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19:01

Nursery Teachers Scholarship Program Fails to Attract Applicants 1 2

In 2019, the government mandated that all teachers, including those in nursery, must hold a degree.
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18:58

BoU Denies Wrongdoing in UGX 54bn Theft 4

However, the Deputy Governor of the Bank of Uganda, Michael Atingi-Ego dismisses reports that staff members of BoU were among those arrested or being investigated.
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Ministry Ready to Roll Out National School Feeding Programme 2 1

Janet Kataha Museveni, First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, said that the programme will begin in the 2025/2026 financial year, most probably the first term of the 2026 academic year. For the start, the rollout will focus on primary schools.
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Police to Enrich Child Rights Training Modules 3 1

Kamya said that prioritizing training on child rights will equip officers at all levels, with adequate knowledge in handling juvenile offenders.
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IGP Admits Slow Implementation of Sub-County Policing Model lawrence niwabiine 1 2

Byakagaba said the model hasn’t been effective due to challenges. He cited a limited budget, insufficient personnel, and logistics. But despite the challenges, Byakagaba said they are determined to find all possible ways to implement the President’s idea across the country.
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Two Killed, Three Injured in Agago Accident Uganda Police Force 2 1

According to Solomon Ojok, an eye witness, the truck, registration number UAS 116C, lost control and crashed into a shea nut tree. Ojok attributed the crash to overspeeding.
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Aloikin Praise Opoloje “The Nude Protestor” What Drives Her? justice 1 7 Top story

"I ask myself, how much worse could it get if everyone though that that responsibility belongs to someone else"
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Refugees, Host Communities Asked to Focus on Environmental Conservation 1

It is estimated that at least 41 percent of Uganda’s landscape is experiencing degradation, a fact exacerbated by refuge settlement.
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Tororo Mayor Reshuffles Cabinet Amidst Tensions

The reshuffle follows the resignations of two municipal secretaries, Muhammed Woniaye and Paul Aliboko last week. They cited the need to prioritize their electorates and personal livelihoods as the reasons for their departure.
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Two Arua City Officials Interdicted 2 1

They were interdicted by the City Clerk David Kyasanku following a directive from the Inspectorate of Government.
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Time to Emphasize Environmental Justice, Human Rights Commission 1

“This year, Uganda has faced an alarming series of environmental disasters, highlighting the urgent need to address the intersection of human rights and environmental protection. Landslides in Bulambuli, severe flooding in Ntoroko and Kasese, and the tragic landfill collapse in Kampala are just a few examples of the catastrophic events affecting thousands of Ugandans, especially vulnerable groups such as women, children, and people with disabilities,” Wangadya noted.
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Accident Claims Toddler's Life Fatal Accident 1

Reports indicate that the driver, now in police custody, had parked near his home to change into sportswear for football training at Paipir Playground. Upon returning, he allegedly drove off without noticing the child nearby. Moments later, the toddler’s sister discovered her bleeding, but she succumbed to her injuries at the scene.
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Man Accused of Defiling Step Daughter Granted Bail Hajji Ali Mwizerwa 1

Mwizerwa was warned not to interfere with the state witnesses nor the victim and if he does so the court will revisit its decision.
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Alur Community to Raise Awareness of HIV and Malaria During 8th Annual Cultural Gala 1 3

Jakwana Hofin, the Spokesperson for the organizing committee, emphasized that the gala will not only showcase cultural activities but also play a role in improving the health sector.
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Guard Arrested over Theft of UGX 40m Police

Hassan Wagota was arrested in an operation conducted by the Police and UPDF soldiers. It is alleged that last month, Wagota broke into HUYSLINK, an NGO in Nkumba – Katabi Town Council, where he was guarding.
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Bishop Kisekka Tasks Luwero District Leaders to Prioritize Investment in Health Ministry of Health 3

Bishop Kisekka said that the healthcare crisis in the district requires collective responsibility to ensure that every citizen has access to quality medical services.
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12:25

A book of Lies? Kabumba Explores Complex Constitutional Questions 1 3 Top story

He says like people who tell lies, the Constitution of Uganda tells lies probably for the purposes of keeping peace.
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12:08

Schools Not Yet Safe Despite Policies to Keep Girls in School Teenage pregnancy 1 4

Filbert Baguma the Uganda National Teachers Union (UNATU) General Secretary because of government’s delay to fulfil this promise, the body resolved to conduct a campaign in Teso and Western region where they have given free pads to the needy. When they went back to assess school attendance, he says they found abseentism rates to have reduced among girls.
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Court Orders Prisons to Produce Besigye on Charges of Inciting Violence Skyrocketing prices 2 2

The warrant was issued on Thursday by Senior Principal Grade One Magistrate Winnie Nankya Jatiko following a request from State Attorney Allan Mucunguzi. Mucunguzi sought the warrant after Besigye, who is jointly charged with opposition politician Samuel Lubega Mukaaku, failed to appear in court.
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