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@allafrica Wed, 06 May 2026 02:02:32
Taxi Operators Bemoan Exclusion From Kampala Transport Reforms
[Nile Post] The Federation of Uganda Taxi Operators (UTOF) has raised concern over what it describes as exclusion from consultations surrounding the rollout of electric buses in Kampala, calling for greater inclusion in ongoing transport reforms led by the city authorities.
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@allafrica Wed, 06 May 2026 01:48:39
May 12 Declared a Public Holiday for Museveni Swearing-in
[Nile Post] Tuesday, May 12, has been declared a public holiday to mark the swearing-in of President-elect Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, following his victory in the January 15 presidential elections.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 06 May 2026 00:50:10
Two Rwandan nationals jailed for selling fake HIV "cure" at Shs150,000 in Masaka
Two Rwandan men have been jailed for three years after admitting to conning HIV patients with fake treatment in Masaka. The Masaka Chief Magistrate's Court found Festo Mugabe, 37, and Nathan Karamuzi, 28, guilty of running an illegal operation that sold unverified "cures" to vulnerable people. The pair, who had been living in Kakuuto Sub-county The post Two Rwandan nationals jailed for selling fake HIV "cure" at Shs150,000 in Masaka first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Wed, 06 May 2026 00:24:30
Buluuli Residents Urged to Stand in Solidarity With Kingdom On Sovereignty Bill
[Nile Post] Residents of Buluuli have been urged to stand in solidarity with the Buganda Kingdom as discussions continue over the proposed Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026, currently undergoing national consultations.
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@sportsOceanUganda Tue, 05 May 2026 14:15:40
Goalkeeper Ssebwalunyo's April heroics earn him Fortebet Real Stars top honour
NEC FC goalkeeper Hannington Ssebwalunyo delivered one of the most remarkable individual months in recent memory to claim the top prize at the April Fortebet Real Stars Sports Monthly Awards, held today, May 5, at Nanjing Restaurant in Kampala.At 36, Ssebwalunyo proved experience still counts, producing a string of standout performances that saw him keep
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@sqoop Tue, 05 May 2026 12:51:04
OPINION: Uganda's dancehall stars had the spotlight and fumbled it
There is a thin line between excitement and disorder, and at the press conference for Jamaican dancehall star Spice in Luzira, that line was crossed a little too quickly. The Jamaican star had barely settled into Kampala after her Monday morning arrival when she was ushered into what was meant to be a structured media The post OPINION: Uganda's dancehall stars had the spotlight and fumbled it first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Tue, 05 May 2026 12:51:04
How Uganda's dancehall stars fumbled Spice's big moment
There is a thin line between excitement and disorder, and at the press conference for Jamaican dancehall star Spice in Luzira, that line was crossed a little too quickly. The Jamaican star had barely settled into Kampala after her Monday morning arrival when she was ushered into what was meant to be a structured media The post How Uganda's dancehall stars fumbled Spice's big moment first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Tue, 05 May 2026 12:56:13
Does Kampala have a nightlife anyway?
They call Kampala the party capital. And if by "party capital" we mean thousands of people sitting down to drink in different locations, then yes, absolutely. We are basically Ibiza, with boda bodas, potholes with roads and better Rolex. For years, Kampala has proudly carried this title like a birthright. Why? Because we have bars. The post Does Kampala have a nightlife anyway? first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Tue, 05 May 2026 12:02:44
Pearl Bank Backs 'Just Believe Day' to Support 1,000 Vulnerable Families in Kawempe
[Nile Post] Pearl Bank has extended its support to the "Just Believe Day" outreach, a high-impact initiative aimed at feeding and uplifting 1,000 vulnerable families in Kawempe-Kazo, a densely populated suburb of Kampala.
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@allafrica Tue, 05 May 2026 12:02:44
Dominant Musu Beats Nte in Buganda Airtel Bika Opener At Wankulukuku
[Nile Post] The Airtel Bika Cup 2026 burst into life at Wankulukulu, with the Musu clan registering a commanding 3-1 victory over Nte in an entertaining opening football encounter.
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@allafrica Tue, 05 May 2026 12:02:44
Uganda Targets Turkish Market With Strategic Tourism Push After Successful Familiarisation Trip
[Nile Post] Uganda is ramping up efforts to attract more international visitors, with a renewed focus on Trkiye as a high-potential tourism source market. This follows the successful conclusion of a 10-day familiarisation trip for Turkish tour operators, capped off with a business-to-business (B2B) engagement in Kampala.
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@allafrica Tue, 05 May 2026 12:02:45
Today in History - Parliament Backs Referendum That Triggered Shift From Movement System
[Nile Post] Uganda's Parliament on May 4, 2005 voted to hold a national referendum on restoring multiparty politics, marking a decisive turning point in the country's political direction after nearly two decades under the Movement system.
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@allafrica Tue, 05 May 2026 12:02:45
ABC Capital Bank Reports Strong Profit Rebound As Turnaround Gains Momentum
[Nile Post] ABC Capital Bank Limited has once again announced a growth in profits, signaling a strengthening turnaround strategy anchored on sustained investment in digital transformation, product diversification, and enhanced corporate governance.
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@allafrica Tue, 05 May 2026 12:02:46
Katikkiro Mayiga Criticizes Uganda's 'Obsession' With Lavish Ceremonies, Urges Focus On Quality Work
[Nile Post] The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has criticized the growing tendency among Ugandans to prioritize ceremonies over quality work, warning that the culture is undermining sustainable development.
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@allafrica Tue, 05 May 2026 12:02:46
Bukedi Leaders Turn to Coffee,Cocoa in New Fight Against Poverty
[Nile Post] Leaders in Bukedi Sub-region have intensified efforts to fight household poverty through the promotion of coffee and cocoa growing, crops they believe could transform the region economically after decades of dependence on low-income farming.
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@allafrica Tue, 05 May 2026 12:02:47
North Kigezi Bishop Visits Besigye in Luzira, Marks His 70th Birthday
[Nile Post] The Bishop of North Kigezi Diocese, Rt. Rev. Onesimus Asiimwe, on Sunday conducted a pastoral visit to veteran opposition leader and four-time presidential candidate, Col (Rtd) Dr. Kizza Besigye, at Luzira Maximum Security Prison.
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@allafrica Tue, 05 May 2026 12:02:47
Abeeka Band Proves Live Bands Can Headline and Sell Out Shows
[Nile Post] By midday on Saturday, the signs of a major event were already evident. Social media platforms were abuzz, guests shared unsolicited updates, and the stretch of road from Ndere Centre to Kisaasi steadily filled with cars hours before the show began.
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@allafrica Tue, 05 May 2026 12:02:47
Anadolu Foundation Brings Clean Water Relief to Vulnerable Communities in Jinja
[Nile Post] Residents of Bulakabya village in Busede Sub-county, Jinja District have received a major boost in access to safe water following the construction of two boreholes by the Anadolu Foundation in partnership with ESUGA Uganda.
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