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@allafrica Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:24:29
Opposition Unveils Alternative Budget, Warns of 'Illusion' of Economic Growth
[Nile Post] The Opposition has released a stark alternative budget for the 2026/27 financial year, warning that the country's apparent economic growth masks deep fiscal strain and a shrinking capacity to deliver essential public services.
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@sportsOceanUganda Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:50:07
Alwi hails Fortebet Real Stars Award as great reward after rally triumph
Rally driver Hassan Alwi took centre stage as the standout winner at the March Fortebet Real Stars Sports Monthly Awards, following his impressive performance at the start of the National Rally Championship season.The awards ceremony was held at the Nanjing Restaurant and Motel in Kololo, Kampala on Tuesday, 7th April, bringing together athletes, sponsors, and
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@sqoop Tue, 07 Apr 2026 06:22:56
Mudra sets the record straight on Winnie Wa Mummy
After years of speculation regarding the relationship between artist Mudra Da Viral and TikToker cum singer Winnie Wa Mummy, Mudra has come out to draw a clear line: what exists between him and Winnie Wa Mummy is purely music, nothing more. "It can't be; it has never been. Nothing has happened between the two of The post Mudra sets the record straight on Winnie Wa Mummy first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Tue, 07 Apr 2026 06:36:31
Mesach Semakula Breaks silence on viral photo with RnB singer Usher
For years, the internet has treated it like a clever illusion. Just another AI-generated moment too surreal to be real. A photo showing Ugandan music legend Mesach Semakula alongside global RB icon Usher has circulated widely, sparking equal parts admiration and doubt. But according to Semakula, there is nothing artificial about that moment. Speaking in The post Mesach Semakula Breaks silence on viral photo with RnB singer Usher first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 07 Apr 2026 06:02:00
Stories of the women who changed lives across Africa
Behind many lives that move forward, there is often a woman whose role was decisive long before anyone noticed it. She may be a mother, a sister, a wife, a teacher, or simply the one person who stayed, supported, believed, and carried others through difficult times. That idea stood at the heart of Woman Hero, The post Stories of the women who changed lives across Africa first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:12:00
Smirnoff celebrates Etania's big win at her debut show
Last Saturday, self-made entertainer Etania defied all odds during her maiden headliner show at Hockey Grounds to reaffirm her as the unmatched Life of the Party. The experience began with a deep dive into Etania's roots through a curated visual journey of her evolution. From her hosting era at Muchachos, Sunday Fundays, the viral Covid The post Smirnoff celebrates Etania's big win at her debut show first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 07 Apr 2026 06:33:00
11 killed in bus–lorry crash on Masaka–Mbarara Highway
At least eleven people have been confirmed dead and several others injured following a fatal road crash in Lwengo District in the early hours of Tuesday. The accident occurred at around 1:30 am on April 7, 2026, at Kalegero Corner along the Masaka–Mbarara Highway. It involved a bus, registration number UAL 492H, belonging to Kasaba The post 11 killed in bus–lorry crash on Masaka–Mbarara Highway first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@allafrica Tue, 07 Apr 2026 05:27:36
Platin Dinero - a Rising Artist Keeping the Ugandan Beat Alive in Europe
[Independent (Kampala)] London, UK -- British Ugandan artist Platin Dinero is emerging as one of the most promising new voices in the international music landscape. Born in Mpigi and raised in Kampala, his sound reflects a fusion of Afrobeat, Reggaeton, Afropop, Pop and Dancehall, a blend shaped by both his cultural roots and his global perspective.
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@allafrica Tue, 07 Apr 2026 05:28:12
From Goldfields to Ghost Revenues - What Tanzania Gets Right That Uganda Still Struggles With
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Uganda may soon establish mineral markets as part of the efforts to ensure that the minerals produced in the country benefit the economy and Ugandans in general.
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@allafrica Tue, 07 Apr 2026 05:32:13
Old Students Return to Inspire Academic Success At Namagabi SS
[Nile Post] Namagabi Secondary School has taken a bold step toward strengthening academic excellence by bringing together Old Boys (OBs) and Old Girls (OGs) to collaborate with the school administration, teachers, and students in improving academic performance and mentorship.
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@allafrica Tue, 07 Apr 2026 05:43:54
Community Initiative Revives Indigenous Food Systems in Teso
[Nile Post] Despite a range of government policies aimed at improving nutrition--including the Uganda Nutrition Action Plan, the Health Sector Development Plan, and the Uganda Food and Nutrition Policy--several regions across the country continue to fall short of key nutrition targets.
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@allafrica Tue, 07 Apr 2026 05:29:50
Civil Society Urged to Strengthen Role in Policy Implementation
[Nile Post] Robinah Rubibwa, a senior official at the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR), has lauded civil society organizations (CSOs) for their critical role in turning government policies into tangible action at the grassroots level.
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@allafrica Tue, 07 Apr 2026 05:40:50
Mao Confirms Participation in NRM Leaders' Retreat At Kyankwanzi
[Nile Post] Democratic Party (DP) President Norbert Mao has confirmed he will participate in the upcoming Leaders' Retreat organized for National Resistance Movement (NRM) parliamentary caucuses.
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@allafrica Tue, 07 Apr 2026 05:48:21
Iso Boss Orders Crackdown On Illegal Occupants in Nsoowe Forest
[Nile Post] The Director General of Internal Security Organisation, Arthur Mugyenyi, has directed security agencies in Gomba District to take decisive action against activities threatening peace in Nsoowe Forest.
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@allafrica Tue, 07 Apr 2026 05:08:22
Crime Fight Must Be Data-Driven, Rooted in Values and Strong Institutions - Aigp Magambo
[Nile Post] The Director of the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID), AIGP Tom Magambo, has called for a data-driven, values-based, and institutional approach to tackling crime in Uganda.
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@allafrica Tue, 07 Apr 2026 05:02:19
Museveni Supports Ggaba Tragedy Families
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- President Yoweri Museveni has extended financial support of Sh10 million each to four families whose children were brutally killed in last week's attack at Ggaba Early Childhood Development Center, as calls for justice continue to intensify.
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@allafrica Tue, 07 Apr 2026 05:02:58
Uganda's Oil - Local Companies Positioned to Lead in Operations Phase
[Independent (Kampala)] Across the African continent, oil-producing countries such as Nigeria, Angola, and Ghana have demonstrated that deliberate policies centered on joint ventures, structured enterprise development, and phased skills development can increase local participation in operations to between 70 and 80 percent. Uganda is pursuing a similar pathway, anchored in progressive capacity building and regulatory support.
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@allafrica Tue, 07 Apr 2026 05:12:54
Schools Push for Patriotic Education to Curb Corruption
[Nile Post] Education leaders and security officials have called for the integration of patriotism and cultural values into Uganda's national curriculum, arguing that early civic education is critical in shaping responsible citizens and addressing persistent social challenges such as corruption and domestic violence.
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@allafrica Tue, 07 Apr 2026 05:06:58
Uganda Turns to Homegrown Apps for Faster Services
[Nile Post] Uganda's digital transformation is gaining traction as government institutions increasingly adopt locally developed applications, boosting confidence in homegrown innovation while creating new opportunities for youth through innovation hubs.
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