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@allafrica Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:15:16
ICT Minister Lumumba Commends Ucc's Role in Advancing Uganda's Communications Sector
[Nile Post] The Minister of ICT and National Guidance, Justine Lumumba Kasule, has commended the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) for its role in advancing and regulating the country's communications sector.
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@allafrica Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:15:49
National Symposium Calls for Stronger Action to End Violence Against Children in Schools
[Nile Post] The government has renewed its commitment to eliminating violence against children in schools as education stakeholders warned that abuse, neglect and unsafe learning environments continue to deny thousands of learners their right to quality education.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:49:51
Eight senior parliament officials arrested, to be arraigned in court today
Eight senior officials from the Parliament of Uganda have been arrested in an operation led by the Inspector General of Government (IGG) as investigations into alleged corruption and abuse of office gather pace. The officials are expected to appear before the Anti-Corruption Court later today. Those arrested include Chris Obore, Director of Communications; Daniel Adilo, The post Eight senior parliament officials arrested, to be arraigned in court today first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:00:39
Lopes will relish Messi duel, says Cape Verde defenders mother
The prospect of facing World Cup record goalscorer Lionel Messi in a knockout game would strike fear into most defenders, but not Roberto Lopes, according to the Cape Verde defenders mother.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:00:14
Uganda refutes claims of Marburg outbreak
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Ministry of Health (MOH) said that it was unaware of an outbreak of Marburg viral hemorrhagic fever in the country. Information about a possible outbreak started circulating after the United States Embassy in Kampala released an advisory alerting its citizens that there was a potential case reported in Western … The post Uganda refutes claims of Marburg outbreak appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:00:14
CDF SPOKESMAN: NMG pledges more patriotic and balanced journalism
Entebbe, Uganda | URN | Col Chris Magezi, the military assistant to the Chief of Defence Forces UPDF, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has released a statement, indicating that Nation Media Group (NMG) management is "committing to adopting a more patriotic, balanced, and objective approach to their journalism moving forward." In his statement, he reported that NMG pledged to … The post CDF SPOKESMAN: NMG pledges more patriotic and balanced journalism appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:00:15
UNBS seizes counterfeit toilet tissue in Kikuubo
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) has arrested four suspects and impounded more than 400 cartons of counterfeit and substandard toilet tissue, along with thousands of counterfeit packaging materials. The arrests were made during an operation targeting shops in Kampala's Kikuubo business district. The operation, conducted at Tesco Plastic Plaza … The post UNBS seizes counterfeit toilet tissue in Kikuubo appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:00:16
Premium brands turn to exclusive experiences to court Uganda's business elite
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Premium beverage brands are increasingly shifting from traditional marketing to curated, invitation-only experiences as they seek to strengthen relationships with Uganda's growing class of high-net-worth consumers. The latest example played out over the weekend when Johnnie Walker Blue Label hosted an exclusive whisky experience at LeBotti in Kisimenti, bringing … The post Premium brands turn to exclusive experiences to court Uganda's business elite appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:26:49
UNBS seizes over 400 cartons of counterfeit toilet paper in Kikuubo
The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) has arrested four people and seized more than 400 cartons of counterfeit and substandard toilet tissue during an enforcement operation in Kampalas Kikuubo business district. The raid also led to the recovery of thousands of fake packaging materials believed to have been used to rebrand unlabelled toilet tissue The post UNBS seizes over 400 cartons of counterfeit toilet paper in Kikuubo first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 02 Jul 2026 06:35:16
Swangz Avenue explains why it parted ways with Zafaran
Swangz Avenue co-founder Benon Mugumbya has addressed growing speculation surrounding singer Zafarans departure from the record label, insisting the split was a mutual business decision and not the fallout many have portrayed it to be. Zafaran announced on 25 June 2026 that she had ended her four-year relationship with Swangz Avenue, having joined the label The post Swangz Avenue explains why it parted ways with Zafaran first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 02 Jul 2026 06:07:59
"All the children are mine," Chameleone slams 'false' DNA allegations
Singer Jose Chameleone has dismissed claims that he carried out DNA tests on his children, describing the allegations as false, malicious and harmful to his family. The singer was responding to reports allegedly made by veteran media personality Josephat Seguya, a presenter at Bukedde TV, who claimed that Chameleone had conducted DNA tests on the The post "All the children are mine," Chameleone slams 'false' DNA allegations first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:19:19
Chameleone reflects on failed business ventures, unveils new magazine
Singer Jose Chameleone has opened up about the ups and downs of his entrepreneurial journey, revealing that despite suffering major financial losses and failed investments over the years, he has no plans of giving up on business. Speaking about his ventures, the Leone Island boss said he has always sought to diversify his income beyond The post Chameleone reflects on failed business ventures, unveils new magazine first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:25:50
Yung Mulo says exhaustion, not debt, landed him in hospital
Singer Yung Mulo has broken his silence on the health scare that saw him hospitalized shortly after his traditional kukyala ceremony, revealing that extreme exhaustion, not financial stress, was to blame. The artist said he is recovering well after doctors advised him to take time off and rest following weeks of nonstop activity that took The post Yung Mulo says exhaustion, not debt, landed him in hospital first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:29:02
Chameleone thanks Daniella for withstanding his personality
Veteran musician Jose Chameleone has spoken candidly about the end of his marriage to Daniella Atim, saying he has accepted that every chapter in life has its beginning and its end. Appearing in a recent television interview, the Leone Island boss revealed that the two have already filed for divorce and are now nearing the The post Chameleone thanks Daniella for withstanding his personality first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Thu, 02 Jul 2026 04:53:31
Stakeholders Call for Nutrition-Sensitive Agriculture to Boost Uganda's Food Security
[Nile Post] Agriculture stakeholders have called for stronger collaboration among policymakers, researchers, farmers, and other players in the food value chain to improve food security, nutrition, and food safety in Uganda.
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@allafrica Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:07:55
Govt Secures Shs 480.9 Billion Standard Chartered Financing for Kitgum-Kidepo Road Upgrade
[Nile Post] The Government of Uganda has secured 110.5 million (approximately Shs480.9 billion) in financing from Standard Chartered Bank Uganda to upgrade the 115.8-kilometre Kitgum-Kidepo Road, a project expected to improve regional trade, reduce transport costs and unlock tourism and investment opportunities in Northern Uganda.
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@allafrica Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:07:55
UPDF Destroys Illegal Fishing Nets Worth Shs1.8 Billion in Kwania
[Independent (Kampala)] Kwania, Uganda -- The Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) Marine Battalion has destroyed 5,780 illegal fishing nets worth an estimated at 1.8 billion shillings in Kwania District, intensifying efforts to protect fish stocks and enforce fisheries regulations on Lake Kwania.
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@allafrica Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:07:58
Uganda to Begin Voluntary Repatriation of Citizens From South Africa
[Nile Post] Uganda is set to receive the first batch of 265 Ugandan nationals being voluntarily repatriated from South Africa, marking the start of a coordinated exercise to facilitate the return of citizens who wish to come home.
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