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@allafrica Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:48:41
Don't Ruin Your Retirement Over School Fees, Mayiga Warns Parents
[Nile Post] The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has cautioned parents against sacrificing their long-term financial security to enroll their children in "Ivy League" schools, warning that no level of academic success can compensate for old-age financial instability.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:48:41
Museveni Sought Probe Before Besigye Prayer Mass, Says Byanyima
[Nile Post] The Executive Director of UNAIDS, Winnie Byanyima, has said President Museveni requested an investigation into the intentions behind a planned prayer Mass for detained opposition leader Kizza Besigye before it could take place.
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@allafrica Tue, 24 Feb 2026 01:09:09
Uganda Tightens Grip On Governance Deals With Donors
[Nile Post] The government has barred accounting officers across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) from entering into governance-related agreements with development partners without prior approval from Cabinet, in a move set to centralise oversight of donor-funded programmes.
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@matookerepublic Tue, 24 Feb 2026 01:06:29
Uganda launches Shs15 billion drive for first bone marrow transplant centre
Uganda has taken a major step towards treating sickle cell disease and other complex blood disorders with the launch of a national campaign to raise more than Shs15 billion for the country's first bone marrow transplant centre. The facility will be built at the Joint Clinical Research Centre headquarters in Lubowa, a move expected to The post Uganda launches Shs15 billion drive for first bone marrow transplant centre first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Mon, 23 Feb 2026 23:53:40
High Court blocks bank from selling late Cedric Babu's Kololo home
The High Court in Kampala has temporarily stopped Kenya Commercial Bank (Uganda) Limited from selling a Kololo condominium owned by the late Cedric Ndilima Babu until a main case over the property is fully heard. In a ruling delivered on 23 February 2026, Assistant Registrar Mulondo Mastula issued an interim injunction blocking the bank, its The post High Court blocks bank from selling late Cedric Babu's Kololo home first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@theScribeUganda Mon, 23 Feb 2026 23:53:11
KAGENYI LUKKA: Lack of Ideological Orientation is Killing Opposition Parties in Uganda
Uganda's opposition parties have been struggling to make an impact in the country's politics, and it's not just because of the ruling party's dominance. A closer look reveals that the opposition parties are suffering from a more profound malaise – a lack of ideological orientation. This has led to a situation where parties are more focused on personalities and less on policies, resulting in a dismal performance in the just concluded presidential and parliamentary elections. The Case of Opposition Parties – Forum for Democratic Change (FDC): FDC's candidate, Hon Nathan Nandala Mafabi, scored 1.3% in the presidential elections. The party's lack
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@allafrica Mon, 23 Feb 2026 23:20:47
Judiciary Reaffirms Commitment to Service Excellence At Lugazi High Court Circuit Engagement
[Nile Post] The Registry of Communications and Public Relations under the Judiciary of Uganda convened a strategic customer care engagement on February 23, 2026, bringing together Judicial Officers and support staff serving under the Lugazi High Court Circuit to reinforce service excellence as a cornerstone of justice delivery.
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@allafrica Mon, 23 Feb 2026 23:20:54
Major Blood Bank Nears Completion to Boost Emergency Care in Lira District
[Nile Post] Construction of a regional blood bank intended to serve Lira Regional Referral Hospital has reached 98 percent completion, bringing the Lango sub-region closer to improved access to safe and timely blood transfusion services.
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@theScribeUganda Mon, 23 Feb 2026 23:31:58
Ivory Trafficker Arrested In Nwoya As Authorities Recover 154kg Of Elephant Tusks
Security agencies have arrested a suspected ivory trafficker in Nwoya District and recovered 154 kilograms of raw elephant ivory in a major intelligence-led operation. The operation, conducted by the Special Wildlife Crime Unit in coordination with the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) and the Uganda Police Force, led to the arrest of Opira Francis on February 22, 2026. Authorities say the suspect was found in possession of ten pieces of raw elephant tusks at the time of his arrest. He is expected to be arraigned before the Standards, Utilities and Wildlife Court and charged with unlawful possession of protected wildlife specimens,
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@allafrica Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:07:53
Holy Mass for Dr Besigye Hits a Snag
[Nile Post] A planned Holy Mass for veteran opposition politician Dr Kizza Besigye and other political prisoners was abruptly postponed on Monday, moments after family members, friends, and political leaders had gathered for the prayers.
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@allafrica Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:07:55
Airtel Africa Foundation Commits Shs3.85bn to Strengthen Uganda's Digital Workforce
[Nile Post] Airtel Africa Foundation has committed Shs3.85 billion to support Uganda's digital workforce development through its flagship Airtel Africa Tech Fellowship, a four-year scholarship programme targeting high-achieving students from low-income households pursuing STEM courses.
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@allafrica Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:07:56
72 Students Enroll Under Buganda Kingdom's Kkalamu Ngabo Scholarship
[Nile Post] A total of 72 students have officially paid their enrollment fees and begun their studies under the Kingdom's educational initiative, Kkalamu Ngabo, for the 2026 academic year.
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@allafrica Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:07:57
Ivory Trafficker Arrested With 154kg of Elephant Tusks
[Nile Post] A joint operation by the Special Wildlife Crime Unit and the Uganda Police Force has led to the arrest of a suspected ivory trafficker and the recovery of 154 kilograms of raw elephant ivory in Northern Uganda.
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@allafrica Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:07:57
Security Agencies Recover 261 Passports in Intelligence-Led Operation, Arrest Woman in Soroti
[Nile Post] Security agencies have arrested a woman in Soroti City after recovering more than 260 passports and several other immigration-related documents during an intelligence-led operation conducted on Sunday morning.
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@allafrica Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:07:58
URA Removes Kikubo Tax Container Following Public Pressure
[Nile Post] The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has announced the closure of its temporary tax office container in Kikubo, saying it has served its purpose following public pressure.
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@allafrica Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:07:59
Police Launch Full Investigation Into Killing of Teenager in Kibaale
[Nile Post] Police in Kibaale District have intensified investigations into the killing of Phionah Nakamate, a 15-year-old girl whose death has alarmed residents and raised concerns about child safety in the area.
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@allafrica Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:07:59
Airtel Uganda Strengthens Cash Flow Amid Shs 849bn Operating Profit in 2025
[Nile Post] Airtel Uganda Limited has strengthened its operational and financial position in 2025, reporting an operating profit of Shs 849.2 billion with a margin of 37.7 percent.
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@allafrica Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:07:59
Science Kit Training Enhances Practical Learning in Kalungu Primary Schools
[Nile Post] More than 20 primary schools in Kalungu District have undergone training on the effective use of newly distributed science kits in an initiative aimed at strengthening practical science education at the primary level.
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@allafrica Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:08:01
Govt Tightens Controls On Governance Deals and ICT Spending in 2026/27 Budget
[Nile Post] The Secretary to the Treasury, Ramathan Ggoobi, has directed accounting officers across ministries, departments, and agencies not to sign contracts or Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with development partners on governance-related projects without prior Cabinet approval.
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