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@allafrica Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:03:54
Uganda's Ghetto Kids to Shake It With Shakira At World Cup Final
[RFI] A group of young Ugandan dancers from the slums of Kampala have been invited to perform alongside pop star Shakira at the 2026 World Cup final, an opportunity they hope will bring them new visibility and help them transform their future.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 14 Jun 2026 13:00:05
Taylor Swift tops UK chart for seventh time
LONDON, UK | TASS | A song by US star Taylor Swift has topped the UK singles chart for the seventh time, The Official Charts Company, which compiles and publishes music rankings in the United Kingdom, said. The song in question is "I Knew It, I Knew You" from the soundtrack of the animated film … The post Taylor Swift tops UK chart for seventh time appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@matookerepublic Sun, 14 Jun 2026 09:43:36
Football banter, World Cup late-night kickoffs, friendships dominate latest Gilbey's Hangout
With the FIFA World Cup already capturing attention across the globe, it was no surprise that football became one of the most talked-about topics among revelers who gathered to unwind after a busy week on Friday evening as Gilbeys Hangouts returned to Old Tymerz Ntinda The evening kicked off with first-time Gilbeys tasters getting a The post Football banter, World Cup late-night kickoffs, friendships dominate latest Gilbey's Hangout first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sportsOceanUganda Sun, 14 Jun 2026 10:02:10
Olila and Soroti City make strong statements on opening day of Cricket Uganda Women's Division One League
Defending champions Olila Cricket Club and Soroti City Cricket Club made strong starts to their campaigns in the Cricket Uganda Women's National League Division One, securing two victories each on an action-packed opening day.The day belonged to Olila's prolific duo of Esther Iloku and captain Malisa Ariokot, whose consistent batting displays powered the defending champions
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@uplandMedia Sun, 14 Jun 2026 10:00:06
African governments are strengthening governance systems around carbon market institutions
African governments are shifting carbon markets from fragmented project systems into state-controlled infrastructure that defines how environmental assets are measured, verified, and monetized. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | African governments are increasingly shifting from fragmented carbon projects to state-controlled systems that determine how environmental assets are measured, verified, and monetized. The shift … The post African governments are strengthening governance systems around carbon market institutions appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@theguardian Sun, 14 Jun 2026 08:00:46
Ebola one month on: will the latest outbreak in DRC become the most deadly yet?
With more than 670 confirmed cases and over 135 deaths, the disease has yet to be contained amid funding shortfalls, fear and disinformationWhen an orphanage in Bunia took in a newborn baby after his mother died from Ebola, the nuns who ran it hoped they were giving the infant a chance for life. The baby survived for only another two weeks. Now four of the nuns who cared for him have fallen sick with the deadly virus.It is a snapshot of the tragedies at the centre of an outbreak in which the number of victims is roughly doubling every week, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Continue reading...
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@uplandMedia Sun, 14 Jun 2026 07:00:05
Mercy Aujo wins sh1 million School Fees in the Bona Basome campaign
Kampala,Ugana | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Mercy Aujo, a Senior Six student at Code High School in Seeta Bajjo, has received sh1 million in school fees support under the Bona Basome Campaign, an initiative by DTB Uganda and Furaha Finserve Uganda aimed at helping learners stay in school despite growing financial pressures on families. Aujo became the … The post Mercy Aujo wins sh1 million School Fees in the Bona Basome campaign appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 14 Jun 2026 07:00:06
African electricity systems are opening to private capital as utility dominance eases
African electricity systems are moving beyond state-owned utility models as governments increasingly rely on private capital to build new generation, storage, and grid infrastructure. This is creating more diversified power markets while redefining the role of utilities across the continent. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | African electricity systems are shifting away from … The post African electricity systems are opening to private capital as utility dominance eases appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 14 Jun 2026 07:00:07
EU migration pact tests balance between values, capacity
BRUSSELS | Xinhua | The European Union's (EU) Migration and Asylum Pact took effect on Friday, marking one of the bloc's most significant efforts to address the growing tension between migration pressures and governance capacity. The pact seeks to manage divisions among member states through a solidarity mechanism while preserving free movement within the Schengen … The post EU migration pact tests balance between values, capacity appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 14 Jun 2026 04:00:05
