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@allafrica Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:29:05
Uganda's Dark Days Return
[Independent (Kampala)] Uganda's security agencies' continued abduction and torture of political opponents, with Erias Lukwago, former Kampala Lord Mayor and lawyer to the incarcerated Dr Kizza Besigye on treason charges, becoming the latest political figure linked to these developments, has heightened anxiety and fear across the country, reviving memories of the dark days of former President Idi Amin and fuelling concerns among critics over what they describe as a weakening of the rule of law.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:00:05
Hydration breaks divide opinion at World Cup
MEXICO CITY | Xinhua | As players battle high temperatures at the FIFA World Cup in North America, a measure introduced to protect their well-being has become one of the tournament's most debated topics. FIFA has made three-minute hydration breaks mandatory midway through each half of every match, regardless of weather conditions. The governing body … The post Hydration breaks divide opinion at World Cup appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:00:06
IFPA-CD MAS Project distributes ruminant animals to model agroforestry farmers in Kagadi
Kagadi , Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | As the project nears its end, the Investing in Forests and Protected Areas for Climate-Smart Development (IFPA-CD) MAS Project is concluding its two-year operations under the Government of Uganda's Ministry of Water and Environment. Funded by the World Bank, this initiative focuses on implementing intensive, mixed-use agroforestry systems … The post IFPA-CD MAS Project distributes ruminant animals to model agroforestry farmers in Kagadi appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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???? Anthony Natif notes from Court: Uganda Vs Molly Katanga and Others June 23/2026
SPECIAL REPORT | ANTHONY NATIF | As recorded in the case Uganda Vs Molly Katanga and adapted from @TonyNatif on X. **** A consultant orthopaedic and trauma surgeon (witness DW3XXX) tells Justice Rosette Comfort Kania that Mrs Katanga's injuries likely compromised functioning in her limbs, "especially grasping and the ability to lift anything". He said … The post ???? Anthony Natif notes from Court: Uganda Vs Molly Katanga and Others June 23/2026 appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@allafrica Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:31:54
Kigali to Host 26th EAC Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Trade Fair
[Independent (Kampala)] The East African Community (EAC) will bring its flagship Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Trade Fair to Kigali in late October, as regional policymakers seek to accelerate industrialisation, strengthen local supply chains and reduce dependence on imports.
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@sqoop Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:00:06
Can your deejay stop dancing?
There was a time when a deejays biggest crime was playing the wrong song at the wrong time. A DJs reputation was built on the ability to read the room, understand the mood and take revellers on a musical journey without saying a single word. The microphone was optional. The spotlight belonged to the music. The post Can your deejay stop dancing? first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:52:08
Kusasira ranks herself and Cindy above all female musicians in Uganda
Veteran singer Catherine Kusasira has boldly declared that she and Cindy Sanyu occupy the top spot among Ugandas female musicians, citing their ability to excel both vocally and on stage. Speaking in a recent interview, Kusasira argued that being a successful artist involves much more than producing popular songs. According to her, stage presence, confidence, The post Kusasira ranks herself and Cindy above all female musicians in Uganda first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:57:36
Besigye's Kenyan lawyer Martha Karua narrates deportation ordeal, vows to sue Uganda
Kenyan lawyer and politician Martha Karua has announced plans to sue the Ugandan government after she was denied entry into the country and deported from Entebbe International Airport on Monday. Speaking to NTV Kenya following the incident, Karua detailed what she described as a distressing experience at the airport, claiming immigration officials detained her for The post Besigye's Kenyan lawyer Martha Karua narrates deportation ordeal, vows to sue Uganda first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 24 Jun 2026 04:23:00
UBL's Learning for Life Programme equips 100 young adults with hospitality and entrepreneurship skills
Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) celebrated the graduation of 100 young adults from Jinja on Friday, marking the completion of a three-day Learning for Life hospitality and entrepreneurship training programme at the Crested Crane Hotel. The graduation is part of UBLs commitment to equip more than 300 young Ugandans this financial year. The programme targets people The post UBL's Learning for Life Programme equips 100 young adults with hospitality and entrepreneurship skills first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:00:05
STUDY: Uganda has eliminated endogenous cholera
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Results of a new study conducted by researchers at the Makerere School of Public Health (MakSPH) show that Uganda has eliminated Cholera outbreaks or transmission that originate completely from within the country, referred to as endogenous cholera. Details of this study titled, 'Uganda's Cholera Elimination Journey in a Cholera Endemic … The post STUDY: Uganda has eliminated endogenous cholera appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:00:06
Uganda's dark days return
A wave of opposition arrests, military detentions and treason charges signals a deepening political crisis COVER STORY | IAN KATUSIIME | Uganda's security agencies' continued abduction and torture of political opponents, with Erias Lukwago, former Kampala Lord Mayor and lawyer to the incarcerated Dr Kizza Besigye on treason charges, becoming the latest … The post Uganda's dark days return appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@sportsOceanUganda Wed, 24 Jun 2026 06:06:48
African teams close in on record knockout representation at FIFA World Cup 2026
Africa could be on the verge of achieving its most successful FIFA World Cup campaign ever, with as many as five nations still in contention to qualify for the knockout stages of the expanded 2026 tournament. The continent's previous best collective performance came at the 2014 FIFA World Cup, when Algeria, Nigeria and Côte d'Ivoire
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@allafrica Wed, 24 Jun 2026 05:41:08
Concern Grows Over Anita Among's Health
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- Bukedea County MP David Beecham Okwere has said that former Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among is not so critically ill as stated being reported in sections of the media.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 24 Jun 2026 05:38:33
Zari and I have never broken up – Shakib Cham opens up about what really happened
Shakib Cham Lutaaya has dismissed reports that he and his wife, socialite and businesswoman Zari Hassan, have ended their relationship. Speaking during an interview on Sanyuka TV, Shakib explained that the rumours stemmed from a misunderstanding between the couple and insisted that they never separated. According to him, Zaris public comments about their relationship were The post Zari and I have never broken up – Shakib Cham opens up about what really happened first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 24 Jun 2026 04:00:06
Kigali to host 26th EAC Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Trade Fair
This year's fair will spotlight leather and horticulture, two sectors viewed as critical to the region's industrial ambitions By The Independent The East African Community (EAC) will bring its flagship Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Trade Fair to Kigali in late October, as regional policymakers seek to accelerate industrialisation, strengthen local supply chains and … The post Kigali to host 26th EAC Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Trade Fair appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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