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@allafrica Wed, 30 Sep 2026 11:12:10
Verto and Visa Launch Multi-Currency Cards for African Businesses
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampal -- Global cross-border payments platform Verto, in partnership with Visa, has launched a multi- currency corporate card aimed at helping African businesses reduce foreign exchange costs, improve international spending and operate more efficiently across global markets.
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@allafrica Tue, 29 Sep 2026 08:42:54
How Uganda Railways Built and Lost the Lake Victoria Highway
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- For a landlocked country, Uganda once had a railway that did not end at the shoreline. At Port Bell and Jinja, railway tracks ran to the water.
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@allafrica Tue, 29 Sep 2026 08:42:54
Rituals to Crown Tooro King Edward Rukidi Nyabongo I Completed
[Independent (Kampala)] Fort Portal, Uganda -- On Monday night, King Edward Rukidi Nyabongo I sat on the Tooro throne after completing all the traditional rituals to end mourning for King Oyo and crown a new king. After a symbolic mock fight and night procession via Mugabante, incoming King Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma speared a bull, then entered Karuziika Palace. He is now inside Karuziika ahead of his coronation as the 14th Omukama of Tooro Kingdom.
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@allafrica Tue, 29 Sep 2026 09:45:26
EACOP Gives Hoima Community Mama Kit Boost, Starts Constructing New Maternal Wing
[Independent (Kampala)] EACOP inspects construction of maternal and childcare wing at Mbaraara Health Centre II
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@allafrica Mon, 28 Sep 2026 13:14:14
Police Confirm Arresting Activist Praise Aloikin
[Nile Post] Police have said they arrested missing activist Praise Aloikin Opoloje.
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@allafrica Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:05:23
A Few Taps Away - How Momo Is Making School Fees Easier for Parents
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- For many parents, school fees are not simply another household bill. They are a responsibility that returns every term, often competing with rent, food, transport, medical expenses and other family needs.
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@allafrica Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:26:00
Breaking - Kivumbi Granted Bail
[Nile Post] National Unity Platform (NUP) Deputy President for Buganda, Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi, has been granted bail by the Butambala Chief Magistrate's Court in a case in which he is accused of inciting violence and managing an unlawful society.
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@allafrica Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:26:15
Court Rejects Nyanzi Bid for Original Kawempe South Election Records
[Nile Post] The High Court in Kampala has dismissed an application by Fred Nyanzi Ssentamu seeking access to original electoral records from 73 polling stations in Kawempe South Constituency, ruling that he had not provided sufficient evidence to justify the request.
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@allafrica Thu, 01 Oct 2026 05:28:50
Museveni Says East Africa Must Unite Politically to Share Refinery Jobs and Profits
[Nile Post] President Museveni has renewed his call for East African countries to pursue political integration, arguing that deeper unity is necessary for member states to share jobs and economic benefits created by major investments across the region.
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@allafrica Thu, 01 Oct 2026 05:28:51
High Court Dismisses MP Nabukenya Bid for Election Documents, Sets Ruling Dates
[Nile Post] The High Court in Luweero has dismissed an application by Luweero Woman MP Brenda Nabukenya seeking an order compelling the Electoral Commission to produce documents used in the January 15 parliamentary election.
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@allafrica Thu, 01 Oct 2026 05:28:51
Museveni Backs Regional Refineries, Renews Call for East African Integration
[Nile Post] President Museveni has backed Kenya's plans to establish a 700,000-barrel-per-day refinery in Lamu, saying East Africa needs several refineries to process its natural resources and retain more economic value within the region.
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@allafrica Thu, 01 Oct 2026 05:28:52
I Don't See Museveni Giving Up in 2031, Says Birigwa
[Nile Post] People's Front for Freedom (PFF) Deputy Leader of the Council of Eminent Persons Wasswa Birigwa says he expects President Yoweri Museveni to seek another term in 2031, arguing that it is too early for his party to decide who should challenge him.
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@allafrica Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:35:55
Uganda Yet to Commit to Dangote's Lamu Refinery - Museveni
[Independent (Kampala)] Lamu, Kenya -- President Yoweri Museveni has backed the construction of a mega petroleum refinery at Lamu in Kenya, but says Uganda will not invest in the project for now.
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@allafrica Wed, 30 Sep 2026 05:19:21
Uganda's Tooro Kingdom Crowns New King
[New Times] Uganda's Tooro Kingdom on September 29 crowned Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma as its new king, weeks after the death of King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV triggered a dispute over his successor.
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@allafrica Wed, 30 Sep 2026 05:20:54
MPs Raise Alarm Over Wave of Murders in Kazo, Kiruhura
[Nile Post] Legislators from Western Uganda have raised alarm in Parliament over a spate of murders in Kazo and Kiruhura districts, where more than 15 people have allegedly been killed by unknown assailants in less than a month.
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@allafrica Tue, 29 Sep 2026 15:34:12
Museveni - Uganda Must 'Jealously' Guard Its Culture and Indigenous Knowledge
[UG Diplomat] President Yoweri Museveni has paid tribute to the late King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, praising his contribution to Tooro and calling on cultural leaders to strengthen traditional institutions and preserve indigenous knowledge.
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