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Wealth will only be realized if we make robbery a 'risky business'
COMMENT | OBED K KATUREEBE | President Yoweri Museveni has, for over the last 20 years, been passionately crusading for wealth creation for all Ugandans. Indeed, he has championed several programmers all meant to uplift the economic status of Ugandans. From Entandikwa to Operation Wealth Creation, NAADS to now Emyooga, Youth Livelihood Fund, Parish … The post Wealth will only be realized if we make robbery a 'risky business' appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:00:12
King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV
The boy who inherited a crown and made it his own COVER STORY | ISAAC KHISA | There are easier ways to become an adult than by becoming a king first. King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV had little choice in the matter. At three, he inherited the throne of Tooro. For … The post King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 30 Aug 2026 12:00:44
Uganda, Kenya police raid Nakawa hideout of Dr Mutiso's murder suspects
Police constable among two arrested in Uganda over Dr Victoria Mutiso's murder Kampala, Uganda | CITIZEN DIGITAL | Detectives have arrested three more suspects linked to the killing of Dr Victoria Nthunya Mutiso, including a serving police constable picked up in Kampala, in what the Directorate of Criminal Investigations has described as a … The post Uganda, Kenya police raid Nakawa hideout of Dr Mutiso's murder suspects appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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US steps up Ebola support to Uganda with delivery of antibody treatment
Donation adds to U.S.-backed efforts to strengthen Uganda's Ebola preparedness and response Kampala, Uganda | RONALD MUSOKE | The United States has delivered an experimental antibody treatment for Ebola to Uganda as the country strengthens its preparedness against another possible cross-border spread of the disease from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The … The post US steps up Ebola support to Uganda with delivery of antibody treatment appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Style, glamour at Inter University Fashion challenge 2026
Who won the Inter University Fashion challenge Category winners Heritage: Brother Maryviane Ndikizimba (University of Kisubi) Color Your World: Tahiya Namutamba (Kampala University) Ghetto vs. Urban: Kasera Cynthia Laureen (University of Kisubi Eco-Fashion: Niyigena Angella (Michelangelo College of Creative Arts) Inclusive Fashion: Deborah Najengo (Uganda Christian University) Modernity: Nazziwa Jane (Michelangelo College of Creative Arts) Accessories: Otto Enzio (Michelangelo College … The post Style, glamour at Inter University Fashion challenge 2026 appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Uganda finally gets Ebola clearance from WHO
But the virus is still advancing next door in DRC Kampala, Uganda | RONALD MUSOKE | Uganda finally got the Ebola declaration it had effectively claimed for itself a month earlier. On Thursday, Aug. 27, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) formally declared … The post Uganda finally gets Ebola clearance from WHO appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@sqoop Sun, 30 Aug 2026 10:38:03
Robert Mutungi flies in The Ben for wife Olivia's lavish birthday surprise
Businessman Robert Mutungi, popularly known as a silent moneybag, has once again shown that when it comes to his wife, Olivia Ventures, he is willing to go all out, reportedly spending more than $150,000 on her exclusive birthday celebration. In a surprise that caught many guests off guard, Mutungi flew in Rwandan star The Ben The post Robert Mutungi flies in The Ben for wife Olivia's lavish birthday surprise first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@sqoop Sun, 30 Aug 2026 11:04:18
The IT Grad hacking Kampala's night life
To understand Kampalas evolving nightlife, look no further than Aaron Elwanu, better known on the decks as Dread Lazer. At just 25, the Information Systems Technology graduand from Makerere University is living proof of what happens when raw technical focus meets an unapologetic desire to turn the crowd upside down. His stage name tell a The post The IT Grad hacking Kampala's night life first appeared on Sqoop - Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 30 Aug 2026 09:00:28
Owiny-Dollo hits back at critics of Otunnu's UN Secretary General bid
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Former Chief Justice Alfonse Owiny-Dollo Chigamoi has called on Ugandans to support former United Nations Under-Secretary-General Olara Otunnu's bid to become the next UN Secretary-General, urging them to disregard criticism directed at his candidacy. Owiny-Dollo described the negative comments surrounding Otunnu's candidature as publicity that should not distract Ugandans from … The post Owiny-Dollo hits back at critics of Otunnu's UN Secretary General bid appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 30 Aug 2026 09:00:28
Six Kapchorwa officials arrested over alleged corruption, abuse of office
Kapchorwa, Uganda | URN | Six senior officials in Kapchorwa District have been arrested on allegations of corruption, abuse of office, financial loss, and failure to manage government projects properly. They include Joseph Magari, the Chief Administrative Officer; Dr Siraji Masai, the District Health Officer; Joseph Bukose Musobo, the District Engineer; and Tonny Ogwang, the … The post Six Kapchorwa officials arrested over alleged corruption, abuse of office appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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What happens when a King of Tooro dies?
