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@uplandMedia Wed, 27 May 2026 17:00:05
URA cleared to enforce Shs18.5 billion tax against Nile Breweries
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Commercial Division of the High Court has dismissed with costs an application by Nile Breweries Uganda Limited seeking to block the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) from collecting 18.5 billion Shillings in disputed taxes. The dispute stems from a 2023 tax reassessment by URA, which found that Nile Breweries owed … The post URA cleared to enforce Shs18.5 billion tax against Nile Breweries appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@theguardian Wed, 27 May 2026 15:51:55
WHO chief calls for DRC ceasefire to tackle Ebola outbreak
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warns of 'catastrophic collision of disease and conflict', as Uganda closes border with DRCThe head of the World Health Organization has called for an immediate ceasefire in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo to help tackle the Ebola outbreak there, as Uganda closed its border with its neighbour in an effort to stop the spread.Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus posted on social media that the region was in the midst of a "catastrophic collision of disease and conflict with the Ebola outbreak in Ituri province outpacing the response". Tedros said on Monday that he would travel to the DRC this week. Continue reading...
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@theScribeUganda Wed, 27 May 2026 15:54:07
The Rise of Hon Henry Musasizi
A Story of Patience, Purpose, and Proven Excellence There are appointments that surprise a nation. And then there are appointments that feel like the inevitable arrival of something long overdue, a recognition so fitting, so earned, so perfectly timed that even the skeptics find themselves nodding in quiet agreement. On the evening of May 26, 2026, President Yoweri Museveni announced a sweeping Cabinet reshuffle for Ugandas new 2026–2031 government term. Amid the flurry of names, transfers, and new faces, one promotion stood out with particular resonance. Hon. Henry Musasizi, the quiet, meticulous, numbers-driven legislator from Rubanda East, was elevated from
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@allafrica Wed, 27 May 2026 15:24:06
Ecotrust Kicks Off 27th Anniversary Celebrations
[Independent (Kampala)] Pauline Nantongo Kalunda, Executive Director of the Environmental Conservation Trust of Uganda (ECOTRUST), has described the organisation's 27-year journey as a story of resilience, innovation and transformation in conservation financing.
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@allafrica Wed, 27 May 2026 15:26:24
URA Cleared to Enforce Shs18.5 Billion Tax Against Nile Breweries
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- The Commercial Division of the High Court has dismissed with costs an application by Nile Breweries Uganda Limited seeking to block the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) from collecting 18.5 billion Shillings in disputed taxes.
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@theScribeUganda Wed, 27 May 2026 15:30:04
Kassanda Deputy RDC Calls for Transparency as District is Designated Gold, Tin & Gemstones Trading Hub
Kassanda – Kassanda District Deputy Resident District Commissioner (RDC), Mike Ssegawa, has strongly urged miners and all stakeholders in the minerals sector to uphold transparency and strictly comply with the new Minerals Markets and Buying Centers regulations. The call was made yesterday during a high-level consultation workshop held at Bukuya Town Council in Kassanda District. The meeting attracted a wide array of participants including RDCs, CAOs, DPCs, District Elected Leaders, miners, gold dealers and their leaders. Ssegawa welcomed senior officials from the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development, alongside participants from five districts: Kassanda, Mubende, Kyankwanzi, Kiboga, and Hoima. The
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@uplandMedia Wed, 27 May 2026 15:00:05
Roger Bennett breaks down the U.S. mens national team World Cup roster
Roger Bennett, the founder and CEO of the Men in Blazers Media Network, sits down with CBS Mornings to break down the U.S. mens national team World Cup roster, which was announced on Tuesday.
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@sqoop Wed, 27 May 2026 14:32:58
Karole Kasita responds to economy flight criticism
Ugandan singer Karole Kasita has weighed in on the growing debate surrounding local artists travelling abroad for performances while flying economy class, making it clear that for her, securing the opportunity and getting paid matters more than public perception. The singer was among several Ugandan performers who recently travelled to London for a show, alongside The post Karole Kasita responds to economy flight criticism first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 27 May 2026 14:00:09
PayPal launches digital dollar in Africa to make cross-border payments faster and cheaper
PayPal has expanded its digital dollar, PayPal USD (PYUSD), to users in 70 markets worldwide, including Africa. The move is set to make cross-border payments faster and cheaper for African businesses, freelancers, and online entrepreneurs. The announcement came from San Jose, California on May 26, 2026. PayPal said Africa is a key market for the The post PayPal launches digital dollar in Africa to make cross-border payments faster and cheaper first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Wed, 27 May 2026 13:40:53
UBA Celebrates Africa Day With Vibrant Cultural Showcase Across All Ugandan Branches
[Nile Post] UBA Uganda joined the rest of the continent in commemorating Africa Day with colourful celebrations held at its head office and branches across the country, reaffirming the bank's pan-African identity and commitment to promoting African heritage, unity, and diversity.
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@allafrica Wed, 27 May 2026 13:40:55
Gaming Regulator Moves to Amend Law to Tackle Rise in Online Gambling
[Nile Post] The National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) is in the process of amending Uganda's gaming law to ensure the regulatory framework keeps pace with emerging trends, particularly online gambling.
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@allafrica Wed, 27 May 2026 13:40:56
NSSF Targets 7 Million Members By 2030 As Ayota Unveils Expansion Drive
[Nile Post] The Managing Director of the National Social Security Fund, Patrick Ayota, has unveiled an ambitious plan to double the fund's membership from 3.5 million to seven million by 2030 as the institution intensifies efforts to expand social security coverage and modernise service delivery.
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@allafrica Wed, 27 May 2026 13:40:58
Among Congratulates Oboth, Tayebwa
[Nile Post] Former Speaker of Parliament Anita Among has congratulated newly elected Speaker Jacob Marksons Oboth and Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa following their election to lead Uganda's 12th Parliament.
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