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@matookerepublic Fri, 12 Jun 2026 06:12:53
Ggoobi defends 2026/27 financial outlook at 5th Absa Post-Budget Forum
Finance Ministry Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury Ramathan Ggoobi has strongly pushed back against sceptics of Ugandas economic progress, declaring it foolhardy for anyone to dismiss the countrys growth trajectory. His remarks were made on Friday at the 5th edition of the Absa Post-Budget Forum, a high-level annual engagement that brings together key The post Ggoobi defends 2026/27 financial outlook at 5th Absa Post-Budget Forum first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 13 Jun 2026 06:18:00
Uganda Waragi gets a fresh new look
To celebrate World Gin Day, Uganda Waragi has unveiled a new look across its entire range. The redesign reflects the brand's commitment to staying relevant while preserving the heritage that has made Uganda Waragi a household name for generations. The refreshed packaging blends tradition with modern style, signalling a new era for the classic gin The post Uganda Waragi gets a fresh new look first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 14 Jun 2026 06:00:05
VINICIUS: I can improve
NEW JERSEY, United States | Xinhua | Brazil forward Vinicius Jr. said he was not satisfied with his performance despite scoring in a 1-1 draw with Morocco in their World Cup Group C opener on Saturday. "I believe I can improve a lot. I managed to score, but I wasn't 100 percent at my best … The post VINICIUS: I can improve appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 14 Jun 2026 06:00:06
APRA, Node Group launch free training programme for 10,000 African communicators
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The African Public Relations Association (APRA) has signed a communications skilling memorandum of understanding with Node Group aimed at training 10,000 communication professionals across Africa over the next five years, in what the association describes as its largest free professional development initiative to date. The partnership, announced on April … The post APRA, Node Group launch free training programme for 10,000 African communicators appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 14 Jun 2026 06:00:06
Morocco not satisfied with Brazil draw
NEW JERSEY, United States | Xinhua | Morocco manager Mohamed Ouahbi said his side had laid down an early World Cup marker after a 1-1 draw with Brazil on Saturday, declaring his team was capable of more. Morocco led through Ismael Saibari's early goal and created several problems for the five-time world champion before settling … The post Morocco not satisfied with Brazil draw appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 14 Jun 2026 06:00:07
Beyond the Finish Line: Kiprotich calls on athletes to invest in their future
Kapchorwa, Uganda | URN | For many athletes, crossing the finish line marks the pinnacle of achievement. For Uganda's Olympic and World Marathon champion Stephen Kiprotich, however, the greater challenge begins after the medals have been won and the cheering crowds have gone silent. In an exclusive interview with Uganda Radio Network (URN) in Kapchorwa, … The post Beyond the Finish Line: Kiprotich calls on athletes to invest in their future appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 14 Jun 2026 06:00:08
NBL celebrates local bars as FIFA World Cup excitement reaches Jinja
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As the 2026 FIFA World Cup gets underway, Nile Breweries Limited (NBL) is bringing the excitement closer to Ugandan football fans through its Cheers to Bars campaign, an initiative designed to transform local bars into vibrant centres for football viewing and shared fan experiences. The campaign recognises the important … The post NBL celebrates local bars as FIFA World Cup excitement reaches Jinja appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 14 Jun 2026 06:00:08
Uganda marks World Blood Donor Day with a call for stronger blood supply to save mothers
Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | Uganda has marked World Blood Donor Day 2026 with renewed calls for voluntary blood donation and stronger partnerships to ensure a safe and reliable blood supply, particularly for mothers facing life-threatening childbirth complications. The commemoration, held under the global slogan "One Drop of Humanity. Give Blood. Save Lives." and the national theme "From … The post Uganda marks World Blood Donor Day with a call for stronger blood supply to save mothers appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@sportsOceanUganda Sun, 14 Jun 2026 03:17:45
Great Lakes Men's T20: Riazat's blazing century powers Mburo Blasters to record chase as Kyoga Avengers secure first win
Mburo Blasters captain Riazat Ali Shah produced a breathtaking unbeaten century to inspire a record-breaking run chase, while Kyoga Avengers claimed their first victory of the tournament on an action-packed second day of the Great Lakes Men's T20 Championship at Lugogo Cricket Oval.The day's opening fixture saw Kyoga Avengers defeat Victoria Strikers by 13 runs