NEWS ANALYSIS | URN | The death of King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru IV has triggered a series of traditional rites in the Tooro Kingdom, including the symbolic closure of the royal seat, a nine-day vigil and the search for his successor. The rites are intended to safeguard the throne during the period without a reigning … The post What happens when a King of Tooro dies? appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Tooro clarifies start of nine-day mourning for King Oyo
Fort Portal, Uganda | URN | The official nine-day mourning period for the late Tooro King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV will begin only after his body arrives at Karuzika Palace, the Tooro Kingdom has clarified. The clarification supersedes earlier reports that the official mourning period had started immediately after the King's death was announced. … The post Tooro clarifies start of nine-day mourning for King Oyo appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Cultural leaders mourn Tooro King Oyo
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The passing of Tooro King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV has drawn messages of condolence from leading cultural institutions, with the Kyabazinga of Busoga, William Wilberforce Gabula Nadiope IV, the King of Alur, Philip Olarker Rauni III, and the Omusinga of Rwenzururu, Charles Wesley Mumbere, paying tribute to the … The post Cultural leaders mourn Tooro King Oyo appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sun, 30 Aug 2026 05:00:24
Number of AI agents going out of control peaks in July — British newspaper
LONDON | TASS | The number of incidents in which AI agents ignored instructions and lied to users, employing malicious methods to achieve their goals, reached a record high in July, exceeding 330 incidents in a single month, The Guardian reported, citing a study by the UK-based AI Safety Institute (AISI). The study notes that the … The post Number of AI agents going out of control peaks in July — British newspaper appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@matookerepublic Sat, 29 Aug 2026 07:01:00
FULL LIST: MultiChoice celebrates Uganda's finest at the 2026 Uganda Film Festival Awards
MultiChoice Uganda, a CANAL+ Company, has reaffirmed its support for Uganda's film and television industry by partnering with the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) for the 2026 Uganda Film Festival Awards. The partnership brought MultiChoice Uganda together with filmmakers, actors, producers, directors, scriptwriters and other creatives to celebrate the talent and stories shaping Uganda's growing creative The post FULL LIST: MultiChoice celebrates Uganda's finest at the 2026 Uganda Film Festival Awards first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 29 Aug 2026 17:00:45
Museveni orders official burial for King Oyo
Fort Portal, Uganda | URN | President Yoweri Museveni has directed that the late Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, the King of Tooro, be accorded an official burial and that national flags fly at half-mast for three days in honour of the deceased monarch. Museveni announced in a condolence message posted on his X … The post Museveni orders official burial for King Oyo appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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E-bus express launches new Kira routes, plans Kampala central expansion
Kampala, Uganda | URN | E-Bus Express, an urban electric bus passenger service operator, has launched new routes in Kira Municipality, with plans to extend its services to Kampala Central as it expands its fleet to 50 buses by the end of the year. The company, a subsidiary of electric vehicle manufacturer Kira Motor Corporation … The post E-bus express launches new Kira routes, plans Kampala central expansion appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Sat, 29 Aug 2026 17:00:46
National Cleaning Day exposes mixed participation
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The second National Cleaning Day has exposed mixed levels of public participation across the country, with some communities voluntarily embracing the exercise while security agencies and local authorities were forced to compel residents and businesses to comply. The three-hour exercise was held on Saturday, August 29, from 7:00 am to … The post National Cleaning Day exposes mixed participation appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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