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@kfm Fri, 09 Oct 2026 07:35:03
Uganda at 64: Economic challenges persist
As Uganda marks 64 years of independence from Britain on October 9, questions remain about the country's progress towards economic self-reliance. Speaking to KFM ahead of the Independence Day celebrations, Professor Gerald Kagambirwe Karyeija, an associate professor of Public Administration and Management, said Uganda remains dependent on foreign aid, The post Uganda at 64: Economic challenges persist first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Fri, 09 Oct 2026 07:55:16
24 Pallisa district civil servants interdicted over gross financial mismanagement
MUDANGHA KOLYANGHA PALLISA-The Ministry of Local government has interdicted 24 Pallisa district Local government Civil servants over gross negligence of duty, abuse of office and mismanagement of public resources. According to the letter dated Oct 2, signed by the Permanent Secretary, Mr Ben Kumumanya, addressed to the Chief The post 24 Pallisa district civil servants interdicted over gross financial mismanagement first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Fri, 09 Oct 2026 07:59:44
Uganda @64- Constitutionalism holds Uganda's future says Nadduli
BY DAN WANDERA LUWEERO. Veteran liberation war veteran and Senior Presidential Advisor Hajji Abdul Nadduli is uncomfortable over emerging debates about Uganda's future, 64-years after independence and the 1995 Constitution. Nadduli who turns 84 in December 2026 dismisses claims that the former colonial masters possibly take responsibility for The post Uganda @64- Constitutionalism holds Uganda's future says Nadduli first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Fri, 09 Oct 2026 08:33:36
Nakyobe warns government institutions over poor service delivery
The Head of Public Service and Secretary to Cabinet, Ms Lucy Nakyobe, has warned that poor service delivery in government institutions increases the cost of development and undermines its effectiveness. Speaking at a high-level policy dialogue on Uganda's Development Financing Architecture, Ms Nakyobe said administrative delays in project implementation, The post Nakyobe warns government institutions over poor service delivery first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:45:45
Uganda marks 64th independence anniversary virtually
KAMPALA: Uganda today commemorates 64th years of Independence. Unlike previous celebrations, today's event is to be held virtually at State House Entebbe, officiated by President Museveni expected to officiate at the Celebrations. The Independence Day Anniversary is a National reflection, and an opportunity to honour the sacrifices of The post Uganda marks 64th independence anniversary virtually first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:39:45
Crested Cranes edge Zambia in Olympic qualifier
By Sharifah Ibrahim Uganda's Crested Cranes secured a slender advantage in the first leg of the 2028 Olympic qualifiers after beating Zambia 2-1 at Hamz Stadium, Nakivubo, on Thursday. The visitors took an early lead through Prisca Chilufya, putting Uganda under pressure in the opening stages. However, the The post Crested Cranes edge Zambia in Olympic qualifier first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:16:08
MAK directs Prof. Buyinza to step aside over sexual harassment allegations
KAMPALA: Makerere University has directed Dr. Faisal Buyinza, an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Economic Theory and Analysis, to step aside from his duties as the university investigates allegations of sexual harassment, abuse of authority and gender-based violence against him. In a press statement dated October The post MAK directs Prof. Buyinza to step aside over sexual harassment allegations first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:27:11
WHO launches global roadmap to tackle hypertensive pregnancy disorders
The World Health Organization (WHO) and partners have launched a new global roadmap to tackle hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, including pre-eclampsia, which affect millions of women every year. These disorders remain among the leading causes of death and serious illness for pregnant women and their babies, with a tragic The post WHO launches global roadmap to tackle hypertensive pregnancy disorders first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:36:28
Uganda to start national ID and ballot paper production
KAMPALA: The government has revealed plans to start production of national Identification cards and ballot papers, through the Uganda Security and Printing Company (USPC). With a near-completed security printing facility in Entebbe, Uganda, through the Uganda Security and Printing Company (USPC) is scheduled to begin local production of security The post Uganda to start national ID and ballot paper production first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Thu, 08 Oct 2026 09:46:07
8 sentenced to death over Namayingo mob action murder
IGANGA: The High Court in Iganga has sentenced eight people to death for the murder of two men in a mob action incident in Namayingo District. Justice David Batema convicted Odongo Misaki, Karoli Lwanga, Musoke Yakuti, Kabwiso Mairadi, Talisuna Muzaham, Wandera Karim, Wasire Pius and Latifu Nyanga on two The post 8 sentenced to death over Namayingo mob action murder first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Thu, 08 Oct 2026 10:20:12
Ireland implores EA States on adaptation efforts
The Government of Ireland has implored East African States to prioritise people living on the front line of climate change during climate change adaptation efforts. According to Irish Ambassador to Uganda Margaret Gaynor, communities, local governments and local institutions understand their risks and opportunities better than anyone else. The post Ireland implores EA States on adaptation efforts first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Wed, 07 Oct 2026 03:00:57
Lira Hospital benchmarks with Hoima as AFCON 2027 preparations intensify
Lira Regional Referral Hospital is stepping up its preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). On Tuesday, a team of its top managers travelled to Hoima Regional Referral Hospital to learn from a sister facility. The delegation was led by the hospitals Senior Executive Consultant, Dr The post Lira Hospital benchmarks with Hoima as AFCON 2027 preparations intensify first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:41:57
Over 200,000 refugee children at risk of dropping out of school this year
Over 200,000 pupils in both primary and secondary education in Uganda are at risk of failing to complete this year's academic calendar, due to lack of teachers in refugee hosting districts countrywide. This comes as a result of continued donor cuts in the refugee sector and failure to support The post Over 200,000 refugee children at risk of dropping out of school this year first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Tue, 06 Oct 2026 19:00:00
Court Rejects New Defence Witness in Pastor Kayanja Case
The Nateete-Rubaga Chief Magistrate's Court has rejected a request by the defence in the case involving nine youths accused of fabricating evidence against Pastor Robert Kayanja to introduce a new witness from Uganda Broadcasting Corporation (UBC). Principal Magistrate Adams Byarugaba ruled that allowing the UBC witness to testify at The post Court Rejects New Defence Witness in Pastor Kayanja Case first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:40:28
Government seeks partnerships to curb rising housing deficit
KAMPALA: The government is calling for partnerships with financial institutions to develop affordable housing finance products that can enable low-income earners to access credit and construct decent homes. The Minister for Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Judith Nabakooba, says the cost of existing mortgage products offered by commercial banks The post Government seeks partnerships to curb rising housing deficit first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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@kfm Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:58:03
Economists urge government to devise means of stabilizing fuel prices
KAMPALA: Economists are asking the government to take urgent action to stabilize the rising fuel prices which threaten to leave the entire economy in shreds if not addressed. The call comes as fuel prices continue to shoot-up with current pump prices averaging Shs 7,140, up from Shs. 5,440 a The post Economists urge government to devise means of stabilizing fuel prices first appeared on 93.3 KFM.
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