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Today in History - Buganda Orders Obote to Leave Its Territory
[Nile Post] On this day in 1966, the Buganda regional parliament, the Lukiiko, passed a dramatic resolution demanding that Prime Minister Milton Obote's central government vacate Buganda territory within 10 days.
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@allafrica Wed, 20 May 2026 10:04:11
Bank of Uganda to Hold Kabale Townhall On Economy, Financial Inclusion
[Nile Post] Bank of Uganda is set to meet residents and stakeholders in Kabale District for a townhall meeting aimed at explaining the Central Bank's role in managing the economy and strengthening public understanding of financial services.
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@allafrica Wed, 20 May 2026 10:04:44
NUP Fronts Paul Mwiru for Parliament Speaker's Race
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- The opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) has officially nominated Paul Mwiru as its candidate for Speaker of Uganda's 12th Parliament, setting the stage for a highly contested leadership vote ahead of the new Parliament's opening on May 25.
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@allafrica Wed, 20 May 2026 10:08:39
Eadb Unveils $13m Fund to Support Young and Women-Led Businesses
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- The East African Development Bank (EADB) has launched a $13mn fund targeting youth- and women-led enterprises, as the regional lender moves to deepen access to development finance across East Africa.
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@allafrica Wed, 20 May 2026 10:11:08
Kinkizi West MP Kaberuka Urges Kanungu Leaders to Prioritize Unity, Fight Corruption
[Nile Post] James Ruugi Kaberuka has urged leaders in Kanungu District to fight corruption and avoid political quarrels that undermine unity and slow development.
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@allafrica Wed, 20 May 2026 10:03:54
EC Begins Voters Register Display Ahead of Kalangala Woman MP By-Election
[Nile Post] Electoral Commission Uganda has commenced the display of the National Voters Register in Kalangala District ahead of the by-election for the District Woman Representative in Parliament scheduled for June 24, 2026.
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@allafrica Wed, 20 May 2026 10:08:20
Airtel Uganda Starts Direct-to-Cell Starlink Trials
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Airtel Uganda has commenced testing of the Starlink Direct-to-Cell satellite service in a move aimed at expanding connectivity and improving network access in hard-to-reach areas across the country.
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@allafrica Wed, 20 May 2026 10:12:03
Forest Pharmacy - How Kibale's Chimpanzees Use Nature to Boost Health and Sexual Vitality
[Nile Post] Deep within the lush ecosystem of Kibale Forest National Park, a remarkable story of survival, instinct and natural medicine unfolds every day.
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@sqoop Wed, 20 May 2026 10:01:08
Pictorial: What you missed at the Linus Tattoo Party
The Linus Tattoo Party returned in style, delivering an unforgettable night of music, body art and high energy vibes for Kampala's party lovers. The immersive experience brought together top DJs and artists for a wholesome entertainment showcase featuring electrifying house sets, dancehall grooves and dynamic afro house sounds that kept revellers on their feet all The post Pictorial: What you missed at the Linus Tattoo Party first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 20 May 2026 10:00:04
EBOLA: Officials intensify screening, surveillance along DRC border districts
Hoima, Uganda | URN | Heightened Ebola screening, surveillance, and control measures have been intensified along the Uganda–DR Congo border districts following confirmed cases in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda. Ebola screening centres have been reactivated in the districts of Hoima, Buliisa, Kagadi, Fort Portal, Kikuube, Pakwach, Nebbi, and Arua following … The post EBOLA: Officials intensify screening, surveillance along DRC border districts appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 20 May 2026 10:00:05
Why Uganda must guide its democracy
COMMENT | CRISPIN KAHERU | Come to think of it, the problem is not democracy. The problem is the bureaucracy of democracy. It is the forms, the noise, the elbowing, and the sudden appearance of all manner of candidates who discover public service only when a chair is about to fall vacant. Next week, Uganda's … The post Why Uganda must guide its democracy appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 20 May 2026 10:00:06
EADB unveils $13m fund to support young and women-led businesses
The announcement coincided with a strong improvement in the bank's financial performance Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The East African Development Bank (EADB) has launched a $13mn fund targeting youth- and women-led enterprises, as the regional lender moves to deepen access to development finance across East Africa. The facility was unveiled during the bank's … The post EADB unveils $13m fund to support young and women-led businesses appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 20 May 2026 10:00:07
Inside the Nairobi Declaration
Africa Forward Summit adopts 11-point Nairobi declaration to advance inclusive growth, innovation Nairobi, Kenya | AGENCIES | Leaders from African countries and France a week back adopted the Nairobi Declaration at the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, setting out priority areas for cooperation on security, trade, energy and technology amid global economic uncertainty. French … The post Inside the Nairobi Declaration appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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URA and Tax Appeals Tribunal's 30% question
Uganda's private sector pushes for reform of a disputed tax appeals requirement Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | For any business in Uganda, receiving a tax assessment from the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) is normal. What is becoming impossible, however, is paying to challenge it. Under Section 15(1) of the Tax Appeals Tribunal Act, … The post URA and Tax Appeals Tribunal's 30% question appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@sqoop Wed, 20 May 2026 08:58:35
Triplets Ghetto Kids set sights on World Cup stage after Shakira nod
Uganda's internationally celebrated dance crew, the Triplets Ghetto Kids, could soon find themselves performing on one of the world's biggest entertainment stages after Colombian superstar Shakira publicly expressed interest in featuring them at the FIFA World Cup 2026 final halftime show. Excitement erupted online after Shakira reportedly came across one of the group's energetic dance The post Triplets Ghetto Kids set sights on World Cup stage after Shakira nod first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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