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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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@uplandMedia Mon, 18 May 2026 09:00:07
Uganda targets high export earnings with processed pineapple trade
Kampala, Uganda | PATRICIA AKANKWATSA | Uganda's first commercial export of canned pineapple to China is being presented as more than a ceremonial trade breakthrough. Government officials, investors, and development agencies say the shipment reflects a wider attempt to reposition Uganda from an exporter of raw agricultural commodities to a supplier of processed food … The post Uganda targets high export earnings with processed pineapple trade appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 18 May 2026 09:00:07
NWSC bets on scale, tech and climate finance in $2.2bn push
The corporation expanded from 258 to 287 towns in five years, with connections rising from 724,000 to over one million NEWS ANALYSIS | JULIUS BUSINGE | Uganda's National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) is accelerating one of the most ambitious public utility transformation programmes in sub-Saharan Africa, combining large-scale infrastructure expansion with digital water … The post NWSC bets on scale, tech and climate finance in $2.2bn push appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@sqoop Fri, 15 May 2026 07:38:08
Why Feffe Bussi's concert feels bigger than just a show
Kampala's entertainment industry moved as one on Thursday evening as some of Uganda's biggest stars turned up in full force to back Feffe Bussi during the official 'HipHop Ku Ntiko' press conference ahead of his much-anticipated concert at Lugogo Cricket Oval this Friday. What was expected to be a routine media briefing quickly transformed into The post Why Feffe Bussi's concert feels bigger than just a show first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Mon, 18 May 2026 06:51:53
Linus Tats breaks silence on Scotts Maphuma's no-show at Lugogo event
A few days after fans were left disappointed by the unexpected absence of South African performer Scotts Maphuma at the recently concluded Linus Tattoo Party, organisers and Linus Tats have finally broken their silence, revealing details surrounding the artist's failure to perform. In an official statement issued following the event held at Lugogo Millennium Grounds, The post Linus Tats breaks silence on Scotts Maphuma's no-show at Lugogo event first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 18 May 2026 07:00:05
Among allies quiet as corruption probe deepens
Kampala, Uganda | URN | 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 … The post Among allies quiet as corruption probe deepens appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@sqoop Mon, 18 May 2026 06:31:00
Youngins vibe at Linus Tattoo Party
Kampala experienced one of the most immersive events this year at the Linus Tattoo Party at Millennium Grounds on Friday night. Making its second appearance on the social scene, the Linus Tattoo Party proved why it is quickly becoming more than just another party. It fused body art, music, fashion and youth culture into one The post Youngins vibe at Linus Tattoo Party first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Mon, 18 May 2026 05:59:25
Justine Nameere Released, Turns Around to Denounce Among's Speakership Bid
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Justine Nameere Nsubuga, the Masaka City Woman Member of Parliament, re-surfaced after spending hours under what some described as military abduction.
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@allafrica Mon, 18 May 2026 05:55:44
Among X Message - 'I Have Thrown in the Towel'
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- A tweet on X last night indicates that Anita Annet Among has withdrawn from the race for Speaker of Parliament. The outgoing Speaker has not made any public statement since security raided her homes in an ongoing corruption investigation at the weekend.
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@allafrica Mon, 18 May 2026 05:58:16
Senior Presidential Advisor Dies In Car Accident
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Senior Presidential Advisor and Chairperson of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) for Kayunga District, Moses Karangwa Kalisa, has died following a tragic road accident.
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@sqoop Mon, 18 May 2026 05:41:25
King Saha claims Pallaso was behind violent attack
King Saha has accused fellow musician Pallaso of being behind an alleged violent attack targeting him, marking a dramatic escalation in the pair's ongoing public fallout. The two artists have been embroiled in a bitter feud since an altercation at Supremacy Lounge several days ago. At the time, Pallaso alleged that Saha intended to harm The post King Saha claims Pallaso was behind violent attack first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 18 May 2026 05:54:09
PHOTOS: Has Lydia Jazmine finally found love?
Singer Lydia Jazmine has sparked fresh excitement online after reports emerged that she may have secretly got married in a private Nikkah ceremony. The singer, born Lydia Nabawanuka, is reportedly said to have embraced Islam and adopted the name "Yazmin", although she has not publicly confirmed the claims. Speculation has intensified after Lydia Jazmine shared The post PHOTOS: Has Lydia Jazmine finally found love? first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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