theguardian.com
@theguardian Mon, 18 May 2026 13:22:07
US says American contracted Ebola in Congo as CDC announces new travel screening measures
Health officials to take 'proactive measures' in response to the ongoing Ebola virus epidemic in the DRC and UgandaSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailUS health authorities confirmed on Monday that an American has developed Ebola after being exposed during their work in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC); officials also said that they are taking "proactive measures" to protect US citizens in response to the ongoing Ebola virus epidemic in the DRC and Uganda.Officials with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed the case on Monday and said the individual was being evacuated to Germany. They developed symptoms over the weekend and tested positive late Sunday, said Satish K Pillai, an incident manager for the CDC's Ebola response in a press conference. Continue reading...
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uplandmedia.co.ug
@uplandMedia Mon, 18 May 2026 13:00:05
Rolls-Royce and Range Rover impounded from ex-Speaker Among's Kigo home
Kampala, Uganda | URN | A joint security task force investigating suspected illicit enrichment, money laundering, and corruption has seized two luxury vehicles from former Speaker of Parliament Anita Among's Mutungo-Kigo mansion. One of them is the Rolls-Royce that fuelled the recent social media outcry over corruption allegations. The joint investigations, reportedly sanctioned by President … The post Rolls-Royce and Range Rover impounded from ex-Speaker Among's Kigo home appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 18 May 2026 13:00:05
The world is on the edge of even greater pandemic damage
Kampala, Uganda | FLAVIA NASSAKA – URN | A new global warning on pandemic preparedness has highlighted growing vulnerabilities in the world's ability to prevent, detect, and respond to future disease outbreaks, despite lessons learned from Ebola and COVID-19. The findings are contained in a report by the Global Preparedness Monitoring Board (GPMB), A World … The post The world is on the edge of even greater pandemic damage appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 18 May 2026 12:00:11
Trump settles IRS lawsuit, sets up $1.7B fund for claims of weaponization
President Trump had accused the Treasury Department and IRS of unlawfully allowing a government contractor to leak his tax returns and those of his sons and company.
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allafrica.com
@allafrica Mon, 18 May 2026 09:26:55
Allies of Former Speaker Among Quiet As Corruption Probe Deepens
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- As joint security teams concluded multi-hour searches at the residence of former Speaker Anita Annet Among on Mackinnon Road in Kampala's upscale Nakasero suburb -- and reportedly expanded operations to other properties linked to her associates -- an equally striking development began unfolding online: a quiet but noticeable digital retreat by individuals once publicly aligned with the powerful legislator.
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@kfm Mon, 18 May 2026 09:13:17
Nandutu appeals against four year jail sentence
KAMPALA: Former Bududa Woman Member of Parliament Agnes Nandutu has appealed against the four year jail sentence handed to her by the Anti-Corruption Court in connection with the Karamoja iron sheets scandal. Nandutu was on April 10th, 2026 sentenced to four years in prison by Justice Jane Kajuga Okuo The post Nandutu appeals against four year jail sentence first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Mon, 18 May 2026 09:17:31
June 3 is still a public holiday, says government
KAMPALA: Despite President Museveni postponing this year's Martyrs Day celebrations, the government has clarified that June 3 will still be observed as a public holiday. In a statement released yesterday, the Executive Director of the Uganda Media Centre, Mr Allan Kasujja, said the day will still be observed as The post June 3 is still a public holiday, says government first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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sqoop.co.ug
@sqoop Mon, 18 May 2026 04:53:57
Lydia Jazmine reportedly set to hold Nikkah ceremony today
Reports emerging from sources close to the singer suggest that Lydia Jazmine, real name Lydia Nabawanuka, is reportedly preparing to hold her Nikkah ceremony today, sparking excitement and speculation among fans and entertainment watchers. The rumours gained momentum after one of her close friends, Karma Bae, appeared to hint at the occasion through an emotional The post Lydia Jazmine reportedly set to hold Nikkah ceremony today first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 18 May 2026 08:53:18
Abba Marcus denies cheating, hitting pregnant girlfriend
Abba Marcus has denied allegations made by his girlfriend Angel after she accused him of cheating and physically abusing her during a recent TikTok live session. The controversy erupted after Angel went live on TikTok and accused the rapper of infidelity, while also alleging that he had physically assaulted her, claims that quickly sparked debate The post Abba Marcus denies cheating, hitting pregnant girlfriend first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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uplandmedia.co.ug
@uplandMedia Mon, 18 May 2026 09:00:05
Kigo residents say Among's mansion was built in one year
Wakiso, Uganda | URN | Residents of Kakola-Mutungo Kigo in Makindye Ssabagabo Wakiso district say the multi-billion shilling mansion belonging to outgoing Speaker of the 11th Parliament, Anita Among, was built in less than two years. One resident whose name URN has chosen not to reveal for his safety said the land was first owned … The post Kigo residents say Among's mansion was built in one year appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 18 May 2026 09:00:06
100 million African children are not in school
What's driving the trend and how to reverse it? Many countries across Africa have embraced universal basic education policies in recent decades. But recent data has revealed that more than 100 million children and adolescents remain out of school, out of a total potential population of 469 million. The latest statistics suggest that … The post 100 million African children are not in school appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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