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@uplandMedia Mon, 18 May 2026 20:00:04
Suspected Ebola case reported in Hoima
Hoima, Uganda | URN | Health officials in Hoima district have isolated one person at the Hoima regional referral hospital after he presented with Ebola-like symptoms. The suspected case is of a 50-year-old man who is a resident of Runga landing site situated on the shores of Lake Albert in Kiganja sub-county in Hoima district. … The post Suspected Ebola case reported in Hoima appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 18 May 2026 20:00:05
Boda riders worried as road crashes rise, see EPS as solution to end carnage
Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Boda boda riders in Uganda have appealed to the Uganda Traffic Police and government to consider reinstating the Express Penalty System (EPS), warning that road discipline has sharply deteriorated following the suspension of the automated traffic enforcement system. Speaking on behalf of riders in Kampala and across the country, Ahmed … The post Boda riders worried as road crashes rise, see EPS as solution to end carnage appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 18 May 2026 20:00:06
Why every leader needs a certified coach and mentor
The Silent Danger Destroying Potential COMMENT | MARY S NASSALI | Coaching has become essential for personal growth, leadership development, and professional success. In a fast-changing world, talent and ambition are not enough. Many people carry great potential but remain stuck because they lack clarity, confidence, accountability, and direction. Coaching helps bridge the … The post Why every leader needs a certified coach and mentor appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 18 May 2026 20:00:06
A lot for Jude Okeya to celebrate as Insurance industry awards its best
Kampala, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | After nearly 16 years in Uganda's insurance industry, Jude Okeya has built more than just a career. He has built a name, a reputation, and a loyal client network that stretches across the country. A sales professional at ICEA LION Group, Okeya recently emerged as the Best Agent … The post A lot for Jude Okeya to celebrate as Insurance industry awards its best appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@theguardian Mon, 18 May 2026 18:22:07
US says American contracted Ebola in Congo as CDC announces new travel screening measures
Health officials to take 'proactive measures' in response to the ongoing Ebola virus epidemic in the DRC and UgandaSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailUS health authorities confirmed on Monday that an American has developed Ebola after being exposed during their work in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC); officials also said that they are taking "proactive measures" to protect US citizens in response to the ongoing Ebola virus epidemic in the DRC and Uganda.Officials with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed the case on Monday and said the individual was being evacuated to Germany. They developed symptoms over the weekend and tested positive late Sunday, said Satish K Pillai, an incident manager for the CDC's Ebola response in a press conference. Continue reading...
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@uplandMedia Mon, 18 May 2026 18:00:05
Rolls-Royce and Range Rover impounded from ex-Speaker Among's Kigo home
Kampala, Uganda | URN | A joint security task force investigating suspected illicit enrichment, money laundering, and corruption has seized two luxury vehicles from former Speaker of Parliament Anita Among's Mutungo-Kigo mansion. One of them is the Rolls-Royce that fuelled the recent social media outcry over corruption allegations. The joint investigations, reportedly sanctioned by President … The post Rolls-Royce and Range Rover impounded from ex-Speaker Among's Kigo home appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 18 May 2026 18:00:05
The world is on the edge of even greater pandemic damage
Kampala, Uganda | FLAVIA NASSAKA – URN | A new global warning on pandemic preparedness has highlighted growing vulnerabilities in the world's ability to prevent, detect, and respond to future disease outbreaks, despite lessons learned from Ebola and COVID-19. The findings are contained in a report by the Global Preparedness Monitoring Board (GPMB), A World … The post The world is on the edge of even greater pandemic damage appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Mon, 18 May 2026 17:00:11
Trump settles IRS lawsuit, sets up $1.7B fund for claims of weaponization
President Trump had accused the Treasury Department and IRS of unlawfully allowing a government contractor to leak his tax returns and those of his sons and company.
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@allafrica Mon, 18 May 2026 14:26:55
Allies of Former Speaker Among Quiet As Corruption Probe Deepens
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- As joint security teams concluded multi-hour searches at the residence of former Speaker Anita Annet Among on Mackinnon Road in Kampala's upscale Nakasero suburb -- and reportedly expanded operations to other properties linked to her associates -- an equally striking development began unfolding online: a quiet but noticeable digital retreat by individuals once publicly aligned with the powerful legislator.
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@kfm Mon, 18 May 2026 14:13:17
Nandutu appeals against four year jail sentence
KAMPALA: Former Bududa Woman Member of Parliament Agnes Nandutu has appealed against the four year jail sentence handed to her by the Anti-Corruption Court in connection with the Karamoja iron sheets scandal. Nandutu was on April 10th, 2026 sentenced to four years in prison by Justice Jane Kajuga Okuo The post Nandutu appeals against four year jail sentence first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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