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@theguardian Wed, 08 Apr 2026 06:38:15
What's behind the worrying rise in anti-LGBTQ+ laws across Africa?
Rooted in colonialism, legislation backed by governments eager for popularity is obstructing real progress for queer minoritiesDon't get The Long Wave delivered to your inbox? Sign up hereHello and welcome to The Long Wave. It's Morgan here, covering for Nesrine this week. There has been a recent rise in anti-LGBTQ legislation across a number of African countries that already have strict sexuality laws.I spoke with LGBTQ+ people and activists fighting against the narrative that their identities are an imported "western" creation to better understand the impact of these new laws, why they are happening, and how foreign lobbying groups are pushing for more draconian laws. Continue reading...
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@sportsOceanUganda Wed, 08 Apr 2026 06:04:58
CAF President Motsepe expected in Senegal amid AFCON title controversy
The President of the Confederation of African Football, Patrice Motsepe, is set to visit Senegal this today, Wednesday, 8 April 2026 for talks with President Bassirou Diomaye Faye and officials from the Fédération Sénégalaise de Football. The visit comes amid escalating tensions following CAF's decision to strip Senegal of the 2025 AFCON title after their
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@allafrica Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:19:21
Mufumbiro's Wife Dead After Long Battle With Cancer
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Edith Katende Mufumbiro, the wife of National Unity Platform (NUP) Deputy Spokesperson Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro, has passed away following a long struggle with cancer.
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@allafrica Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:21:39
Activists Demand Urgent Action As Alcohol Abuse Tightens Grip On Kampala Youth
[Nile Post] Civil society activists under the Uganda Alcohol Policy Alliance have called on the government, religious leaders, and Members of Parliament to intensify efforts to combat excessive alcohol consumption, particularly among young people in urban communities.
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@allafrica Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:22:24
Govt Secures Shs 2.1 Trillion for Urban Development Programme to Boost Jobs and Infrastructure
[Nile Post] The Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development has announced the approval of a $540 million (approximately UGX 2.1 trillion) funding package from the World Bank to implement the Uganda Cities and Municipalities Infrastructure Development (UCMID) Programme.
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@allafrica Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:32:39
Buganda Leaders Trained On 'Tubeere Balamu' Health Insurance Initiative
[Nile Post] Leaders in the Buganda Kingdom have been trained on the "Tubeere Balamu" health insurance scheme, an initiative aimed at improving access to affordable healthcare among the kingdom's people.
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@allafrica Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:18:54
Opposition Unveils Alternative Budget for Fy 2026/27
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- The Leader of the Opposition, Joel Ssenyonyi, has delivered an alternative national budget for the 2026/27 financial year, presenting a departure from the government's current budget proposal for the next financial year.
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@allafrica Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:22:07
New Urban Programme Aims to Decongest Kampala, Drive Economic Growth in Cities
[Nile Post] Uganda is turning to its cities as engines of economic transformation, following the approval of a $540 million urban development programme by the World Bank.
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@sqoop Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:04:08
I finally get "Kameza" money – Kansiime opens up on love that found her at 40
Comedian Anne Kansiime has shared a refreshing and deeply personal update about her love life, revealing that for the first time, she is experiencing a relationship where she is being taken care of. Speaking during an interview with Wonder Jr, Kansiime confirmed she is no longer single, but also not married. "I am not married, The post I finally get "Kameza" money – Kansiime opens up on love that found her at 40 first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@kfm Wed, 08 Apr 2026 03:28:13
Museveni expected in Kyankwanzi today
President Museveni who is also the chairman of the National Resistance Movement -NRM, is this afternoon expected in Kyankwnazi to give a keynote address to a number of legislators from the ruling party including the independent party leaning. More than 359 newly elected NRM MPs and more than 40 Independent The post Museveni expected in Kyankwanzi today first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Wed, 08 Apr 2026 04:00:18
Ggaba murder suspect expected in court today
The suspect, Christopher Okello Onyum 39 years of age, a resident of Katumba Zone in Kyanja, Nakawa Division, was yesterday arraigned before the Makindye Magistrates Court on four counts of murder. Court proceedings were presided over by Grade One Magistrate Nanjala Aidah, who ordered the accused to return to court The post Ggaba murder suspect expected in court today first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Wed, 08 Apr 2026 04:08:00
Mao cautioned against attending NRM retreat
DP at Heart, a pressure group within the opposition Democratic Party has cautioned the party president general, also the justice and constitutional affairs minister, Norbert Mao, against attending a retreat of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM), warning that the move could undermine the party's independence. The group led by The post Mao cautioned against attending NRM retreat first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@allafrica Wed, 08 Apr 2026 04:05:14
Uganda Pumps Shs905 Billion Into Afcon 2027 Drive
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- Uganda has committed an additional 905 billion Shillings to strengthen its preparedness to co-host the TotalEnergies CAF AFCON PAMOJA tournament in 2027.
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@allafrica Wed, 08 Apr 2026 04:05:15
NRM MPs-Elect Begin Intensive Kyankwanzi Retreat Ahead of 12th Parliament
[Nile Post] Members of Parliament-elect from the National Resistance Movement have commenced a week-long retreat at the National Leadership Institute aimed at preparing them to execute party responsibilities in the 12th Parliament.
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@sportsOceanUganda Wed, 08 Apr 2026 03:49:20
UPL: Police chase historic double over Express as BUL aim to break Luzira curse
The Uganda Premier League resumes today, Wednesday, April 8, 2026, following a three-week break dedicated to the Stanbic Uganda Cup, with two intriguing fixtures lined up in Luzira. The early kickoff at Prisons Grounds will see BUL FC face Maroons FC in a fixture that carries significant history. The Jinja-based side will be determined to
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@sqoop Wed, 08 Apr 2026 03:14:18
Debate grows over artist solidarity after Etania concert
What started as a celebration of music has now turned into a full-blown conversation about support, perception, and the ever-present tension within Uganda's music industry. When Ugandan blogger Tommy Lee Uganda weighed in on Etania's recent show, he didn't hold back. According to him, aside from Sheebah Karungi and Joshua Baraka, no notable Ugandan musicians The post Debate grows over artist solidarity after Etania concert first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Wed, 08 Apr 2026 03:31:06
There is no bad blood between me and Joshua Baraka – Azawi
Ugandan songstress Azawi has moved swiftly to cool down speculation of a rift between her and fellow star Joshua Baraka, insisting there is "no bad blood" between the two. The conversation began during her appearance on Galaxy TV, where Azawi was asked to weigh her stardom against Baraka's rising influence. In her response, she acknowledged The post There is no bad blood between me and Joshua Baraka – Azawi first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 07 Apr 2026 23:29:00
Hundreds turn up for Uganda International Fashion Week casting as #ModelsForImpact Initiative takes off
Over the Easter weekend, Hundreds of aspiring models gathered at the Makerere University Art Gallery in response to a casting call by the Uganda International Fashion Week (UIFW), marking a powerful start to the platform's highly anticipated return this June. The casting drew a diverse mix of young people from across Uganda, all hoping to The post Hundreds turn up for Uganda International Fashion Week casting as #ModelsForImpact Initiative takes off first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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