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Police nab two school bus drivers for overloading pupils
Two school bus drivers have been arrested after police allegedly found them transporting pupils in overloaded buses during a traffic…
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Jinja City Woman MP advocates for clean water in schools at commemoration of Day of African Child
By Joseph Sooka The Jinja City Woman Member of Parliament and National Unity Platform legislator, Sarah Lwansasula, has called for…
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Here is what needs to be done to reduce election petitions
Election petitions have become an increasingly common feature of Uganda’s electoral process, largely due to allegations of irregularities and non-compliance…
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Parliament to discuss roads, electricity access and international agreements
Parliament is set to receive key government statements next week, including updates on the country’s road network, electricity access projects,…
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Kinyara Sugar renews Kitara FC sponsorship in UGX300 million two-year deal
By George Niyonzima Kinyara Sugar Limited has renewed its sponsorship partnership with Kitara Football Club for another two years in…
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UWA accuses Hoima Sugar of encroaching beyond allocated land in Bugoma Forest
The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has accused Hoima Sugar Factory of encroaching on more land in Bugoma Forest than was…
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Ministry suspends LC I leaders’ role in land transactions during election period
The Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development has directed all Local Council I (LC I) chairpersons currently participating in…
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Government responds to deaths of learners due to severe lalaria in Kampala schools
The Ministry of Health has presented a statement to Parliament following concerns raised over the deaths of learners from severe…
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From Bank to Agribusiness: How Dr Richard Wemesa built a value-adding farm enterprise
Uganda’s agricultural sector is increasingly looking beyond production towards value addition, processing and stronger agricultural value chains. As farmers contend…
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Donor rescues Kikuube school with roofing materials after storm leaves 500 learners exposed
By George Niyonzima Parents, teachers and learners at Kisiiha Government-Aided Primary School in Buhimba Town Council, Kikuube District, have received…
