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Kasese leaders alarmed by rising suicides, teenage pregnancies
Kasese, Uganda | URN | A worrying rise in suicide cases and teenage pregnancies has sparked concern among religious, civic and government leaders in Kasese District, with calls for urgent action to protect vulnerable young people. The concerns were raised during a review of the South Rwenzori Diocese's 10-year Strategic Development Plan held in Kasese Municipality, … The post Kasese leaders alarmed by rising suicides, teenage pregnancies appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 22 Jul 2026 06:00:19
How 'Sauti Ya Uganda' brings the Uganda national anthem to life
There are many reasons why we should sing the Uganda National Anthem with Pride COMMENT | NANTEZA SARAH KYOBE | On July 10, 2026, the Government of Uganda, through the Uganda Media Centre and the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance, launched the "Sauti Ya Uganda" National Anthem Challenge, a nationwide competition inviting Ugandans … The post How 'Sauti Ya Uganda' brings the Uganda national anthem to life appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:31:00
Electoral Commission says it is ready to conduct LC1 and Village Women's Council elections
The Electoral Commission has completed preparations for the upcoming elections of Village (LC I) Chairpersons and Village Women's Committees across the country. Compilation and Display of Voter Registers Between 6 and 10 July 2026, the Commission compiled two voter registers in all 71,214 villages across Uganda. These were the Village Council (General) Register, which will The post Electoral Commission says it is ready to conduct LC1 and Village Women's Council elections first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 22 Jul 2026 05:03:58
Ugandan basketball star Arthur Kaluma to earn Shs2.3 billion after signing two-way contract with LA Lakers
Uganda basketball international Arthur Kaluma has secured a major breakthrough in his career after signing a two-way contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. Kaluma earned the deal after an impressive showing in the NBA Summer League, where he averaged 19 points per game and shot 50% from three-point range. The 26-year-old spent last season with The post Ugandan basketball star Arthur Kaluma to earn Shs2.3 billion after signing two-way contract with LA Lakers first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 22 Jul 2026 03:59:15
Former MP contestant who went viral for "Ekyo Kye Kiloto Kyange" now running for LC1 Chairperson seat
Engineer Stephen Kaweesa, the politician who became widely known for his viral "Ekyo kye kiloto kyange" remark after losing the Nansana Municipality parliamentary election, is back in the political race—this time seeking to retain his position as LC1 chairperson of Katooke Zone in Nabweru Division, Nansana Municipality, Wakiso District. Kaweesa, a former National Unity Platform The post Former MP contestant who went viral for "Ekyo Kye Kiloto Kyange" now running for LC1 Chairperson seat first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@theScribeUganda Wed, 22 Jul 2026 03:55:51
MILLY BABALANDA: How RDCs and RCCs Are Protecting Taxpayers' Money in the Fight Against Corruption
The renewed fight against corruption has become one of the defining governance priorities of President Yoweri Kaguta Musevenis current term of office. It is a campaign that seeks not merely to punish the corrupt but to restore integrity in public service, protect taxpayers money and ensure that every Ugandan benefits from government programmes. The President has repeatedly made it clear that corruption is not simply theft of public resources. It is theft of opportunities from ordinary Ugandans. It denies mothers proper health facilities, children quality schools, farmers reliable roads and communities the development projects they deserve. As Minister for the
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@matookerepublic Wed, 22 Jul 2026 02:53:42
Police arrest 65 suspects in crackdown on panga-wielding robbery gangs
Kampala Metropolitan Police have arrested 65 suspects in a series of intelligence-led operations targeting panga-wielding robbery gangs and other criminal activities across Kampala and the surrounding metropolitan area. The crackdown followed intelligence reports about a group of youths allegedly involved in violent robberies in Kikajjo Zone, Namasuba Parish, Makindye-Ssabagabo Municipality in Wakiso District. According to The post Police arrest 65 suspects in crackdown on panga-wielding robbery gangs first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 22 Jul 2026 03:00:40
Burnham gov't signals break with old model, faces test of delivery
Analysts have said the decision by British Prime Minister Andy Burnham to appoint experienced and relatively cautious figures to key economic and security posts indicates an effort to reassure financial markets, contain divisions within the ruling Labour Party and avoid an abrupt break with the previous government. LONDON | Xinhua | British … The post Burnham gov't signals break with old model, faces test of delivery appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 22 Jul 2026 03:00:41
Public Servants knocked out of LC 1 elections
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Public officers in local governments, including teachers, health workers, administrative staff and extension workers who have not resigned 30 days before the election date of July 28th, are not eligible to contest in the coming local council polls. The minister of local government, Barugahara Balaam Ateenyi, has issued a statement … The post Public Servants knocked out of LC 1 elections appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 22 Jul 2026 03:00:41
EPS suspension delaying full digital number plate migration
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Intelligent Transport Monitoring System (ITMS) says it has cleared a backlog of 6,000 digital motor vehicle registration number plates, weeks ahead of the deadline set by the Minister of Works and Transport, Fred Byamukama. The increased production and issuance of digital number plates followed the minister's intervention after widespread … The post EPS suspension delaying full digital number plate migration appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 22 Jul 2026 03:00:42
Uganda's Ebola battle enters its final test
A 42-day surveillance period will determine whether the country has truly contained the outbreak Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Uganda has entered a crucial phase in its latest battle against Ebola after discharging the country's last confirmed patient, beginning the mandatory 42-day period required before the outbreak can officially be declared … The post Uganda's Ebola battle enters its final test appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 22 Jul 2026 03:00:42
Amazon and Starlink bring satellite battle to Africa
Low earth orbit satellites operated by US tech giants are launching to offer internet services to under-served African communities. How should the continent greet their arrival – and how can African nations play a more active role in the space race, asks Lennox Yieke. Africa's space economy has long been dominated by state-backed programmes focused … The post Amazon and Starlink bring satellite battle to Africa appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 22 Jul 2026 03:00:43
Africa CDC urges U.S. to lift Uganda Ebola travel restrictions
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | URN | The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has called on the United States to lift travel restrictions imposed on Uganda following its recent Ebola outbreak, saying the country has demonstrated transparency and made significant progress in containing the disease. Africa CDC Director General Dr Jean Kaseya … The post Africa CDC urges U.S. to lift Uganda Ebola travel restrictions appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 22 Jul 2026 02:13:52
Former CMI boss Maj Gen Birungi denied bail
Former Chieftaincy of Military Intelligence (CMI) director Maj Gen James Birungi has been remanded to Makindye Military Barracks after the General Court Martial denied him bail over his failure to present the required sureties. Maj Gen Birungi, who is now facing charges linked to security and treachery, is expected to return to court on 31 The post Former CMI boss Maj Gen Birungi denied bail first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:45
Gov't shifts Karamoja food relief distribution to UPDF, prisons
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Emergency food relief for drought-hit communities in Karamoja will now be distributed by the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) and the Uganda Prisons Service after President Yoweri Museveni directed the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) to stop relying on private contractors for the exercise. The change comes less than … The post Gov't shifts Karamoja food relief distribution to UPDF, prisons appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@sportsOceanUganda Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:48:55
Tunisia U20 team set to arrive in Uganda early for Barthés Trophy 2026 preparations
Tunisias U20 rugby team is set to arrive in Uganda on 23 July 2026 for an intensive high-performance training camp and two international test matches against the Uganda U20 side as both teams step up preparations for the Rugby Africa U20 Barthés Trophy 2026. The early arrival reflects Tunisias commitment to maximizing preparations ahead of
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