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@allafrica Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:06:13
Disease Outbreaks, Dry Spells Push Up Beef Prices
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- Rising meat prices are forcing many Ugandans to cut back on beef consumption as the cost of a kilogram climbs from about Shs16,000 to between Shs20,000 and Shs22,000 in several parts of the country. Currently, beef is sold wholesale at abattoirs for between Shs15,000 and Shs17,000 per kilogram, depending on quality, while retailers sell it at between Shs20,000 and Shs22,000 per kilogram. The rising prices are already affecting businesses and households.
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@allafrica Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:27:36
Makerere Graduate Hacked to Death, Home Torched
[Nile Post] Residents of Nansana West IA in Nansana Municipality woke up to shock and grief after unknown assailants hacked a 30-year-old man to death before setting his house on fire in an apparent attempt to conceal the crime.
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@allafrica Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:29:20
Armed Escorts, Locked Gates As Senior Nup Officials Return to Court for Bail Hearing
[Nile Post] KAMPALA -- National Unity Platform (NUP) deputy spokesperson Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro, the party's Head of Security Achileo Kivumbi, Edward Ssebuufu, who heads security for NUP president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, and several other party supporters were on Friday brought to Kanyanya Chief Magistrate's Court under heavy security for the hearing of their bail applications.
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@sqoop Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:05:45
Review: Gael Willy, Cindy Sanyu breathe new life into Stay remix
In Ugandas music industry, remixes often feel like attempts to extend a songs lifespan rather than reinvent it. However, Gael Willys remix of Stay, featuring Cindy Sanyu, takes a different approach. Instead of merely adding a guest verse, the remix injects fresh energy into a song that already carried considerable emotional weight. At its core, The post Review: Gael Willy, Cindy Sanyu breathe new life into Stay remix first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Fri, 05 Jun 2026 05:56:03
Bruno K should have led the Kony talks…
On Monday, Tenge Tenge was proof nobody needed law school. By Friday, he needed somebody from law school. 2026 has honestly been a confusing year for career guidance in Uganda. One minute we are telling children to become doctors, lawyers, engineers, and serious people. The next minute someone on the internet is confidently declaring that The post Bruno K should have led the Kony talks… first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Fri, 05 Jun 2026 05:58:26
Equity Bank expands green financing to speed up Uganda's clean energy shift
Equity Bank Uganda wants to be the bank behind Uganda's shift to clean energy. It has rolled out an aggressive financing plan aimed at making solar systems, clean cookstoves, and other renewable energy solutions cheaper for households, schools, farmers, and small businesses. Uganda is struggling with high energy costs, blackouts, and heavy reliance on charcoal The post Equity Bank expands green financing to speed up Uganda's clean energy shift first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:00:05
Coach Odongo hails Stanbic Black Pirates despite 2026 Enterprise Cup Final defeat
Nairobi, Kenya | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Stanbic Black Pirates Head Coach Marvin Odongo has praised his players for their commitment and fighting spirit throughout the 2026 Enterprise Cup. The highly anticipated East African showdown lived up to expectations as both Black Pirates and Kenya's Kabras RFC delivered an entertaining contest in front of a passionate crowd last weekend. … The post Coach Odongo hails Stanbic Black Pirates despite 2026 Enterprise Cup Final defeat appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:00:05
SURVEY: Ugandan job seekers pay up to Shs50 million in bribes
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Members of District Service Commissions account for nearly a third of all bribe solicitations in local government recruitment, the Inspectorate of Government (IGG) has found. The finding is contained in a 2018–2022 survey that tracked corruption patterns in district-level hiring, with bribes reportedly ranging from UGX 3 million for lower cadre … The post SURVEY: Ugandan job seekers pay up to Shs50 million in bribes appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:00:06
Why Uganda's Ebola fight will be won in communities
COMMENT | JOHN CLIFF WAMALA | When Uganda announced temporary restrictions along parts of its border with the Democratic Republic of Congo following the resurgence of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, many people viewed the move as the country's strongest defence against the disease. Border controls, screening points, surveillance systems and movement restrictions are … The post Why Uganda's Ebola fight will be won in communities appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:00:09
Why teenage pregnancy persists in Uganda and what must change
Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Anne Alan Sizomu, Programs Specialist at UNFPA (United Nations Population Fund) Uganda has indicated that teenage pregnancy in the country is driven by a shifting and complex mix of vulnerabilities that vary across regions, rather than a single cause. "While early marriage was once a leading factor, today we're … The post Why teenage pregnancy persists in Uganda and what must change appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:00:09
Climate action must leave no one behind in Uganda's refugee-hosting districts
COMMENT | JEREMIAH NYAGAH | As Uganda marks World Environment Day 2026 under the theme: "Climate Action Begins with You: Act Now"the conversation will likely focus on carbon emissions, global targets and international commitments. But in Uganda's refugee-hosting districts, climate change is experienced in far more immediate ways. It is the woman who walks … The post Climate action must leave no one behind in Uganda's refugee-hosting districts appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 05 Jun 2026 06:00:10
Russian edition of Volume I of 'China's Governance Under Xi Jinping's Leadership' launched in St. Petersburg
ST. PETERSBURG | Xinhua | The Russian edition of the first volume of "China's Governance Under Xi Jinping's Leadership" was launched at the 29th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum on Wednesday. Roughly over 100 representatives from media outlets, think tanks and government authorities of China, Russia and other countries attended the launch ceremony. During … The post Russian edition of Volume I of 'China's Governance Under Xi Jinping's Leadership' launched in St. Petersburg appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@allafrica Fri, 05 Jun 2026 03:54:30
Museveni Already Knew What Parliament Is Only Discovering About Muganga
[Nile Post] Mr Museveni is a highly skilled and experienced political operator, a military strategist unlike many we have seen before, who often approaches politics as a true Muyekera--a trait he himself has always seemed proud of.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 04 Jun 2026 23:47:00
Kampala Neon Raves set for high-stakes dance showdown as eleven crews battle for city supremacy
After months of travelling across Uganda's regions, the Tusker Lite Neon Raves have finally arrived at what could be their most competitive stop yet, Kampala. This Saturday, all roads lead to Supremacy Lounge where eleven dance crews will battle under neon lights for the chance to become Kampala champions and earn a place at the The post Kampala Neon Raves set for high-stakes dance showdown as eleven crews battle for city supremacy first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 05 Jun 2026 03:00:06
Disease outbreaks, dry spells push up beef prices
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Rising meat prices are forcing many Ugandans to cut back on beef consumption as the cost of a kilogram climbs from about Shs16,000 to between Shs20,000 and Shs22,000 in several parts of the country. Currently, beef is sold wholesale at abattoirs for between Shs15,000 and Shs17,000 per kilogram, depending on quality, … The post Disease outbreaks, dry spells push up beef prices appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Fri, 05 Jun 2026 03:00:07
DRC's Ebola cases hit 363, as Uganda reports 4 recoveries
KINSHASA, DRC | Xinhua | Confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have risen to 363, including 62 deaths, according to figures released Wednesday by the DRC government, while Uganda on Thursday reported four recoveries. The latest developments were discussed on Thursday during an online press briefing organized by the World … The post DRC's Ebola cases hit 363, as Uganda reports 4 recoveries appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@allafrica Fri, 05 Jun 2026 01:21:41
Over 500 Villages in Namisindwa At Risk As Landslide Cracks Widen
[Nile Post] More than 500 villages in Namisindwa District are at risk of displacement following the emergence of widening landslide cracks across several sub-counties, with local leaders warning of an escalating disaster triggered by ongoing heavy rains.
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