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@uplandMedia Sun, 12 Jul 2026 10:00:37
Malaria Surge in Urban Teens: Medics site gaps in care
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Health workers have questioned why government health programmes such as free bed net distribution, spraying, and other interventions do not include schools, and yet over 50 percent of the country's population is below 15 years of age, and the majority are in school. Speaking to URN after three high school … The post Malaria Surge in Urban Teens: Medics site gaps in care appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@sportsOceanUganda Sun, 12 Jul 2026 09:23:35
Vipers re-sign Cesar Manzoki on two-year deal
Uganda Premier League side Vipers SC have completed the signing of Congolese striker Cesar Lobi Manzoki on a two-year contract, marking the return of one of the clubs most celebrated players ahead of the 2026/27 season.The 29-year-old rejoins the Venoms after spells across Africa and Asia, having played for AS Dauphins Noirs, AS Maniema Union,
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@theScribeUganda Sun, 12 Jul 2026 09:24:25
President Museveni Mourns Former BoU Deputy Governor Bukhumune
BUGWERI —H.E. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni paid tribute to the late Mr. Perezi Tenywa Bukhumune, former Deputy Governor of the Bank of Uganda, describing him as a patriot who played a key role in stabilizing Uganda's economy after 1986. In a condolence message that was delivered yesterday by the Minister for the Presidency and Member of Parliament for Budiope West Constituency, Hon. Babirye Milly Babalanda at the funeral of the late in Ibulanku Sub-County, Bugweri District. "H.E. the President was saddened to learn of the death of the former Deputy Governor of the Bank of Uganda, Mr. Perezi Tenywa Bukhumune.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 12 Jul 2026 09:00:45
New tax policy driving away experienced teachers
Masaka, Uganda | URN | Proprietors of private schools in the Greater Masaka sub-region have criticised the government's new Pay-As-You-Earn (PAYE) tax policy on secondary sources of income, saying it is making it harder to attract and retain experienced teachers. The school owners argue that the policy, which imposes a 40 per cent tax on … The post New tax policy driving away experienced teachers appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 12 Jul 2026 09:00:46
Russian humanitarian mission returns from Uganda as Ebola situation stabilizes
MOSCOW | TASS | A team of the Russian Federal Service for Surveillance on Consumer Rights Protection and Human Wellbeing (Rospotrebnadzor) has returned from a humanitarian mission in Uganda after Ebola virus situation in the country has stabilized, the agency's press service has told TASS. "At this point, epidemiological situation in the Republic of Uganda … The post Russian humanitarian mission returns from Uganda as Ebola situation stabilizes appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 12 Jul 2026 06:00:34
Experts speak out on DRC's Ebola response hurdles
Kinshasa, DRC | URN | Health experts responding to the ongoing Ebola Bundibugyo outbreak in the neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have revealed that despite the high number of people who continue to get confirmed positive for virus, they are still getting only half of the people they are supposed to reach. As of … The post Experts speak out on DRC's Ebola response hurdles appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 12 Jul 2026 06:00:35
Russian humanitarian mission returns from Uganda as Ebola situation there stabilizes
MOSCOW | TASS | A team of the Russian Federal Service for Surveillance on Consumer Rights Protection and Human Wellbeing (Rospotrebnadzor) has returned from a humanitarian mission in Uganda after Ebola virus situation in the country has stabilized, the agency's press service has told TASS. "At this point, epidemiological situation in the Republic of Uganda … The post Russian humanitarian mission returns from Uganda as Ebola situation there stabilizes appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 12 Jul 2026 06:00:35
Alvarez, Martinez send Argentina into World Cup semifinals
KANSAS CITY, United States | Xinhua | Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez scored in extra time as Argentina advanced to the World Cup semifinals on Saturday with a 3-1 win over 10-man Switzerland. Alexis Mac Allister put the defending champion ahead by meeting Lionel Messi's corner at the near post and nodding into the far … The post Alvarez, Martinez send Argentina into World Cup semifinals appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 12 Jul 2026 06:00:36
Bellingham's brace helps England edge Norway to reach World Cup semifinals
