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@allafrica Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:02:12
Oil Revenues Alone Cannot Fund Uganda's Energy Transition, Experts Warn
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- The expected oil revenues could provide an important source of financing for the country's Energy Transition Plan (ETP), but they will not be sufficient on their own to fund investments required to transform the energy sector and achieve broader development goals, experts have said.
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@allafrica Mon, 22 Jun 2026 03:32:07
Ebola Death Toll in DR Congo and Uganda Passes 200 As Funding Pledges Fall Short
[RFI] The Ebola outbreak in DR Congo and Uganda has claimed more than 200 lives in its first month, according to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention. With hundreds more cases confirmed, it is the worst Ebola emergency in years - yet less than 10 percent of pledges made to support the fight against the disease have been received from donors.
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@allafrica Mon, 22 Jun 2026 03:49:40
Former MP Nyangweso Returns to Constituency for Thanksgiving
[Nile Post] In a political environment where electoral defeat often signals the end of public engagement, former Samia Bugwe Central Member of Parliament Dennis Nyangweso has taken a different path.
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@allafrica Mon, 22 Jun 2026 03:52:12
Besigye Lawyer Urges Courts Against Retreating From Duty to Protect Liberty
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- The denial of bail to former Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago has reignited debate over whether Uganda's courts are living up to their constitutional duty to protect personal liberty.
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@allafrica Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:05:26
Police Recover Nine More Suspected Stolen Motorcycles in Arua Crackdown
[Nile Post] Police in West Nile have recovered nine more suspected stolen and unregistered motorcycles during an intelligence-led operation conducted in Kirabu Area, Arua City Central Division, as part of an ongoing crackdown on motorcycle theft and illegal motorcycle operations in the region.
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@allafrica Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:06:03
Ten Years After the Buhikira Clashes, Rwenzururu Kingdom Still Without a Palace
[Nile Post] Nearly ten years after the 2016 clashes that devastated the Obusinga Bwa Rwenzururu and left its royal palace in ruins, the kingdom remains without a permanent palace and administrative headquarters, raising concerns among subjects about the pace of reconstruction and the implementation of commitments made during reconciliation efforts.
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@allafrica Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:07:00
Why Uganda Should Draw Lessons From UK's Ai Opportunities Action Plan
[Independent (Kampala)] Ever since the launch of artificial intelligence (AI) in 2022, apart from the fact that a day on earth still has 24 hours; a week still has seven days, and there are still twelve months in a year, our world has literally not remained the same. AI is upending our world at an extraordinary pace. Many governments that had well laid out elaborate plans for their countries have had to swiftly adjust to the wave of AI by establishing AI Action plans.
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@allafrica Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:42:16
Cecafa Under-17 Championship - Serengeti Girls Crush South Sudan, Face Uganda in Final
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- SERENGETI Girls have booked their place in the CECAFA Under-17 Championship final after a commanding 4-0 victory over South Sudan at the KMC Complex in Dar es Salaam yesterday. The result sets up a meeting with Uganda on Tuesday.
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@allafrica Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:41:43
Sebbaale Extends His Lead At Iamp;m Serena 63 Golf Series
[Independent (Kampala)] Kigo -- Dr Kato Sebbaale strengthened his lead in the Iamp;M Bank Serena 63 Golf Series on Saturday at the Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort in Kigo. Sebbaale's 242 turned up as the highest points of the day, consolidating his lead ahead of the second quarter due September 12.
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@allafrica Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:42:19
New Budget Success Hinges On Delivery, Experts Warn
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Uganda's economic prospects will depend less on policy announcements and more on execution, economists and business leaders have warned, as the country embarks on implementing its record Shs84.4tn budget and prepares for the start of commercial oil production.
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@allafrica Mon, 22 Jun 2026 15:42:37
Uganda - Ebola-Free Certificates Not Required for International Travel
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Uganda's Ministry of Health has said travellers leaving the country do not require Ebola-Free Certificates for international travel, visa applications or overseas employment, as authorities seek to curb misinformation and fraudulent testing schemes targeting prospective migrants.
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@allafrica Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:49:37
AfDB Backs $180 Million Arua Airport Upgrade in West Nile Sub-Region
[Independent (Kampala)] Arua -- Uganda secured 155.99 million (Shs 677.4 billion) in financing from the African Development Bank Group to transform Arua Airport into an international gateway, a project aimed at boosting trade, tourism and regional integration in East and Central Africa.
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@allafrica Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:50:36
August CAF Inspection Will Find Us Ready, Says Ogwang After Hoima Stadium Visit
[Nile Post] State Minister for Sports Peter Ogwang has dismissed concerns over Hoima City Stadium's readiness for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), insisting Uganda remains on course to meet all Confederation of African Football (CAF) requirements ahead of a crucial inspection scheduled for August.
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@allafrica Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:50:54
DPP's Office Clarifies Fate of Man Arrested At Parliament With Child's Head
[Nile Post] The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has clarified that Joseph Nuwashaba, the man who was arrested at Parliament carrying the severed head of a child, was convicted in 2024 and is currently serving a 35-year prison sentence.
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@allafrica Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:05:42
Lawyers Rally Behind Lukwago, Condemn Alleged Abduction and Torture
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- The reported abduction and alleged torture of senior lawyer advocate Erias Lukwago have sparked outrage within Uganda's legal fraternity.
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@allafrica Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:04:42
Tororo Municipality Faces Multi-Million Revenue Loss As Lorry Parking Levy Standoff Persists
[Nile Post] Tororo Municipal Council's efforts to increase locally generated revenue have suffered a major setback following a prolonged standoff involving municipal authorities, transport operators and district leaders.
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@allafrica Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:05:44
Nebbi Security Sweep Nets Two Suspects Over Military Equipment Possession
[Nile Post] A joint intelligence-led security operation in Nebbi Municipality has led to the arrest of two suspects found in possession of assorted military and government stores.
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@allafrica Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:08:54
City Developers Risk Losing Occupancy Permits Over Trees
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Developers in Kampala who fail to plant trees on their properties will be denied occupancy permits under new environmental regulations being introduced by the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA).
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