In DRC displacement camp, Ebola warnings meet dry taps, crowded shelters
KINSHASA, DRC | Xinhua | At the Kigonze camp for displaced people on the outskirts of Bunia, the capital of Ituri Province in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the daily struggle against Ebola begins with something as basic as water. Since early morning, Furha Jeannette, a displaced mother of four, had been waiting … The post In DRC displacement camp, Ebola warnings meet dry taps, crowded shelters appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 12 Jun 2026 01:12:53
Ggoobi defends 2026/27 financial outlook at 5th Absa Post-Budget Forum
Finance Ministry Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury Ramathan Ggoobi has strongly pushed back against sceptics of Ugandas economic progress, declaring it foolhardy for anyone to dismiss the countrys growth trajectory. His remarks were made on Friday at the 5th edition of the Absa Post-Budget Forum, a high-level annual engagement that brings together key The post Ggoobi defends 2026/27 financial outlook at 5th Absa Post-Budget Forum first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 13 Jun 2026 01:18:00
Uganda Waragi gets a fresh new look
To celebrate World Gin Day, Uganda Waragi has unveiled a new look across its entire range. The redesign reflects the brand's commitment to staying relevant while preserving the heritage that has made Uganda Waragi a household name for generations. The refreshed packaging blends tradition with modern style, signalling a new era for the classic gin The post Uganda Waragi gets a fresh new look first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 14 Jun 2026 01:00:05
VINICIUS: I can improve
NEW JERSEY, United States | Xinhua | Brazil forward Vinicius Jr. said he was not satisfied with his performance despite scoring in a 1-1 draw with Morocco in their World Cup Group C opener on Saturday. "I believe I can improve a lot. I managed to score, but I wasn't 100 percent at my best … The post VINICIUS: I can improve appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 14 Jun 2026 01:00:06
APRA, Node Group launch free training programme for 10,000 African communicators
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The African Public Relations Association (APRA) has signed a communications skilling memorandum of understanding with Node Group aimed at training 10,000 communication professionals across Africa over the next five years, in what the association describes as its largest free professional development initiative to date. The partnership, announced on April … The post APRA, Node Group launch free training programme for 10,000 African communicators appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 14 Jun 2026 01:00:06
Morocco not satisfied with Brazil draw
NEW JERSEY, United States | Xinhua | Morocco manager Mohamed Ouahbi said his side had laid down an early World Cup marker after a 1-1 draw with Brazil on Saturday, declaring his team was capable of more. Morocco led through Ismael Saibari's early goal and created several problems for the five-time world champion before settling … The post Morocco not satisfied with Brazil draw appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 14 Jun 2026 01:00:07
Beyond the Finish Line: Kiprotich calls on athletes to invest in their future
Kapchorwa, Uganda | URN | For many athletes, crossing the finish line marks the pinnacle of achievement. For Uganda's Olympic and World Marathon champion Stephen Kiprotich, however, the greater challenge begins after the medals have been won and the cheering crowds have gone silent. In an exclusive interview with Uganda Radio Network (URN) in Kapchorwa, … The post Beyond the Finish Line: Kiprotich calls on athletes to invest in their future appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 14 Jun 2026 01:00:08
NBL celebrates local bars as FIFA World Cup excitement reaches Jinja
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As the 2026 FIFA World Cup gets underway, Nile Breweries Limited (NBL) is bringing the excitement closer to Ugandan football fans through its Cheers to Bars campaign, an initiative designed to transform local bars into vibrant centres for football viewing and shared fan experiences. The campaign recognises the important … The post NBL celebrates local bars as FIFA World Cup excitement reaches Jinja appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Uganda marks World Blood Donor Day with a call for stronger blood supply to save mothers
Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | Uganda has marked World Blood Donor Day 2026 with renewed calls for voluntary blood donation and stronger partnerships to ensure a safe and reliable blood supply, particularly for mothers facing life-threatening childbirth complications. The commemoration, held under the global slogan "One Drop of Humanity. Give Blood. Save Lives." and the national theme "From … The post Uganda marks World Blood Donor Day with a call for stronger blood supply to save mothers appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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