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@allafrica Mon, 25 May 2026 06:00:23
Why Women Involvement in Agricultural Mechanization Remains Low in Northern Uganda
[Independent (Kampala)] Gulu -- Low participation of women in agricultural mechanization is emerging as a major concern in northern Uganda, despite increasing adoption of modern farming technologies aimed at boosting commercial agriculture and productivity.
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@allafrica Mon, 25 May 2026 06:01:25
MTN Internet Bus Graduates Kampala Youth As Uganda's Digital Divide Persists
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Uganda's youthful population is increasingly being pushed into a digital economy many are still ill-prepared to navigate, prompting fresh efforts by private sector players and development organisations to close the country's widening digital skills gap.
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@allafrica Mon, 25 May 2026 06:02:14
Major Overhaul in Ruto's Security Team After Fresh Security Breach
[Nile Post] Kenya's Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, has announced immediate and far-reaching changes within President William Ruto's Presidential Escort Unit following a fresh security breach during a public function in Kilifi County.
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@allafrica Mon, 25 May 2026 06:03:30
Hospitality Sector Emerges As Strategic Driver of Uganda's Tourism Growth At Poate 2026
[Nile Post] KAMPALA -- Uganda's hospitality sector is increasingly being recognized as a strategic pillar in the country's tourism development, with industry stakeholders calling for stronger government support to unlock its full potential.
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@allafrica Mon, 25 May 2026 06:09:25
Bishop Rubaramira Urges Christians to Avoid Handshakes Amid Ebola Concerns
[Nile Post] The Bishop of Kabale Diocese, Rt Rev Callist Rubaramira, has cautioned Christians against handshakes and unnecessary travel as part of efforts to prevent the spread of Ebola following the confirmation of at least three cases in Uganda.
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@allafrica Mon, 25 May 2026 00:15:02
Uganda's Sickle Cell Breakthrough
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- Uganda has taken a significant step in the fight against sickle cell disease following the launch of locally manufactured Hydroxyurea by Quality Chemical Industries Limited, a development health officials say could improve treatment access, reduce costs, and strengthen the country's pharmaceutical independence.
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@allafrica Mon, 25 May 2026 06:10:32
Arsenal Supporter Killed By Manchester United Colleague After Dispute
[Nile Post] Police in Kampala are investigating the murder of a 34-year-old boda boda rider who allegedly died following a violent altercation linked to a football rivalry in Bakuli.
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@allafrica Mon, 25 May 2026 06:18:08
Ebola - Potential Death Toll in DRC Tops 200
[Independent (Kampala)] Nairobi -- The number of deaths attributed to an Ebola virus outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has exceeded 200, the Ministry of Communication and Media said on the X social network.
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@allafrica Mon, 25 May 2026 01:04:02
Gates Foundation Commits $15 Million to Support Ebola Response in DR Congo, Uganda
[Premium Times] According to the statement, $5 million will go to Africa CDC for regional coordination, rapid deployment and cross-border surveillance, while another $5 million will support frontline operations through WHO's African regional office (WHO AFRO)
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@matookerepublic Mon, 25 May 2026 05:38:00
Jacob Oboth-Oboth elected Speaker of 12th Parliament
Jacob Marksons Oboth-Oboth is the new Speaker of Uganda's 12th Parliament. Chief Justice Flavian Zeija declared him the winner on Monday after he secured 441 votes in a secret ballot at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds. The vote was held during the first sitting of the new Parliament, with President Museveni in attendance. Oboth-Oboth, the NRM flag The post Jacob Oboth-Oboth elected Speaker of 12th Parliament first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 25 May 2026 06:28:00
Arsenal fan dies in Kampala after assault by a Man Utd supporter
A 34-year-old Arsenal fan has died in Kampala after an argument with a Manchester United supporter turned violent. Police say the incident happened on Sunday at around 6:30 p.m. in Bakuli, Kampala Central Division. The victim, Denis, worked as a boda boda rider and lived in the area. According to preliminary investigations, Denis got into The post Arsenal fan dies in Kampala after assault by a Man Utd supporter first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sportsOceanUganda Mon, 25 May 2026 06:14:04
Guinness brings football and creativity together on Premier League Final Day as Arsenal fans paint Kampala red
One thing for sure was certain: if you were donning a non-Arsenal jersey on Premier League's Championship Sunday (May 24th), you felt out of place. It was like: 'If you're not Arsenal, today is not for you.' Across different towns and trading centres in the country, it was Arsenal kits, both new releases and retro,
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@theScribeUganda Mon, 25 May 2026 04:35:24
POWERING UGANDA'S TENFOLD GROWTH STRATEGY: WHY A STRONG UEDCL MATTERS?
Uganda is a nation on the move. From the bustling streets of Kampala to the emerging hubs in Gulu, Lira, Mbale and Mbarara, the energy of our youth and the ambition of our entrepreneurs are undeniable. But to turn this potential into prosperity, we need more than just ambition. We need a heartbeat of reliable, steady electricity. At the center of this mission is the Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL). While many see power poles and wires, UEDCL represents something much bigger: the bridge between Uganda's vast energy resources and your daily life. The Last Mile: Why Distribution is
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@uplandMedia Mon, 25 May 2026 04:00:07
EBOLA: Potential death toll in DRC tops 200
NAIROBI | TASS | The number of deaths attributed to an Ebola virus outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has exceeded 200, the Ministry of Communication and Media said on the X social network. According to the official report, the outbreak affected three provinces – Ituri, North Kivu and South Kivu. "A total … The post EBOLA: Potential death toll in DRC tops 200 appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 25 May 2026 04:00:08
MTN internet bus graduates Kampala youth as Uganda's digital divide persists
Kampala, Uganda | Patricia Akankwatsa | Uganda's youthful population is increasingly being pushed into a digital economy many are still ill-prepared to navigate, prompting fresh efforts by private sector players and development organisations to close the country's widening digital skills gap. At the Kabalagala Youth Centre in Kampala, 58 young people graduated from a digital literacy … The post MTN internet bus graduates Kampala youth as Uganda's digital divide persists appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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