Dick Advocaat wept as Curacao's anthem echoed around Houston Stadium before the island team's first World Cup match. The veteran Dutch coach later spoke of the "joy of the people" on the island of around 150,000 at seeing their team make history. Barely 24 hours later in Atlanta, Cabo … The post World Cup newcomers justify expanded format appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 16 Jun 2026 04:00:06
Cabo Verde dreams big after historic World Cup draw with Spain
PRAIA | Xinhua | "We are small, yes. But our hope is as vast as the sea." The words, written in Portuguese on a hand-held placard, rose above a crowd in Praia on Monday night as Cabo Verdeans celebrated a result that already felt larger than football. Around the woman holding the sign, fans in … The post Cabo Verde dreams big after historic World Cup draw with Spain appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 16 Jun 2026 04:00:07
U.S., Iran reach deal to end war, what comes next?
CAIRO, EGYPT | Xinhua | The United States and Iran on Monday announced the finalization of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to end hostilities following months of negotiations. Despite widespread viewing of the agreement as an important step toward peace, it does not resolve the underlying disputes, leaving the future trajectory of U.S.-Iran relations and … The post U.S., Iran reach deal to end war, what comes next? appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 16 Jun 2026 04:00:08
FDC: 2026/27 Budget "Written for the comfort of those in power"
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) has sharply criticised the proposed National Budget for the Financial Year 2026/27, describing it as detached from the realities of ordinary Ugandans and overly skewed towards government and security spending. Speaking during a media briefing at the party headquarters in Najjanankumbi, FDC Vice Chairperson … The post FDC: 2026/27 Budget "Written for the comfort of those in power" appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 16 Jun 2026 04:00:08
New cabinet pledges discipline and zero tolerance to corruption
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Uganda's newly constituted Cabinet has pledged disciplined leadership, accountability and zero tolerance for corruption as ministers began a ten-day induction retreat at the National Leadership Institute (NALI) in Kyankwanzi. The commitment was voiced by Vice President Jessica Alupo and Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja during the official opening of the retreat, … The post New cabinet pledges discipline and zero tolerance to corruption appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 16 Jun 2026 04:00:09
Nalufenya hospital registers 800 cases of sickle cell disease per month
Jinja, Uganda | URN | Jinja city-based Nalufenya Children's Hospital has disclosed that they handle a whopping 800 cases of Sickle Cell disease every month. James Kitonsa, a pediatrician at the hospital, says that their monthly sickle cell disease (SCD) clinic's load has grown from 760 in 2024 to 800 per month this year. Most of … The post Nalufenya hospital registers 800 cases of sickle cell disease per month appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 16 Jun 2026 04:00:10
ePianoh eyes meaningful collaborations to grow Africa's creative economy
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Nigerian music producer and digital creator Ogunremi David Tope, popularly known as ePianoh, is looking beyond personal success and setting his sights on meaningful collaborations with artists, producers and music industry stakeholders in Uganda and across Africa. At a time when African music is attracting growing global attention, ePianoh … The post ePianoh eyes meaningful collaborations to grow Africa's creative economy appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 16 Jun 2026 04:00:10
Okello raises three grounds of appeal to challenge death penalty
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Christopher Okello Onyum, 39, who was recently sentenced to death over the killing of four nursery school children in Ggaba, has filed an appeal challenging both his conviction and sentence before the Court of Appeal in Kampala. Okello was convicted by the High Court following a fast-tracked trial presided over by … The post Okello raises three grounds of appeal to challenge death penalty appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 16 Jun 2026 04:00:11
ICPAU records improved exam performance for May 2026
Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU), through its Public Accountants Examinations Board (PAEB), has Monday released the May 2026 examination results for the Certified Tax Advisor (CTA) and Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (CPA) courses, showing a moderate improvement in performance compared to the December 2025 examinations. … The post ICPAU records improved exam performance for May 2026 appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 16 Jun 2026 07:00:06
Health Ministry warns against fake Ebola certificates for travellers
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Ministry of Health has clarified that Ugandans travelling abroad are not required to present Ebola-free certificates as a condition for departure, despite the country's ongoing response to an outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola Virus Disease. Speaking to journalists on Monday, the Director General of Health Services, Dr … The post Health Ministry warns against fake Ebola certificates for travellers appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 16 Jun 2026 07:00:07
Equity Bank steps in to help schools survive
Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | As schools across Uganda reopened last month for a new term, excitement returned to classrooms, playgrounds and staffrooms. Yet behind the scenes, school administrators and parents are confronting a familiar challenge: financing education at the start of the academic term. For many schools, the reopening period is one of … The post Equity Bank steps in to help schools survive appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 16 Jun 2026 07:00:08
Adjumani District celebrates World Environment Day, hails ECOTRUST investment in trees
Adjumani, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Students, local leaders, conservation experts and development partners gathered at Arinyapi Seed Secondary School in Adjumani District Thursday last week to commemorate World Environment Day through a large-scale tree planting exercise. During the activity, a total of 5,000 high-quality clonal eucalyptus trees were planted across 5 acres … The post Adjumani District celebrates World Environment Day, hails ECOTRUST investment in trees appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Every child's future begins with water
COMMENT | JEREMIAH NYAGAH | Before a child can learn, dream, play or thrive, there is something far more basic they need: water. Not tomorrow. Not when funding becomes available. Not when another development plan is approved. Today. Yet for millions of children across Africa, access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene remains out of … The post Every child's future begins with water appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 16 Jun 2026 07:00:09
African fans split on South Africa support amid xenophobic violence
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA | Xinhua | As the 2026 FIFA World Cup unfolds, African football fans find themselves deeply divided over whether to support South Africa's national team, Bafana Bafana. For many, the joy of continental solidarity has been overshadowed by recurring xenophobic violence and the mistreatment of African migrants within South Africa's borders. Historically, … The post African fans split on South Africa support amid xenophobic violence appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:00:06
Meals turn into health hazards, early graves for Ugandans
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Food once meant to nourish and sustain households is now, in many homes, increasingly linked to sickness, chronic illness, and even death. The Food Rights Alliance and partner organizations warn that unsafe food has become a silent public health crisis, with contaminated meals sending an estimated 1.3 million Ugandans to hospitals … The post Meals turn into health hazards, early graves for Ugandans appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:53:32
Kitgum to Vaccinate 110,000 Livestock Under National FMD Drive
Dr. Francis Omona, the Kitgum District Veterinary Officer, informed stakeholders at the district headquarters that the vaccination effort will target 48,000 cattle, 33,000 goats, 11,000 sheep, and 18,000 pigs under the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry, and Fisheries' mass vaccination campaign.
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