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@sportsOceanUganda Sun, 14 Jun 2026 03:21:01
Morocco hold five-time champions Brazil to earn caluable World Cup point
Morocco produced a disciplined and spirited performance to hold Brazil to a 1-1 draw in their opening Group C match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Saturday, earning a valuable point against one of the tournament favourites.The Atlas Lions started brightly at the New York/New Jersey Stadium and were rewarded in the 21st minute
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@uplandMedia Sat, 13 Jun 2026 18:00:05
Rising number of unregistered refugee-run schools bothers education authorities
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Education authorities are raising concerns over a growing number of unlicensed schools established and operated by refugee communities in Kampala, Mukono, Wakiso, and other parts of the greater metropolitan area. Officials say many of these institutions are operating without registration or licensing from the Ministry of Education and Sports and … The post Rising number of unregistered refugee-run schools bothers education authorities appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 13 Jun 2026 15:00:06
Why Ugandans watch as mob violence claims more lives
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The brutal killing of Uganda Cranes rugby player Sydney Gongodyo has once again forced the country to confront an uncomfortable question: Why does mob violence continue to thrive in Uganda, often in the presence of dozens of witnesses, without anyone stepping in to stop it? As tributes continue to pour … The post Why Ugandans watch as mob violence claims more lives appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 13 Jun 2026 15:00:07
Uganda in the Age of AI
Why steady economic growth may no longer save Uganda from stagnation COMMENT | NNANDA KIZITO SSERUWAGI | I have spent some good time recently ruminating about what is likely to be the future of our small economies in the age of Artificial Intelligence (AI). I have also worried about how our place in the … The post Uganda in the Age of AI appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@theScribeUganda Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:44:41
Minister Babalanda Warns Buganda RDCs Against Indiscipline, Insubordination and Corruption; Calls for Shift to Service Delivery
The Minister for the Presidency and Member of Parliament for Budiope West, Hon. Babirye Milly Babalanda, has cautioned RDCs, RCCs, RISOs and DISOs in Buganda sub-region against indiscipline and insubordination, warning that some officers have connived with others to write negative reports against her office. The Minister made the remarks on Friday while delivering closing remarks at a 3-day capacity-building workshop held at Collins Hotel, Mukono. "Some RDCs were in connivence with people to write negative reports against her office which is an act of disrespect, betrayal and insubordination," Hon. Babalanda said. She urged officers to refrain from absenteeism and
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@uplandMedia Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:00:05
EDUCATION: Only 2 in 10 secondary schools are ICT-ready
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Just two in every ten secondary schools across Uganda meets the minimum standards to be considered ICT-ready, a comprehensive new assessment has revealed, exposing a deep digital divide in the country's education system. The findings mean that more than 80 per cent of secondary schools still lack functional computer laboratories, … The post EDUCATION: Only 2 in 10 secondary schools are ICT-ready appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:00:05
Busoga farmers urged to shift from sugarcane to cocoa
Jinja, Uganda | URN | Officials from the Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) are holding consultative meetings with leaders in Busoga to identify practical solutions for reducing poverty and improving household incomes. According to the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) Sub-Regional Wealth Analysis Report 2022, Busoga ranks as the eighth poorest sub-region in Uganda, … The post Busoga farmers urged to shift from sugarcane to cocoa appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 13 Jun 2026 09:00:04
Integrating indigenous knowledge in District Climate Change Action Plans strengthens climate justice
COMMENT | WALTER AKENA | While growing up in the village, our grandmother always warned us never to sit at the doorway whenever it rained. According to her, sitting at the doorway while it rained was known to bring misfortune, including developing painful boils on the buttocks, commonly known as "odeke" in Acholi. … The post Integrating indigenous knowledge in District Climate Change Action Plans strengthens climate justice appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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