From Bukedea to the apex of power

Anita Among's Political Rise Faces Its Toughest Test NEWS ANALYSIS | URN | Anita Annet Among's reported withdrawal from the race for Speaker of Uganda's 12th Parliament has triggered renewed debate about the trajectory of one of the country's most influential political figures. The withdrawal, announced via her official X account late Sunday night, came … The post From Bukedea to the apex of power appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

Bolivian miners clash with police demanding president resign

Bolivian miners clash with police demanding that President Paz resign.

Court of Appeal Opens Two-Day Civil Appeals Session to Tackle Case Backlog in Kampala

[Nile Post] The Court of Appeal sitting in Kampala has commenced a two-day civil appeals session aimed at reducing the growing case backlog at the appellate court, with several of the matters scheduled for hearing dating back to 2016.

Suspected Ebola Case Reported in Hoima

[Independent (Kampala)] Hoima, Uganda -- Health officials in Hoima district have isolated one person at the Hoima regional referral hospital after he presented with Ebola-like symptoms.

Wife of outgoing Deputy Speaker Tayebwa appointed Uganda's Honorary Consul for The Bahamas

Anita Rukundo Tayebwa, the wife of outgoing Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa, has been appointed Honorary Consul of The Bahamas in Uganda. The appointment was announced by Ambassador and Director General at Uganda's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Isa Ali, who said the decision followed a meeting between Anita Tayebwa and Bahamian officials during the 2024 The post Wife of outgoing Deputy Speaker Tayebwa appointed Uganda's Honorary Consul for The Bahamas first appeared on Matooke Republic.

Government Moves to Crack Down On Illegal Mineral Dealers With Tough New Rules

[Nile Post] The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development has announced tougher measures targeting unlicensed mineral dealers as government moves to streamline Uganda's mineral trade and eliminate illegal dealings in the sector.

Namugongo Preparations Continue Despite Martyrs Day Postponement Over Ebola Fears

[Nile Post] Painting, cleaning, compound sweeping, and other beautification works continued today at the Namugongo Martyrs Shrines despite government postponing this year's Martyrs Day celebrations with only two weeks left to the annual event.

Ebola Strain Spreading in Congo and Uganda Has No Approved Vaccine

[The Conversation Africa] As a deadly outbreak of Ebola virus spreads in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on May 17, 2026, that it is transferring "a small number of Americans" who were in Congo and who were exposed to the virus.

At least 118 dead in Ebola outbreak in DR Congo, official says

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the outbreak an international emergency.

LIRR strike ends as MTA, unions reach tentative agreement

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said the MTA and LIRR unions reached a fair deal to end the strike after three days.

Trump's repeated ultimatums betray his lack of leverage over Iran

Foad Izadi says US President Trumps repeated threats of renewed full-scale war are a sign of weakness.

Two teen gunmen kill three at San Diego mosque in suspected hate crime

Two teen gunmen kill three at San Diego mosque in suspected hate crime.

LIRR strike to end as MTA, unions reach tentative agreement

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said the MTA and LIRR unions reached a fair deal to end the strike after three days.

LIRR strike to end as MTA, unions reach tentative agreement, Hochul says

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said the MTA and LIRR unions reached a fair deal to end the strike after three days.

US suspends joint defence effort with Canada dating back to World War II

The Trump administration has frequently accused US allies of failing to live up to mutual defence obligations.

3 killed in shooting at Islamic Center of San Diego, police say; 2 suspects dead

Three people were killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, and two suspected shooters were found dead inside a vehicle nearby, police said.

Who could benefit from Trumps $1.7+ billion weaponization fund?

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the creation of the fund as part of the settlement of President Trumps lawsuit against the IRS over the leaking of his tax returns.

Guardiola on verge of Manchester City exit at end of Premier League season

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is understood to be stepping down at end of season after 17 years at EPL club.

New Chair, New Cabinet as Kitgum Enters New Political Era

At least 100 dead in Ebola outbreak in DR Congo, official says

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the outbreak an international emergency.