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@theScribeUganda Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:20:02
Musasizi Pays Tribute to Hon Kasaija as he Officially Takesover Finance Ministry
By Wilfred Arinda Nshekantebirwe Kampala June 12, 2026 The transition at the helm of Ugandas economic management took a formal step forward on Friday, as newly sworn-in Finance Minister Henry Musasizi was officially handed office by his predecessor, Hon. Matia Kasaija, in a ceremony marking the end of one era and the beginning of another at the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development. Taking to his X handle shortly after the handover, Musasizi described the moment as a privilege, paying tribute to the legacy left behind by Kasaija, who had led the Ministry for over a decade before
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@uplandMedia Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:00:06
Why this budget is different
COMMENT | Morrison Rwakakamba | Uganda stands at a rare inflection point in its development trajectory. With commercial oil production scheduled to commence later this year and a fresh electoral mandate secured, the national budget for the 2026/27 financial year offers more than another round of incremental spending. It attempts what development economists from Arthur … The post Why this budget is different appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:00:06
CJ Katureebe mediation offers hope in Judiciary-ULS standoff
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The society hopes the mediation will pave the way for its delayed AGM and elections while fostering greater cooperation within the justice sector. A mediation process led by former Chief Justice Bert Katureebe is offering fresh hope for resolving the long-running dispute between the Judiciary and the Uganda Law Society … The post CJ Katureebe mediation offers hope in Judiciary-ULS standoff appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:00:07
Tourism, aviation, hospitality, the victims of travel advisories
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The hospitality industry is counting losses due restrictions impossed following the outbeak of the Bundibugyo Ebola strain in the DRC. The players in the sector blame the losses on misinformation and the ill-advised travel advisories. For Uganda, for example, most of the tourists come from the US, Canada and Europe, … The post Tourism, aviation, hospitality, the victims of travel advisories appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:00:08
Africa focuses on Uganda's ECOTRUST at launch of ACBA Biodiversity Academy
ECOTRUST Leads First Learning Series; shares practical solutions to biodiversity loss and climate change. Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | The African CSOs Biodiversity Alliance (ACBA) has launched the ACBA Biodiversity Academy (ABA), a new learning platform that will bring together biodiversity practitioners, community leaders, researchers and conservation organizations from across Africa. The … The post Africa focuses on Uganda's ECOTRUST at launch of ACBA Biodiversity Academy appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 11 Jun 2026 23:24:00
How Racheal Ahabwe is building a future through TikTok acting
At just a young age, Ahabwe Racheal is already carving out a name for herself in Uganda's fast-growing digital entertainment scene. The young performer, who lives in Bunamwaya in Kampala, has won over audiences with her emotional and relatable skits on TikTok, especially those featured on the popular platform page Easy Africa. Ahabwe is currently The post How Racheal Ahabwe is building a future through TikTok acting first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 12 Jun 2026 06:20:53
Former ministers, MPs told to return diplomatic passports
Former ministers, Members of Parliament and other public officials who have left government service have been urged to surrender their official passports and obtain ordinary passports for personal travel. The call was made by the Ministry of Internal Affairs, which says many former government officials are still holding onto passports that were issued to them The post Former ministers, MPs told to return diplomatic passports first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:26:40
I woke up to the message too — Shakib reacts to Zari split announcement
Hours after Zari Hassan announced the end of their marriage, Shakib Cham says he was just as surprised by the statement as everyone else. Earlier in the day, Zari shared a statement on her social media platforms announcing that she and Shakib had decided to part ways after five years together, citing irreconcilable differences. READ: The post I woke up to the message too — Shakib reacts to Zari split announcement first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:18:50
How First Oil Evaded 5 Energy, 4 Finance Ministers
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Uganda's oil journey has been defined less by extraction than by expectation -- a revolving door of ministers, shifting deadlines, and a promise of "first oil" that has survived nearly two decades of political optimism and policy delays. In 2013, Irene Muloni, then Minister for Energy and Mineral Development, was upbeat at a high-level dialogue, confidently assuring the country that oil would soon be extracted from the ground to power Uganda's growth and development.
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@allafrica Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:31:29
Bebe Cool Bets On Reinvention Again As 'No Risk EP' Arrives After Break the Chains Triumph
[Nile Post] Just when many thought he had said everything he needed to say with the critically acclaimed Break The Chains album, Bebe Cool has returned with another statement project.
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@allafrica Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:32:14
Centenary Bank Commits Shs200m for This Year's Masaza Cup Tournament
[Nile Post] Centenary Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to community development and youth empowerment through sports by announcing a sponsorship package worth Shs200 million for the 22nd edition of the Masaza Cup tournament.
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@allafrica Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:34:27
Rock Boom Hands Over First Toyota Noah in Boom Kyakala Season 3
[Nile Post] KAMPALA -- Energy drink brand Rock Boom Energy Drink has handed over the first Toyota Noah vehicle in its ongoing Boom Kyakala Season 3 promotion, underscoring the campaign's promise to reward loyal consumers with life-changing prizes.
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@allafrica Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:18:04
Arts Teachers Receive Salary Enhancement in 2026/2027 Budget
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- The government has increased the budget for education, skills development, and sports in the 2026/27 financial year, with a small upward adjustment from the previous allocation.
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@allafrica Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:23:40
WHO - Children Under Five Face Highest Risk From Unsafe Food
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Children aged less than five years face almost three times the risk of illness from unsafe food than older children and adults, according to new estimates released by the World Health Organization (WHO).
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@sqoop Fri, 12 Jun 2026 04:50:19
Zari Hassan announces split from husband Shakib Cham
Ugandan socialite and businesswoman Zari Hassan has announced the end of her marriage to Shakib Cham after five years together. The announcement was made through a statement shared on Zaris social media pages, in which she said the couple had decided to part ways due to what she described as irreconcilable differences. According to the The post Zari Hassan announces split from husband Shakib Cham first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Fri, 12 Jun 2026 03:32:10
Binance Commits Shs487.5m to Support Frontline Ebola Response in Uganda
[Nile Post] Global blockchain company Binance has announced $125,000(approximately shs487 million) in humanitarian funding to support the Uganda Red Cross Society's frontline response to the ongoing Ebola outbreak in Uganda.
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@allafrica Fri, 12 Jun 2026 03:32:11
Budget - Museveni Demands Tougher Oversight From NRM,Opposition MPs Over Govt Programs
[Nile Post] President Museveni has called on both ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) leaders and opposition politicians to take greater responsibility for monitoring government programmes and ensuring effective service delivery, warning that leaders who fail to oversee public initiatives should be held accountable.
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