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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:29:20
VP Alupo Calls for Cross-Border Unity, Women's Land Rights in Pastoralismb
[Nile Post] Vice President Jessica Alupo has called for stronger regional cooperation, women's empowerment, and policy reforms to transform pastoralist communities across Africa.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:29:21
Mitooma Officials Accused of Selling Government Jobs Released On Bond
[Nile Post] Four senior officials from Mitooma District who were arrested over allegations of selling government jobs have been released on bond as investigations continue.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:29:21
Surge in Mental Health Cases Hits Uganda's Children Hard, Says Butabika Ed
[Nile Post] Mental health cases in Uganda have surged by 71% over the past four years, with children and adolescents disproportionately affected, according to the Executive Director of Butabika National Referral Hospital, Dr. Juliet Nakku.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:29:22
Regional Auditions for Miss Climate Change Awareness Uganda Conclude Ahead of National Finals
[Nile Post] The search for Uganda's next climate ambassadors gained momentum this week with the successful conclusion of regional auditions for Miss Climate Change Awareness Uganda, an initiative organized by Africa Tourism and Environment Initiatives in partnership with the Ministry of Water and Environment.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:29:22
Kiruddu Hospital Reports Surge in Diabetes Cases, Calls for Increased Awareness and Screening
[Nile Post] The Executive Director of Kiruddu National Referral Hospital, Dr. Charles Kabugo, has expressed concern over the increasing incidence of diabetes in Uganda, revealing that every Wednesday, between 10 to 15 new cases are diagnosed at the hospital's specialized clinics.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:29:23
Tanga Odoi Urges Opposition to Strengthen Domestic Leadership
[Nile Post] The Chairperson of the National Resistance Movement Electoral Commission, Tanga Odoi, has called on Uganda's opposition leaders to prioritise domestic political engagement, warning that prolonged absence from the country could weaken opposition structures.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:46:47
Kansai Plascon - Backed Eica Holi Festival in Kampala Blends Music, Cancer Awareness
[Nile Post] Music, culture, and a shared commitment to social impact came together at Kampala Parents School as the East Indian Cultural Association (EICA) hosted its annual Holi musical festival, a two-day celebration held as part of the wider Holi festivities in Kampala.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:46:47
Creators Must Be Paid for Their Work - Joel Isabirye
[Nile Post] Seasoned media consultant Joel Isabirye has stressed the need for fair compensation for creators, arguing that digital platforms and broadcasters have both moral and economic obligations to share revenue generated from creative content.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:46:48
NRM's Awich Pollar Defends Security Deployment During Elections
[Nile Post] The Director for External Affairs of the ruling National Resistance Movement, Awich Pollar, has defended the heavy security deployment witnessed across Uganda during the recently concluded general elections, saying it was intended to maintain order rather than interfere with the electoral process.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:46:48
Rachael Magoola Calls for Broader Copyright Protection Beyond Music
[Nile Post] Veteran musician and Chairperson of the Uganda Parliamentary Forum for Creative Industries (UGAPAFOCI), Rachael Magoola, has urged policymakers to recognise the wider scope of Uganda's creative economy, noting that music accounts for only a small fraction of the sector.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:46:50
Court of Appeal Suspends Convictions of Civilians Tried By Army Court
[Nile Post] The Court of Appeal in Kampala has suspended the conviction and sentences of two men previously found guilty of murder and aggravated robbery of a hardware in Masaka City.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:29:19
Uganda Not Ready for Burn Disasters As Oil Production Nears, Doctors Warn
[Nile Post] As Uganda moves closer to its long-awaited first oil production in 2026, health experts are raising concerns about the country's preparedness to handle potential industrial burn disasters.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:46:48
UWA Begins Historic Return of Rhinos to Kidepo Valley National Park After 43 Years
[Nile Post] Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has commenced the historic reintroduction of rhinos to Kidepo Valley National Park, marking the return of the species to the landscape 43 years after the last rhino was sighted in the area.
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@allafrica Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:29:16
Belgian Court to Decide On Trial Over 1961 Murder of Patrice Lumumba
[Nile Post] A Belgian court is set to rule on whether a former senior diplomat will stand trial over the 1961 murder of DR Congo's independence leader Patrice Lumumba, in a case that could mark the first prosecution of a Belgian official linked to the assassination.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:59:24
High Court dismisses Gukina's kibanja claim on Speke Hotel's beachfront land
The High Court of Uganda has dismissed key claims by Dr. Peter Musoke Gukiina in a long-running land dispute involving businessman Sudhir Ruparelia and Speke Hotel 1996 Limited, ruling that the plaintiff failed to prove ownership of a kibanja interest beyond his registered land. In a detailed judgment delivered by Justice P. Basaza-Wasswa, the court The post High Court dismisses Gukina's kibanja claim on Speke Hotel's beachfront land first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@sqoop Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:58:48
Zari threatens legal action over viral screenshot
Socialite and businesswoman Zari Hassan has strongly dismissed a widely circulated screenshot claiming she had broken up with her husband Shakib Cham, describing it as fake and warning that legal action could soon follow. Over the past few days, social media timelines were flooded with a screenshot allegedly showing Zari announcing the end of her The post Zari threatens legal action over viral screenshot first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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