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@allafrica Wed, 15 Apr 2026 02:01:59
I Don't Want to Hear Corruption Again in Parliament - Museveni Warns NRM MPs
[Nile Post] President Yoweri Museveni has issued a stern warning against corruption in Parliament, vowing decisive action against both bribe takers and givers .
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@matookerepublic Wed, 15 Apr 2026 02:12:39
"I am not ready to buy a Rolex at 25k from these fancy restaurants": How roadside cleanups are affecting Uganda's favourite street food
If you've recently walked out of your office or home craving a hot Rolex or a quick kikomando fix, chances are you've returned empty-handed—and slightly heartbroken. Across Uganda, a sweeping enforcement of trade order by city and municipal authorities has seen the demolition of roadside kiosks, containers, and the beloved "rolex guy" stalls. What was The post "I am not ready to buy a Rolex at 25k from these fancy restaurants": How roadside cleanups are affecting Uganda's favourite street food first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:00:51
Spice Diana admits "32 points" moment still stings
Spice Diana has revisited one of the most viral moments of her career, admitting that her infamous "32 points" UACE remark remains her most embarrassing public slip. Speaking during an appearance on Galaxy TV, the singer reflected on the 2018 interview with Faridah Nakazibwe on NTV's Mwasuze Mutya, where she confidently claimed to have scored The post Spice Diana admits "32 points" moment still stings first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:10:01
Museveni earns Shs3.5 million per month—where does he get the money to donate? Ugandans rage over Shs100 million pledge to all NRM MPs-elect
A wave of anger has erupted across social media after President Yoweri Museveni pledged to give Shs100 million to each Member of Parliament-elect aligned with the ruling NRM party, with part of the money expected before their swearing-in in May. Following the 2026 general elections, where the NRM secured about 370 parliamentary seats, the pledge The post Museveni earns Shs3.5 million per month—where does he get the money to donate? Ugandans rage over Shs100 million pledge to all NRM MPs-elect first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:22:56
Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda to Set Afcon 2027 Roadmap Next Week
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda will meet on Thursday, April 23, to develop a roadmap for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which the three East African neighbors will co-host.
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@allafrica Tue, 14 Apr 2026 23:45:19
Fleeing Sudan's War, Refugees Rebuild Their Lives in Uganda
[UN News] On the outskirts of the Ugandan town of Biale, tents are scattered along dirt roads that give way to open fields. The Kriandongo camp sits between a shattered past and a life tentatively being rebuilt. Here, the story does not end with fleeing war. Another phase begins, one where days are measured not in hours, but in the weight of loss and the effort to carry on.
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@allafrica Tue, 14 Apr 2026 23:53:04
Youth Financial Inclusion Rises, but Enterprise Growth Still Out of Reach for Many Businesses
[Nile Post] Uganda's financial inclusion story is often framed as a success, with millions now connected to banks, SACCOs, and mobile money platforms.
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@allafrica Tue, 14 Apr 2026 23:53:05
Entebbe Chief Magistrate Leads Plea Bargaining Drive At Kitala Prison
[Nile Post] The Entebbe Chief Magistrate, Stella Maris Amabilis, has led a plea bargaining sensitisation exercise at Kitala Prison as part of the Judiciary's ongoing efforts to reduce case backlog and promote access to justice.
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@allafrica Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:12:49
Phase II Construction of Ntenjeru-Bule Road Project Commences
[Independent (Kampala)] Construction of the 10.5-kilometre Ntenjeru-Buule Road (Phase II) has officially commenced in Mpata Sub-county, Mukono District, marking a major step in efforts to improve connectivity and boost economic activity in the area. The launch, held at Kiyanja playground, completes the full 18.5km stretch from Ntenjeru to Buule, following an earlier phase covering about 7.5-7.8km.
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@allafrica Tue, 14 Apr 2026 23:55:48
Cleft Condition Triggers Abandonment, Experts Warn
[Nile Post] Families and health experts are raising concern over the social and emotional challenges surrounding cleft lip and palate, with stigma, abandonment, and limited awareness undermining treatment and care despite the condition being medically manageable.
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@allafrica Tue, 14 Apr 2026 23:55:49
1,500 Babies Born Annually With Cleft Lip and Palate in Uganda
[Nile Post] About 1,500 children are born each year with cleft lip and palate in Uganda, with experts warning of serious feeding and breathing challenges that require urgent and specialized care.
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@allafrica Tue, 14 Apr 2026 23:53:04
Uganda Launches 'Nutrition for All' Campaign to Combat Rising Child Malnutrition
[Nile Post] The Government of Uganda has stepped up efforts to combat malnutrition with the launch of the "Nutrition for All" campaign, as health experts and development partners raise alarm over the scale and complexity of the crisis affecting children across the country.
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@sqoop Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:18
Crysto Panda opens up on Sheebah call before Spice Diana collaboration
The new collaboration between Crysto Panda and Spice Diana may sound like just another hit in the making, but behind it lies a thoughtful decision that speaks volumes about relationships within Uganda's music scene. Before stepping into the studio with Spice Diana, Crysto Panda made an unexpected but deliberate move. He reached out to Sheebah The post Crysto Panda opens up on Sheebah call before Spice Diana collaboration first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@allafrica Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:20:36
Low Judiciary Funding Blamed for Remand Home Congestion in Uganda
[Nile Post] Low funding in Uganda's Judiciary has been blamed for the congestion of remand homes, with delays in case handling continuing to worsen across the justice system.
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@allafrica Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:20:37
Construction of Jinja District Headquarters Stalls
[Nile Post] Construction of the Jinja District headquarters has stalled at 65 percent completion, with district officials citing persistent funding shortfalls from the central government as the primary obstacle to the project's completion.
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@allafrica Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:20:39
Regional Integration Takes Centre Stage At Kyankwanzi Retreat
[Nile Post] Regional integration and governance reform have taken centre stage at the ongoing National Resistance Movement (NRM) Leaders' Retreat at the National Leadership Institute (NALI) in Kyankwanzi, with senior political leaders and invited guests calling for urgent and coordinated action to position Africa more competitively in an evolving global order.
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@allafrica Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:20:40
Kapatu Refutes NCHE Claims, Defends Legal Compliance in University Establishment
[Nile Post] Karamoja Peace and Technology University (KAPATU) Project has dismissed claims by the National Council for Higher Education, insisting it has met all legal requirements and remains on course to establish the region's
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@allafrica Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:20:41
Three Tororo Hospital Officials Arrested Over Patient Extortion
[Nile Post] Three officials from Tororo General Hospital have been arrested by the Inspectorate of Government (IGG) over allegations of patient extortion and misconduct uncovered during a monitoring visit in Tororo District.
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@allafrica Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:20:42
Ibanda University to Roll Out Full Science Programmes in Major Academic Expansion
[Nile Post] Ibanda University in Ibanda District is set to introduce full-fledged science degree programmes as part of a strategic expansion aimed at strengthening its academic portfolio and responding to rising demand for science-based education in Uganda.
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@allafrica Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:20:43
Karamoja Varsity Disputes NCHE Claims Over Accreditation, Governance
[Nile Post] Karamoja Peace and Technology University (KAPATU) has rejected allegations by the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE), setting up a dispute over compliance, governance, and the status of its licensing process.
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