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Musician Master Parrot Dies in Northern Bypass Road Accident
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Former Leone Island and Firebase Crew music artist David Sifaayo, popularly known as Master Parrot, has died in a road crash along the Northern Bypass in Kampala. The artist reportedly died on Monday night after being struck by a speeding vehicle while attempting to cross the road in Busega at about 8:00 p.m.
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@allafrica Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:12:18
Education Ministry Dismisses Claims of School Closures Over Ebola
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- The Ministry of Education and Sports has dismissed claims circulating both online and offline that schools across Uganda have been closed or suspended because of Ebola.
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@allafrica Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:53:08
Ebola's Long Shadow Over the World Cup
[Independent (Kampala)] On May 30, as football fans around the world counted down to the start of the FIFA World Cup in North America and airlines prepared for the annual surge in summer travel, the World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus was sitting in Bunia, a city in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, listening to community leaders describe a very different reality.
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@sportsOceanUganda Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:07:27
Uganda Cranes touch down in Morocco for June international friendlies
The Uganda Cranes have safely arrived in Morocco ahead of their two international friendly matches scheduled during the June 2026 FIFA international window. The national team delegation travelled from Entebbe through Doha and Casablanca before reaching Marrakech, where preparations are set to begin for the upcoming encounters against Tanzania and Madagascar. Upon arrival, Uganda Cranes
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@uplandMedia Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:00:04
Mukono councilor suffered severe internal bleeding before sudden death
Mukono, Uganda | URN | Fresh medical information has provided new details into the sudden death of Hon. Henry Kittatta Nagwano, the 32-year-old Katente Parish Councilor in Nakisunga Sub-county, Mukono District, who died just hours after being sworn into office on Friday. According to Brian Kakaire, the director of Science High School in Kitega, who is … The post Mukono councilor suffered severe internal bleeding before sudden death appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:00:05
Dual Citizenship row casts shadow over vetting of new cabinet nominees
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The vetting of newly appointed Cabinet ministers has been overshadowed by a growing controversy over the eligibility of nominees alleged to hold dual citizenship, after the Leader of the Opposition, Joel Ssenyonyi, challenged their suitability for ministerial office. Speaking to journalists at Parliament on Monday, Ssenyonyi urged any nominees holding citizenship … The post Dual Citizenship row casts shadow over vetting of new cabinet nominees appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:00:06
Sunday earthquake leaves no damage or loss of life
Kampala, Uganda | URN | An earthquake that struck Uganda on Sunday night caused no significant damage or loss of life, according to the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development. The tremor occurred at 9:19:21 p.m. and was felt across several parts of the country, including Kampala, Lira, Apac, Gulu, Nakasongola, Masindi, Luwero, Wakiso, Mbale, Jinja, … The post Sunday earthquake leaves no damage or loss of life appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:00:07
Ebola's long shadow over the World Cup
As the football jamboree approaches, a rare Ebola type in Central Africa is testing global vigilance COVER STORY | RONALD MUSOKE | On May 30, as football fans around the world counted down to the start of the FIFA World Cup in North America and airlines prepared for the annual surge in summer travel, the … The post Ebola's long shadow over the World Cup appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:00:07
Uganda's Best Farmers embark on Netherlands tour to explore modern agricultural innovation
Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Uganda's dfcu Bank, together with the Embassy of the Netherlands, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, De Heus Koudijs Nutrition BV, Vision Group and New Vision Foundation, has officially flagged off the 2025 Best Farmers Competition winners for an agricultural study and exposure visit to the Netherlands, one of the world's leading … The post Uganda's Best Farmers embark on Netherlands tour to explore modern agricultural innovation appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@allafrica Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:41:14
Medical Intern Crisis Exposes Paradox in Museveni's Science-Led Economy
[Nile Post] Uganda's science policy carries a paradox that is becoming increasingly difficult to reconcile with lived reality. On paper, the state has firmly committed itself to a science-led economy. The emphasis is clear: doctors, engineers, agriculturalists, mathematicians and technologists are presented as the foundation of Uganda's future development trajectory.
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@allafrica Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:46:17
Presidential Secretary Mafumo Defends Janet Museveni Amid FDC Criticism
[Nile Post] Assistant Private Secretary to President Museveni, Kefa Mafumo, has defended First Lady Janet Museveni's continued tenure as Minister of Education and Sports, dismissing calls by the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) for her removal from Cabinet.
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@allafrica Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:14:33
On the Sanctity of the Pen - a Charge to Those Who Wield It
[Nile Post] The pen is not a toy. It is a scepter. In the hands of the righteous, it builds empires of truth. In the hands of the reckless, it becomes a dagger that strikes in the dark.
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@sqoop Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:02:17
Salvador apologises to Bruno K after social media fallout
Comedian Patrick "Salvador" Idringi has publicly apologised to singer Bruno K following a social media exchange that sparked heated debate among fans. The fallout began after Salvador commented under a post in which Bruno K was advocating for justice for a minor he alleged had been exploited. The comedian's remark did not sit well with The post Salvador apologises to Bruno K after social media fallout first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:04:04
New Cabinet Under the Microscope As Parliament Opens Vetting Sessions
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala\ -- Parliament's Appointments Committee on Monday commenced the vetting of newly appointed Cabinet Ministers and Ministers of State, launching a constitutionally mandated process that will determine which of President Yoweri Museveni's latest ministerial nominees formally assume office.
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@allafrica Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:03:45
Ministerial Nominees Face Parliament's Appointments Committee
[Nile Post] The Appointments Committee of Parliament convened on June 1, 2026, to begin the vetting of newly appointed ministers in a closed-door session involving all 37 members of the committee.
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@allafrica Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:11:23
Police Tight-Lipped On Anita Among's Corruption Probe
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- The Uganda Police Force (UPF) has declined to provide detailed updates on the ongoing high-profile investigations into alleged corruption involving several politicians, including former Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among. The probe, reportedly sanctioned by President Yoweri Museveni, began on May 16, 2026, with detectives from the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID), Forensic Services, and support from Defence Intelligence and Security (DIS) and Special Forces Command (SFC) conducting
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@sqoop Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:48:48
Dr Hilary Okello blasts money-seeking comedians mid-performance
Veteran comedian and events host Dr Hilary Okello has weighed in on the growing trend of comedians interrupting performances to solicit money from audience members, describing the practice as unprofessional and unfair to paying revellers. Speaking during a recent interview, Okello argued that once performers step on stage, their focus should remain on entertaining audiences The post Dr Hilary Okello blasts money-seeking comedians mid-performance first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:08:09
Eye Care & Screen Time: Protecting Your Eyes in a Digital World
Article by Dr. Intisar Khalafallah Awad, Ophthalmologist Specialist at UMC Victoria Hospital In today's digital age, screens are part of everyday life. Whether working on computers, scrolling through phones, attending online meetings, or watching television, many people spend hours looking at screens. While technology has made life easier, prolonged screen exposure can affect eye health The post Eye Care & Screen Time: Protecting Your Eyes in a Digital World first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:22:56
20 African Cities Selected as Full U.S. Visa Processing Hubs
[Nile Post] Kampala has been retained as one of only 20 US visa processing hubs in Africa under a major restructuring plan by the administration of President Donald Trump, positioning Uganda as a key regional gateway for travelers seeking entry to the United States.
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