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Politics
7 hours ago
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Somalia's Humanitarian Crisis Worsens Amid Insecurity

THE STORY According to a report by PML Daily, the deterioration and worsening of humanitarian conditions remains one of the most defining features of...

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Tech
8 hours ago
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Women Entrepreneurs Katale 2026 Launches in Uganda

THE STORY The U.S. Exchange Alumni Network Uganda (USEA) in partnership with the Awe Alumnae Association has unveiled the Women Entrepreneurs Katale 2...

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Politics
9 hours ago
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Lira Man Stabs Wife to Death Over Phone in Uganda

Police in Lira district, northern Uganda, are hunting for a man accused of stabbing his 39-year-old wife to death on Thursday night in Alit village, A...

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Business
10 hours ago
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Eastern Africa Competitive Electricity Market 2026 | Uganda

THE STORY The competitive electricity market for the Eastern Africa region is scheduled to launch in April 2026. This was announced by Ziria Tibalwa W...

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Business
11 hours ago
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Uganda Tourism Board Promotes Wildlife in Belgium Tour

THE STORY The Uganda Tourism Board hosted a networking reception for Belgian tour operators and buyers on Thursday at Publiek Authentiek in Ghent, Bel...

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Politics
11 hours ago
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Uganda Reschedules Local Council Elections for March 2026

THE STORY The Electoral Commission of Uganda has rescheduled polling for Sub County, Town Council and Municipal Division Local Government Council elec...

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Business
12 hours ago
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Uganda's Richest 2026: Wealth Analysis & Economic Factors

THE STORY A report titled "Uganda’s 14 Richest Individuals – February 2026 (Macroeconomic Analysis Edition)" was published by Watchdog Uganda. The rep...

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Entertainment
13 hours ago
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Smart TV Affordability & Home Entertainment in Uganda

THE STORY An article from The Observer titled "Does size always matter?" discusses home entertainment. The article states that while people discuss mo...

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International
13 hours ago
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USAID Employee Confesses to Stealing Uganda Hospital Vehicle

THE STORY An employee of the USAID Uganda Health Activity (USAID-UHA) has allegedly confessed to stealing and selling a vehicle belonging to Gulu Regi...

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Politics
13 hours ago
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Navio & Flex D'Paper Drop New Party Anthem 'Amnesia' in Uganda

THE STORY Ugandan hip hop veteran Navio has teamed up with rap heavyweight Flex D’Paper to release a new single titled “Amnesia.” The song is describe...

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Sports
13 hours ago
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South Africa Beats West Indies in T20 World Cup 2026

THE STORY South Africa has maintained its unbeaten record at the 2026 T20 World Cup with a victory over the West Indies. The team won the match by nin...

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Business
13 hours ago
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EACOP & Hoima City Hand Over New Road in Uganda

THE STORY The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) in partnership with Hoima City has handed over the newly constructed Nyamasoga-Katooke road. Thi...

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Politics
15 hours ago
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Uganda Election Analysis: Unpredictable Outcome & State Force

THE STORY An analysis of an election in Uganda described it as an odd election. The analysis noted that on one hand, the opposition seemed both weaker...

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Business
15 hours ago
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AGOA Extension Uncertainty Impacts Uganda Exporters

THE STORY The United States earlier this month announced the extension of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) through the end of 2026. This...

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Politics
15 hours ago
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Uganda Archbishop's Role in 2026 Election Tension Debated

THE STORY An op-ed published on February 27, 2026, on Watchdog Uganda discusses the role of religious leaders in political tension. The article, by Ja...

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Business
15 hours ago
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Uganda's Red Pepper Boss Earns PhD in Journalism at Makerere

THE STORY Prominent Ugandan journalist, media entrepreneur and STEM advocate Arinaitwe Rugyendo has been awarded a Doctor of Philosophy in Journalism...

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International
15 hours ago
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Uganda Christians Begin Lent 2024: Fasting & Spiritual Renewal

THE STORY Christians in Uganda have started the season of Lent, a period of fasting. Reverend Father Joseph Mukiibi, the Director of Communications an...

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Politics
16 hours ago
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Uganda Coffee Export Earnings Double, MPs Skeptical

THE STORY During a heated session of the Public Accounts Committee, Members of Parliament expressed astonishment and skepticism. This occurred as the...

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Business
17 hours ago
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Uganda Gets €40M AFD Boost for Economic Transformation

THE STORY Uganda’s economic transformation agenda has received a boost following the signing of a €40 million financing agreement between Agence Franç...

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Politics
18 hours ago
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Jeffrey Epstein's Morocco Palace Bid Before Arrest

THE STORY The disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein was in talks to buy a palace in Morocco days before his arrest in the United States in 2019. The spe...

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Politics
18 hours ago
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Uganda Activist Vows to Continue Legal Fight from Prison

THE STORY Legal activist Male Mabirizi Hassan Kiwanuka has said his imprisonment will not stop his activism. He made the statement while speaking to U...

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Tech
18 hours ago
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Zimbabwe Ends US Health Data Deal Talks | Uganda News

THE STORY Zimbabwe has terminated negotiations with the United States on a proposed health funding Memorandum of Understanding. This was reported on a...

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Politics
18 hours ago
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Minister Museveni Praises Makerere Leadership Program in Uganda

THE STORY Education and Sports Minister Janet Kataaha Museveni commended Makerere University’s Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) for nurturing young lead...

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Politics
19 hours ago
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Uganda Activist Mabirizi Vows Jail Won't Stop Judiciary Fight

THE STORY Legal activist Male Mabirizi Hassan Kiwanuka has said his continued imprisonment will not deter him from advocating for what he describes as...

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