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@sqoop Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:44:03
One year later, Useless Mondays has become a nightlife staple
Mondays are traditionally associated with overflowing inboxes, packed schedules and the struggle of settling back into the work week. But over the last year, Mezo Noir has quietly changed that narrative. On Monday, June 8, the Kololo-based nightlife hotspot, in partnership with global luxury tequila brand Don Julio, marked the first anniversary of its popular The post One year later, Useless Mondays has become a nightlife staple first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:04:44
UPRS royalty pay-out rises to Shs216 million
The Uganda Performing Rights Society (UPRS) has announced a 2025 royalty distribution of Shs216 million to its members, marking an increase from the Shs127 million distributed last year. On paper, the figures suggest progress. The additional Shs89 million represents a notable improvement in collections and signals that efforts to strengthen Ugandas collective management system may The post UPRS royalty pay-out rises to Shs216 million first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sportsOceanUganda Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:26:17
16 years later: South Africa and Mexico meet again in World Cup opener
South Africa's FIFA World Cup journey begins on today, Thursday, June 11, with a highly anticipated opening match against Mexico, as Bafana Bafana look to make a strong start on home soil and inspire a nation eager to relive the magic of 2010. The Group A encounter marks the official opening of the 2026 FIFA
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@allafrica Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:33:59
Museveni Urges Clergy to Avoid Laying Hands On Worshippers Amid Ebola Threat
[Nile Post] President Museveni has called on religious leaders across Uganda to temporarily stop laying hands on worshippers during prayers and healing sessions, warning that the practice could facilitate the spread of Ebola through direct physical contact.
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@allafrica Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:34:00
MPs Seek Answers to End Mob Justice After Rugby Star's Death
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- The Ministry of Internal Affairs has been tasked to present a report to Parliament, on the circumstances surrounding incidents of mob justice in the country.
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@allafrica Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:34:00
Museveni Commends Busoga Boda Boda Riders for Promoting Peace, Govt Program
[Nile Post] President Museveni has commended the boda boda fraternity in Busoga for preserving peace and actively promoting government programmes across the sub-region.
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@allafrica Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:34:01
Ebola - Uganda Still At High Risk
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- A new risk assessment by the World Health Organisation (WHO) shows that the risk of transmission of Ebola Bundibugyo viral disease remains high in Uganda and very high in the neighbouring Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), raising concern over potential cross-border spread.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:00:05
Uganda tightens Ebola prevention measures as cases hold at 19
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Uganda's Ministry of Health on Wednesday announced additional Ebola prevention measures aimed at curbing the possible spread of the disease. Speaking after Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni's national address on the Ebola outbreak, Health Minister Chris Baryomunsi said Ebola prevention guidelines have been distributed to all districts bordering the eastern Democratic … The post Uganda tightens Ebola prevention measures as cases hold at 19 appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:00:06
???? Background to the budget speech
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Minister of Finance, Henry Musasizi will this afternoon present Uganda's sh84.3 trillion shillings budget for the 2026/27 financial year . The budget comes at a time when policymakers are positioning mineral resources, especially oil and gas, as a major driver of growth, industrial development, and future export earnings. For the … The post ???? Background to the budget speech appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:00:07
The Iran war is fueling a global debt shock
Across the Global South, the food- and energy-price shock has morphed into a debt shock that demands an urgent international response COMMENT | MOUSSA FAKI MAHAMAT | As everyone knows, the war in the Middle East has caused a sharp spike in oil, gas, and food prices, creating severe economic hardship worldwide, and especially … The post The Iran war is fueling a global debt shock appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:00:07
Parliament approves €168.9m loan for mega solar irrigation
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Parliament has approved a government request to borrow up to €168.9 million from the United Kingdom Export Finance (UKEF) and Citi Bank to finance Phase II of the Solar Powered Irrigation Systems Project aimed at boosting coffee production and strengthening climate resilience. The loan approved on Wednesday, 10 June … The post Parliament approves €168.9m loan for mega solar irrigation appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:00:08
Pope Leo's encyclical on AI raises genuine concerns
Will AI make civilization less human and hollow out the value of work? COMMENT | KENEDY MUSEKURA | On May 25, 2026, Pope Leo XIV released Magnifica Humanitas (Latin for 'Magnificent Humanity'), his first encyclical letter and most extensive papal document ever dedicated to Artificial Intelligence (AI). This extensive document has been making headlines in … The post Pope Leo's encyclical on AI raises genuine concerns appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:00:09
What's wrong with how US and Uganda plan to stop Ebola spreading?
ANALYSIS | KATRINE L WALLACE | As public health workers in the Democratic Republic of Congo work to rein in a growing outbreak of a rare Ebola virus, other countries are establishing protocols for keeping their own populations safe. As of May 27, 2026, Congo has reported more than 1,000 suspected and confirmed cases, … The post What's wrong with how US and Uganda plan to stop Ebola spreading? appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:00:09
MPs seek answers to end mob justice after rugby star's death
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDPENDENT | The Ministry of Internal Affairs has been tasked to present a report to Parliament, on the circumstances surrounding incidents of mob justice in the country. The directive by the Prime Minister, Robinah Nabbanja, follows concerns by Members of Parliament over the death of rugby player Sydney Gongodyo Gyabi, who … The post MPs seek answers to end mob justice after rugby star's death appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:00:04
Brothers memory inspires Williams for World Cup opener
Ronwen Williams brother Marvin, who died in a car crash in 2010, is a source of inspiration as the goalkeeper captains South Africa against Mexico in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup.
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@theScribeUganda Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:35:34
UGANDAN TECH ELITE SHINE AT THE HUAWEI ICT COMPETITION GLOBAL FINALS IN SHENZHEN
Uganda's accelerating digital transformation, top-tier tech students from Uganda Martyrs University and Mountains of the Moon University delivered a commanding performance at the global finals of the 2025-2026 Huawei ICT Competition held at Huawei's headquarters in Shenzhen, China from 1st -5th June 2026. Operating under the global theme Connection, Glory, Future, the prestigious event placed Ugandas brightest minds against the absolute best young tech talent in the world, solidifying the nations standing as an emerging powerhouse in the sub-Saharan technology sector. This year's Huawei ICT Competition marked the 10th edition of the annual competitions and the largest of its
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@matookerepublic Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:52:57
Uganda Airlines signs deal for 10 new Boeing planes to grow routes and cargo business
Uganda Airlines is getting bigger. On Wednesday at State House, the national carrier signed a commitment with Boeing to buy 10 new aircraft. President Yoweri Museveni witnessed the signing alongside government officials, US Embassy representatives, Uganda Airlines board members, and Boeing executives. The order is split into two parts. Uganda Airlines will add eight new The post Uganda Airlines signs deal for 10 new Boeing planes to grow routes and cargo business first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:34:06
How subsidised eco-stoves are changing kitchens across Uganda
For years, Jian Namuhenge spent about Shs80,000 every month on charcoal. Like millions of Ugandans, she cooked on a traditional charcoal stove and thought that was the only option. That changed with one switch. Today, the same sack of charcoal lasts her nearly three months. "I used to buy a sack of charcoal at about The post How subsidised eco-stoves are changing kitchens across Uganda first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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