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Why DRC's latest Ebola outbreak is raising regional alarm
KINSHASA, DRC | Xinhua | The latest Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has spread beyond its initial epicenter in Ituri province to additional areas in eastern DRC, with confirmed imported cases reported in neighboring Uganda, prompting the World Health Organization (WHO) to declare an international public health emergency. About 435 … The post Why DRC's latest Ebola outbreak is raising regional alarm appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@allafrica Wed, 20 May 2026 05:10:53
Uganda Turns to Tourism Diplomacy to Attract More Australian Travellers
[Nile Post] The delegation, made up of travel professionals, tourism marketers, media representatives and destination advocates, recently concluded a nationwide tour exploring Uganda's major attractions.
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@sqoop Wed, 20 May 2026 06:29:00
The Saha–Pallaso timeline
In Uganda's music industry, some feuds die quietly. Others fade into X (formerly Twitter) threads. But then there is the ongoing saga between King Saha and Pallaso, a rivalry that has refused every peaceful exit door offered, including maturity, silence, and common sense. It all started like most Kampala beefs: subtle shade, competitive performances, and The post The Saha–Pallaso timeline first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Wed, 20 May 2026 06:02:35
Why Uganda Must Guide Its Democracy
[Independent (Kampala)] Come to think of it, the problem is not democracy. The problem is the bureaucracy of democracy. It is the forms, the noise, the elbowing, and the sudden appearance of all manner of candidates who discover public service only when a chair is about to fall vacant.
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@allafrica Wed, 20 May 2026 05:03:37
Today in History - Buganda Orders Obote to Leave Its Territory
[Nile Post] On this day in 1966, the Buganda regional parliament, the Lukiiko, passed a dramatic resolution demanding that Prime Minister Milton Obote's central government vacate Buganda territory within 10 days.
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@allafrica Wed, 20 May 2026 05:04:11
Bank of Uganda to Hold Kabale Townhall On Economy, Financial Inclusion
[Nile Post] Bank of Uganda is set to meet residents and stakeholders in Kabale District for a townhall meeting aimed at explaining the Central Bank's role in managing the economy and strengthening public understanding of financial services.
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@allafrica Wed, 20 May 2026 05:04:44
NUP Fronts Paul Mwiru for Parliament Speaker's Race
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- The opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) has officially nominated Paul Mwiru as its candidate for Speaker of Uganda's 12th Parliament, setting the stage for a highly contested leadership vote ahead of the new Parliament's opening on May 25.
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@allafrica Wed, 20 May 2026 05:08:39
Eadb Unveils $13m Fund to Support Young and Women-Led Businesses
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- The East African Development Bank (EADB) has launched a $13mn fund targeting youth- and women-led enterprises, as the regional lender moves to deepen access to development finance across East Africa.
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@allafrica Wed, 20 May 2026 05:11:08
Kinkizi West MP Kaberuka Urges Kanungu Leaders to Prioritize Unity, Fight Corruption
[Nile Post] James Ruugi Kaberuka has urged leaders in Kanungu District to fight corruption and avoid political quarrels that undermine unity and slow development.
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@allafrica Wed, 20 May 2026 05:03:54
EC Begins Voters Register Display Ahead of Kalangala Woman MP By-Election
[Nile Post] Electoral Commission Uganda has commenced the display of the National Voters Register in Kalangala District ahead of the by-election for the District Woman Representative in Parliament scheduled for June 24, 2026.
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@allafrica Wed, 20 May 2026 05:08:20
Airtel Uganda Starts Direct-to-Cell Starlink Trials
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Airtel Uganda has commenced testing of the Starlink Direct-to-Cell satellite service in a move aimed at expanding connectivity and improving network access in hard-to-reach areas across the country.
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@allafrica Wed, 20 May 2026 05:12:03
Forest Pharmacy - How Kibale's Chimpanzees Use Nature to Boost Health and Sexual Vitality
[Nile Post] Deep within the lush ecosystem of Kibale Forest National Park, a remarkable story of survival, instinct and natural medicine unfolds every day.
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@sqoop Wed, 20 May 2026 05:01:08
Pictorial: What you missed at the Linus Tattoo Party
The Linus Tattoo Party returned in style, delivering an unforgettable night of music, body art and high energy vibes for Kampala's party lovers. The immersive experience brought together top DJs and artists for a wholesome entertainment showcase featuring electrifying house sets, dancehall grooves and dynamic afro house sounds that kept revellers on their feet all The post Pictorial: What you missed at the Linus Tattoo Party first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 20 May 2026 05:00:04
EBOLA: Officials intensify screening, surveillance along DRC border districts
Hoima, Uganda | URN | Heightened Ebola screening, surveillance, and control measures have been intensified along the Uganda–DR Congo border districts following confirmed cases in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda. Ebola screening centres have been reactivated in the districts of Hoima, Buliisa, Kagadi, Fort Portal, Kikuube, Pakwach, Nebbi, and Arua following … The post EBOLA: Officials intensify screening, surveillance along DRC border districts appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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