MIAMI, United States | Xinhua | England booked its place in the World Cup semifinals on Saturday, coming from behind to edge Norway 2-1 thanks to a brace from Jude Bellingham. The Real Madrid star scored a first half stoppage-time equalizer before pouncing again early in extra time to help the Three Lions complete the … The post Bellingham's brace helps England edge Norway to reach World Cup semifinals appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Why Kyambogo Sports Management graduates cannot qualify as teachers
Kampala, Uganda | URN | As the dispute between Kyambogo University and former students who graduated with Diplomas in Sports Management over recognition as Physical Education teachers continues, questions have emerged on whether their qualification meets Uganda's teacher registration requirements. The graduates, who enrolled in 2017, accuse the university of admitting them to a Diploma … The post Why Kyambogo Sports Management graduates cannot qualify as teachers appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@sportsOceanUganda Sat, 11 Jul 2026 18:25:06
Stake: Quick‑Hit Casino Actie voor Fast‑Play Fans
1. Een Snap‑Start naar Cryptocurrency Gaming Als je het type bent dat wil draaien, winnen en snel weer weg wil, is Stake gebouwd rond dat ritme. De belofte van onmiddellijke crypto stortingen betekent dat je binnen enkele seconden na het inloggen midden in een slotwiel kunt zitten. Die snelle toegang is waarom veel spelers voor
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@uplandMedia Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:00:19
UHRC Chairperson Mariam Wangadya resigns
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Fauzati Mariam Wangadya has resigned as Chairperson of the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC), less than two weeks after publicly criticizing President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni over his appointment of what she described as "undeserving" individuals to the Commission. In a brief three-line resignation letter seen by Uganda Radio Network (URN), … The post UHRC Chairperson Mariam Wangadya resigns appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 11 Jul 2026 15:00:29
Why climate survivors return to disaster hotspots, what Uganda must learn
Bududa, Uganda | URN | Every rainy season, Peter Kibeti watches the clouds gather over the slopes of Mount Elgon with quiet apprehension. The mountain has never allowed him to forget. Sixteen years have passed since the March 2010 landslide that tore through Nametsi village in Bududa District, burying homes, farms and entire families beneath … The post Why climate survivors return to disaster hotspots, what Uganda must learn appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 11 Jul 2026 05:25:00
Electoral Commission concludes voter registration for LC I, LC II and Women Council elections
The Electoral Commission (EC) has officially concluded the nationwide voter registration exercise for the upcoming Local Council I (LC I), Local Council II (LC II) and Women Council/Committees elections. The registration exercise, which ended on Friday, 10 July 2026, attracted thousands of Ugandans who turned up at registration centres across the country to enrol as The post Electoral Commission concludes voter registration for LC I, LC II and Women Council elections first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:22:36
Uganda Human Rights Commission Chairperson Wangadya resigns
Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) Chairperson Mariam Wangadya has resigned from her position. In a letter dated 6 July 2026 and addressed to President Yoweri Museveni, Wangadya wrote: "I hereby tender my resignation as Chairperson of the Uganda Human Rights Commission. I thank you for the opportunity to serve Uganda over the years in the The post Uganda Human Rights Commission Chairperson Wangadya resigns first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sportsOceanUganda Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:14:44
SMACK League Season 8 Finale set for eight-game football showcase this Sunday
The stage is set for an action-packed conclusion to the eighth season of the Guinness-powered SMACK League, with some of the competitions fiercest rivalries and derbies scheduled for Sunday, July 12, at Kampala Rugby Club (former Legends).The grand finale promises a day of football and entertainment as alumni from different cohorts of St. Marys College
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@uplandMedia Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:00:34
Ssemujju confirms being in temporary exile
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda, the former Member of Parliament for Kira municipality and the Secretary General of the People's Front for Freedom-PFF has indicated that he temporarily staying away from Uganda. In an X post about the rearrest of his friend and former Butambala MP Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi, Ssemujju said he is … The post Ssemujju confirms being in temporary exile appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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