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Uganda's long-serving President Museveni to seek reelection, official says
The Gazette - Colorado
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KAMPALA (Reuters) -Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni will seek reelection for another term in polls due early next year to extend his nearly four-decade rule, according to a senior official from the ruling party. Although he was widely expected...
2026 POLLS! EC embarks on 3rd Phase Election of Special Interest Groups
Red Pepper
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July 14, 2025
By Evans Najuna Kampala – All is set and everything is ripe moving forward for general elections come 2026. As we talk the Uganda Independent Electoral Commission has this week embarked on the third phase of Electing of Special interest groups...
‘Uganda’s tax system is a drain on small businesses’
Independent (Uganda)
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June 24, 2025
ANALYSIS | Adrienne Lees, a Researcher at the Institute of Development Studies of the UK, in collaboration with the Uganda Revenue Authority, shows how to set them free Uganda is one of the countries most exposed to recent cuts in international...
Zohran Mamdani Is Anti-American. But He’s An Attractive Minority So The Media Love Him.
The Federalist
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July 1, 2025
It’s been fun watching the dying news media in recent days swoon over New York Democrat mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani as if he’s a revolutionary who just broke political party dogma. The reality is that he’s yet another version of the same type...
Questions arise over Zimbabwean Wicknell Chivayo rubbing shoulders with African presidents
Maravi Express
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July 16, 2025
* Met Chakwera yesterday and is reported to have unfettered access to power, with his interactions with presidents including his own Emmerson Mnangagwa * He has before met former Malawi President Peter Mutharika, Kenya’s William Ruto, Uganda’s...
African films shine bright at Zanzibar Film Festival 2025
The Citizen
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Zanzibar. The 28th edition of the Zanzibar International Film Festival (ZIFF) concluded at the weekend with a vibrant celebration of African storytelling, honouring exceptional films and talents that showcased the depth and diversity of the...
'A sonic journey': All you need to know about the Music in Space Tour
Times LIVE
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Bjorn Vido is on a mission to drive social change through music. Through his Music in Space Tour, the musician and climate activist hailing from Denmark is bringing a live experience that brings together artists from around the world to draw...
Power Grab: Togolese, Ugandan Leaders Cling To Rule, But The Youth Must Rise Against Constitutional Coups
Daily Guide
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July 1, 2025
The writer Let’s keep our Togolese neighbors and Ugandan brethren in our thoughts and prayers as they confront the entrenched appetite of their ruling elites, who twist democratic principles to hang on to power. In Togo, the late Gnassingbé...
Museveni Salutes first Lady for Her Contribution to Uganda as she turns 77
Red Pepper
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June 30, 2025
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on Sunday June 29,2025 paid tribute to the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Maama Janet Kataaha Museveni. He described her as a resilient woman who stood firmly through decades of personal...
WeUtonga speaks about her life as a musician and as a worker
NewsDay Zimbabwe
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Edith WeUtonga Katiji MULTI-AWARD winner Edith WeUtonga Katiji, the president of the Zimbabwe Musicians Union and vice-president of the International Federation of Musicians, has made a name for herself on the music scene. Landing the...
Musician Nicky Prince: Refugees return but can’t stay without security
Eye Radio
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June 23, 2025
Author: Baria Johnson | Published: 4 hours ago Suliman Musa, popularly known as Nicky, Prince of the Hard Life Avenue Stars|By Darlington Moses South Sudanese musician Suliman Musa, popularly known as Nicky Prince of the Hard Life Avenue Stars, is...
Uganda SGR plan on track as Kenya pursues China bond
Zawya
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The Ugandan government has earmarked Ush2.17 trillion ($560.2 million) in the next financial year for construction of the standard gauge railway, signalling that the long-awaited works on the Malaba-Kampala line are about to start. This financing...
Optimism as Uganda Airlines expands
Independent (Uganda)
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June 30, 2025
Uganda Airlines flies to 17 destinations, the latest being London, U.K. Planned destinations include Guangzhou, China; Accra, Ghana; Cape Town, S.A.; and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Uganda Airlines) Experts say coming months critical for new planes,...
With No Succession Plan, Uganda’s Museveni Seeks Reelection
World Politics Review
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June 30, 2025
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni attends the state funeral of former Kenyan President Daniel Arap Moi, Nairobi, Kenya, Feb. 11, 2020 (AP photo by John Muchucha). Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni confirmed Saturday that he intends to run for a...
Uganda Airlines Soars with Entebbe-London Route Success, Eyes Domestic Expansion
UBC - Uganda Broadcasting Corporation
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June 22, 2025
By David Mwanje One month after launching its historic Entebbe–London Gatwick route, Uganda Airlines is riding a wave of success with steady passenger loads and impressive on-time performance. CEO Jenifer Bamuturaki’s bold vision to position the...
Uganda Tourism and Investment Roadshow Wraps Up in Istanbul
UBC - Uganda Broadcasting Corporation
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June 22, 2025
The Uganda Tourism and Investment Roadshow in Turkey has officially concluded, ending on a high note in Istanbul. The finale featured H.E. Amb. Jeje Odongo, Minister of Foreign Affairs; PS Hon. Vincent Bagiire Wasswa; H.E. Amb. Nusura Tiperu;...
Abducted Uganda MP shows signs of torture: law society
The Standard
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A Ugandan Member of Parliament Barnabas Tinkasiimire, shows signs of torture: law society says after being abducted. [Courtesy] A Ugandan member of parliament critical of President Yoweri Museveni was abducted over the weekend and apparently...
The basketball coach who’s happy Embiid didn’t join his team
AS
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July 15, 2025
In recent years, it’s become increasingly common for top international teams to strengthen their rosters with naturalized players. From point guards like Kendrick Perry (Montenegro) and Jaleen Smith (Croatia), to naturalization-for-a-passport...
Inside the Girl-Led Empowerment Movement Growing in Uganda
Triple Pundit
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“The most powerful method in empowering girls is to start with their personal journeys and personal empowerment,” Monica Nyiraguhabwa, executive director and co-founder of the Girl Up Initiative Uganda, told TriplePundit. “You cannot empower a...
CoU holds mock exams in its founded schools
Independent (Uganda)
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July 15, 2025
Church of Uganda launches nationwide mock examinations for its schools. Wakiso, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Church of Uganda has embarked on conducting mock examinations in all its primary and secondary schools across the country. According to...