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Uganda News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Uganda News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Uganda and East Africa. From national politics and business developments to the economy, agriculture, energy, technology, public safety, education, culture, entertainment, sports, and major events happening across the country, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes each day. Whether you're living in Uganda, part of the Ugandan community abroad, or simply want to stay connected to one of…
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Uganda Stuns Kenya in ILT20 Final | Uganda News
Uganda stunned Kenya in a nail-biting ILT20 clash, crushing them by 47 runs to seize top spot with a superior net run rate. After losing early wickets, a…
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Uganda’s Gorillas Power Tourism Surge | Uganda News
Uganda’s mountain gorillas are cash cows—pulling in 110 billion shillings last year, a surge from 86 billion two years ago, thanks to booming tourism in Bwindi…
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Tooro’s Reconciliation and Legacy | Uganda News
Prince David Kiijanangoma, 59, passed away after a battle with cancer, leaving behind a legacy of royal devotion and unexpected reconciliation. Once at odds…
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Busoga's Six-Year Succession Struggle | Uganda News
In 2008, the Busoga Kingdom erupted into crisis after the death of Kyabazinga Henry Wako Muloki, sparking a bitter debate over whether leadership should be…
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Cattle Fund Scandal Rocks Apac | Uganda News
Local officials in Apac District are facing serious backlash after allegedly embezzling millions from a government livestock restocking program meant to help…
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Early Childhood Education Gets Professional | Uganda News
The government is launching a bold new push to transform early childhood education, mandating that all teachers working with kids ages birth to six must be…
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PDM Funds Misused in Lira | Uganda News
In a shocking twist, Lira authorities have arrested key officials including Resident District Commissioner Lillian Eyal and PDM focal person Michael Okello…
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Kampala Mayor Defends City Square | Uganda News
Kampala’s Lord Mayor Ronald Balimwezo is fiercely defending City Square, the city’s vital green heart, against plans to turn it into a commercial hub—arguing…
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Women Own Land, Stay Grounded | Uganda News
Father Deogratius Kiibi Kateregga delivers a powerful message urging Ugandan women to own land and build wealth—without losing their humility, love, or core…
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UPC Leadership Crisis Escalates | Uganda News
Denis Adim Enap, a former presidential challenger in Uganda’s UPC party, has been suspended with disgrace after a disciplinary committee found him guilty of…
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Why Men Are Checking Out Too Early | Uganda News
Men are dying too young because they avoid doctors until it’s too late — and the numbers are alarming. In one hospital, 33 men died within two days of…
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Arua Bridge Scandal and New Road Deal | Uganda News
Two city officials in Arua are behind bars after failing to explain the mismanagement of 266 million shillings spent on a stalled Owoko Bridge project — a…
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Hidden Health Crisis Exposed in Mbale | Uganda News
A hidden health crisis in Mbale is being exposed as a recent health camp screened 500+ people, revealing 28% with undiagnosed non-communicable diseases — and…
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Obuya's Century Powers Uganda to Final | Uganda News
Robinson Obuya lit up the T20 scene with a blistering 118 off just 70 balls, becoming Uganda’s second centurion in T20Is and crossing 1,000 runs in his 48th…
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Legal Battle Over Election Winner's Qualifications | Uganda News
A legal firestorm erupts in Makindye Division East as Judith Nuwabeine, a National Resistance Movement candidate, challenges the election win of Kasirye Nganda…
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Crossfire in Wakiso Over Land Dispute | Uganda News
In Wakiso District, a deadly police shooting erupted during a land dispute, leaving a 40-year-old bricklayer dead and another man injured as officers opened…
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Three Leaders Battle for Africa Golf Crown | Uganda News
Three golfers from Uganda and Nigeria are tied at the top after day one of the Pearl of Africa Series, each shooting a stunning five-under-par 65. Emma Ogwang…
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Wakiso’s Rush: Informal Settlements on the Rise | Uganda News
Wakiso District is exploding with informal settlements as rural migrants flood toward Kampala for work—but can’t afford city living. Proximity to the capital…
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Coffee Project Under Fire | Uganda News
Nine point six six billion shillings—yes, you read that right—is at the center of a fiery political debate over a government-funded coffee project tied to…
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Uganda Builds Mega Fuel Terminal | Uganda News
Uganda is building a massive new fuel storage terminal in Kampala to secure its energy future, with capacity for 320 million liters—boosting total national…
