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Kitgum Receives Healthcare Boost with 165 CHEWs
The CHEWs completed a six-month training program at Kitgum Technical Institute. Their graduation ceremony took place at the Kitgum District Headquarters, and the Ministry of Health conducted the training with financial support from The AIDS Support Organisation (TASO).
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UN votes to adopt new world map to reflect Africas true size
The Togo-sponsored resolution was backed by 164 nations - the US the only nation to vote against it.
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At least 37 killed by toxic fumes during alleged petrol theft in Nigeria, reports say
An environmental group says those who died are suspected of stealing petrol from a pipeline in Nigerias Rivers State.
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Nigerians die after inhaling toxic fumes during alleged pipeline theft, community group says
The authorities are yet to determine an official death toll, but some reports say at least 37 are dead.
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Petroleum Authority of Uganda to announce new executive director
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) has announced a leadership transition following the conclusion of Ernest Rubondo's second term as Executive Director on August 31, 2026. The PAU Board of Directors said the Minister of Energy and Mineral Development has approved the appointment of a new Executive Director to … The post Petroleum Authority of Uganda to announce new executive director appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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How C-Care Uganda rallied behind thousands at the 2026 Rotary Cancer Run
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | At the weekend, C-Care Uganda once again joined the Rotary Cancer Run as a key healthcare partner, bringing its medical expertise closer to participants and communities throughout the campaign. At Kololo, C-Care's medical teams were on hand to support runners and participants, providing first aid, emergency medical response, hydration … The post How C-Care Uganda rallied behind thousands at the 2026 Rotary Cancer Run appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Equity Bank facility helps Vurra Secondary School complete dormitory
Equity Bank Backs Vurra Secondary School Builds for a Bigger, Brighter Future Arua, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Set against the vibrant landscape of Arua in West Nile, Vurra Secondary School is expanding to keep pace with a rapidly growing student population. School leaders are racing to add classrooms and dormitories to ensure every … The post Equity Bank facility helps Vurra Secondary School complete dormitory appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Sombre mood as body of King Oyo brought home
Entebbe, Uganda | URN | The body of the late Omukama of Tooro, King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, has arrived in Uganda, marking the beginning of nine days of official mourning of the fallen king. The casket containing the remains of the fallen king touched down at Entebbe International Airport at 12:08 pm … The post Sombre mood as body of King Oyo brought home appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Chil Group launches digital ward rounds in rural health facilities
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Chil Group has launched a digital health platform that will allow specialists in urban medical centres to provide real-time inpatient care to patients in rural health facilities, it said in a media release on Sept.3. The E-Ward Round Platform is designed to connect rural doctors and nurses with urban-based … The post Chil Group launches digital ward rounds in rural health facilities appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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???? Anthony Natif notes from Court: Battle over call logs from 2nd Nov 2023
SPECIAL REPORT | ANTHONY NATIF | As recorded in court, in the case Uganda Vs Molly Katanga and adapted from @TonyNatif on X. **** Yesterday, before Her Lordship Rosette Comfort Kania, we had what one can playfully call an anti-climactic moment: "Call Log-Gate". You might recall that in July when DW3 was last on the … The post ???? Anthony Natif notes from Court: Battle over call logs from 2nd Nov 2023 appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Body of worlds youngest traditional king returns home to Uganda amid succession row
King Oyo died in the US last week aged 34 after receiving treatment for an aggressive form of cancer.
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Lira City moves to have business owners clean on Friday
Lira, Uganda | URN | Lira City Council is considering designating Fridays for business owners to clean their premises ahead of the National Cleaning Day observed every last Saturday of the month. The proposal follows concerns that many business owners keep their premises locked during the official cleaning hours, preventing them from participating in the exercise. … The post Lira City moves to have business owners clean on Friday appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Tooro Prime Minister defends concealing King Oyo's health information
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Tooro Kingdom Prime Minister Calvin Armstrong Rwomire has defended his decision not to publicly inform top officials in the Kingdom that King Oyo was out of the country for treatment. He had originally stated that late Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV was abroad for studies. Rwomire has, however, … The post Tooro Prime Minister defends concealing King Oyo's health information appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Pearl Magic to broadcast Miss World 2026 Finale Live
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Ugandan audiences will have a front-row seat to the world's biggest beauty pageant competition this Saturday as Pearl Magic exclusively broadcasts the Miss World 2026 competition in Uganda at 3:00 p.m. Taking place in Vietnam, this year's competition brings together contestants from across the world for an exciting showcase … The post Pearl Magic to broadcast Miss World 2026 Finale Live appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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Tata Chemicals ordered out of Kenya by president
Kenyas President William Ruto orders Indias Tata Chemicals to quit, saying it has failed to benefit the country.
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Museveni pays Oyo's medical, repatriation costs
Kampala, Uganda | URN | President Yoweri Museveni paid the medical and repatriation costs for the remains of the late Omukama of Tooro, Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, from the United States to Uganda. The Minister for the Presidency, Milly Babalanda, told Parliament on Thursday that the President provided the resources for the medical … The post Museveni pays Oyo's medical, repatriation costs appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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