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UPDF officials have met cattle traders from northern Uganda to agree on measures to regulate livestock trade and prevent Ebola from spreading from the DRC into Uganda.
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Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has been praised for supporting the construction of Ruhengyere Army Primary School, part of the UPDF's effort to improve education for soldiers' children and neighbouring communities.
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HealthWeeping in Disbelief: How DNA Testing Rewrote the Late Paul Kafeero’s Family Tree
A dramatic 20-year paternity battle over the estate of late music icon Prince Paul Kafeero has concluded after DNA results disqualified 21 out of 25 claimants. Funded by Minister Balaam Barugahara and confirmed by state laboratories, the forensic findings leave just four verified biological children to inherit the legacy of the legendary Kadongo Kamu singer.
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NationalMuseveni Chairs First Cabinet Meeting to Launch New Five-Year Term
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has chaired the first formal Cabinet meeting of his new 2026–2031 administration following a mandatory 10-day induction retreat in Kyankwanzi. The strategic session brought together the 83-member executive team to officially begin executing the NRM's five-year development agenda.
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newsEBOLA: UPDF Tightens Livestock Movement Controls Near DRC Border
UPDF officials have met cattle traders from northern Uganda to agree on measures to regulate livestock trade and prevent Ebola from spreading from the DRC into Uganda.
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The UPDF 106 Military Police Battalion has completed a 30-kilometre route march to improve troop fitness, endurance and operational readiness.
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CDF Commended for Investment in Education for Soldiers' Children
Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has been praised for supporting the construction of Ruhengyere Army Primary School, part of the UPDF's effort to improve education for soldiers' children and neighbouring communities.
Uganda to Evacuate 746 Nationals from South Africa over Xenophobic Attacks
Uganda will evacuate 746 nationals from South Africa after rising xenophobic attacks left one Ugandan dead.
Basaliza Vows to Justify Gen. Kainerugaba's Trust After PLU Central Committee Reappointment
Museveni, Qatari Tycoons Strike Deal to Build Fruits, Coffee Processing Hubs
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has hosted a delegation from Al Mansour Holdings at State House, Entebbe, to broker an economic partnership between Uganda and Qatar. The multi-sectoral talks focused on deploying Qatari capital, technology, and equipment into fruit processing, coffee value addition, pharmaceuticals, energy, and logistics to drive job creation.
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View All →Museveni, Qatari Tycoons Strike Deal to Build Fruits, Coffee Processing Hubs
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has hosted a delegation from Al Mansour Holdings at State House, Entebbe, to broker an economic partnership between Uganda and Qatar. The multi-sectoral talks focused on deploying Qatari capital, technology, and equipment into fruit processing, coffee value addition, pharmaceuticals, energy, and logistics to drive job creation.
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Local Government Minister Balaam Promises Modern Highway Muchomo Markets Amid Vendors’ Concerns
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Kingfisher Facilities Reach Final Stage as Uganda Eyes First Oil
Uganda's leaders have expressed confidence in achieving First Oil after inspecting the nearly completed Kingfisher oil development project in Kikuube District.
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Government Seeks Better Credit Ratings Through Climate Adaptation Investments
Uganda is pioneering a new approach that seeks to ensure climate resilience investments improve sovereign credit assessments and reduce the cost of borrowing.
Nicholas Agaba•
Uganda Airlines Signs Agreement to Acquire 10 Boeing Planes
President Museveni witnessed the signing of an agreement between Uganda Airlines and Boeing for the acquisition of 10 new passenger and cargo aircraft aimed at boosting trade, tourism and regional connectivity.
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Tayebwa Launches Sports-Agro Alliance in Bushenyi to Boost Banana Export Value
Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa has represented President Museveni at the first-ever Olympic Tooke Run in Bushenyi, celebrating the commercial evolution of Uganda's banana-flour industry.
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UPDF FC Elects New Leadership Team
UPDF FC has elected a new leadership team as the club seeks to strengthen governance, funding, player development and competitiveness.
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Uganda Leverages UK Football Showcase to Attract European Tourists
Uganda’s High Commission in London has partnered with the 2026 Africa Nations Cup UK, using the football tournament to aggressively market the "Explore Uganda" tourism campaign to British travelers.
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UPDF Armoured Division Supports Buddu FC Ahead of Masaza Cup
The UPDF Armoured Division has donated Shs1 million and bottled water to Buddu FC ahead of the Masaza Cup tournament.
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UPDF 3 Infantry Division Netball Team Crowned North East Champions
The UPDF 3 Infantry Division Female Netball Team has won the North East Regional Sports League championship after defeating Kumi Diamonds 31–15. The unbeaten Moroto-based side has officially secured a spot in the National Netball Playoffs, drawing praise from Brig Gen Kyangungu and Col Richard Butungi.
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Uganda’s SMEs Face Cash Flow Test as First Oil Nears
Uganda’s oil boom could transform the economy, but without financial support and liquidity, many local businesses risk missing out on the opportunities it promises.
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The Politics of God & God in Africa: How Witchdoctors & Pastors Are Cashing In on Uganda's Cabinet Frenzy
As long as cabinet positions are viewed less as burdens of national service and more as crowns of power, prestige and access to seemingly infinite resources, the shrines will remain crowded, the prophets will keep prophesying, and politicians will continue desperately searching for favour everywhere; in State House corridors, in whispered networks, and in the spiritual realm itself.
Kp Editor•
Kiwoko Hospital PAYE Ruling Clarifies When Specialist Doctors Become Employees
In a landmark and highly instructive decision of Kiwoko Hospital v URA, Application No. 206 of 2024, the Tax Appeals Tribunal (TAT) provided much-needed guidance on the distinction between employment and consultancy relationships within the healthcare sector.
Kp Editor•
More Than 50 Years: Uganda and Europe’s Long Conversation
In 2024, bilateral trade between Uganda and the EU reached about EUR 2.1 billion, with Ugandan exports to Europe nearly tripling since 2019.
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Press Freedom Needs Discipline
So, what must Uganda do? First, move from free media to responsible media. Yes, we have over 300 radio stations, more than 30 TV stations, over 50 print outlets, and a flood of digital platforms. We are not short of voices. We are drowning in them.
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