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Ibanda District in Crisis | Uganda News
Ibanda District is in crisis after at least ten killings in a single month, sending shockwaves through communities already on edge. Residents fear for their…
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Uganda’s Schools Blend Academics with Skills | Uganda News
Uganda’s education system is transforming, blending academics with hands-on vocational training to prepare students for real-world success—whether in college…
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Border Beef Turns Deadly in Gwere Wano-Abaya | Uganda News
Tensions flare in the disputed Gwere Wano-Abaya region as Uganda and South Sudan clash over land vital for farming and grazing—where everyday people live…
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Pineapple Factory Stalls Amid Ownership Dispute | Uganda News
A once-promising pineapple juice factory in Kayunga, valued at 2.5 billion shillings and meant to boost local farmers’ incomes, has sat idle for five years due…
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Tooro Kingdom Sets Crown Date | Uganda News
Tooro Kingdom gears up to crown its new monarch as Prince Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma prepares for his enthronement on September 29, 2026, following the death of…
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Uganda Election Petitions Set for October | Uganda News
Uganda’s High Court in Mubende is heating up with two major election petitions set for October 7th and 8th, challenging parliamentary results from January’s…
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Uganda Shifts to NIN for Taxes | Uganda News
Uganda’s government just rolled out a major digital upgrade: your NIN is now the go-to ID for all tax matters, replacing the old TIN. Businesses will use their…
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Fish Traders Shut Down Over New Licenses | Uganda News
Fish traders at Busia Main Market are staging a silent protest, shutting down operations as they clash with the municipal council over new licenses granted to…
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Rental Tax Drops as Landlords Slip Through Fingers | Uganda News
Uganda Revenue Authority warns rental income tax is slipping despite a booming real estate market, as landlords dodge EFRIS compliance and underreport earnings…
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Uganda’s Patriotic League Demands Fred Lumbuye’s Return | Uganda News
Uganda’s Patriotic League of Uganda marches on the Turkish Embassy demanding Turkey return Fred Lumbuye, a social media critic facing criminal charges, whom…
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Uganda Hosts Global Procurement Summit | Uganda News
Uganda is set to host the prestigious tenth International Public Procurement Conference in November 2026, a major global recognition of its capacity to lead…
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Tooro Kingdom’s Royal Succession Crisis | Uganda News
The Kingdom of Tooro is in turmoil after King Oyo’s death, sparking a fierce succession battle fueled by clan rivalries and tradition vs. progress — a drama…
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Cindy Declares Herself King | Uganda News
Cindy, newly crowned Miss Tourism, boldly declares herself “King,” ruling her own style and global fanbase with self-assured confidence. She laughs off…
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Shilling Under Pressure Amid Global Shifts | Uganda News
Uganda’s shilling is sliding, hitting nearly 3,920 to the dollar from 3,740 just months ago—driven by soaring fuel prices, global oil shocks, and investor…
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Shilling Under Pressure Again | Uganda News
The Ugandan shilling is under renewed pressure against the dollar, pushing import costs and inflation higher as the Bank of Uganda tightens liquidity to rein…
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Leku Wins Adjumani West By-Election | Uganda News
James Leku Pili wins Adjumani West by-election with a commanding 12,432 votes, narrowly defeating independent candidate Gasper Draga, who garnered 2,559. The…
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Museveni Turns 82 Amid National Celebration | Uganda News
Uganda’s President Museveni turns 82 this Saturday with a grand, nationwide celebration at Kololo Independence Grounds — dubbed a “mega party” by his team to…
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Government Spends Big on Meeting Transcripts | Uganda News
The government reportedly spent over fifty-nine million shillings to transcribe audio and video recordings from alleged meetings involving Dr. Kizza Besigye…
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Queen of the Tooro Kingdom | Uganda News
A new queen has emerged in Uganda’s Tooro Kingdom after 31 years without one—Rebecca Amoding-Rukidi, an HR manager from Teso, who quietly married a journalist…
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Tooro Throne Crisis and Uganda's Fertility Culture | Uganda News
Uganda’s Tooro kingdom is in turmoil over the sudden death of King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru, sparking a fierce succession battle centered on whether he left a…
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Witness Admits Working for Uganda | Uganda News
An American witness in Dr. Kizza Besigye’s treason trial just blew the courtroom open—admitting he was secretly working for Uganda’s government all along while…
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Tooro’s New King Takes the Throne | Uganda News
Prince Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma Nyabongo the First is poised to ascend the throne as the new King of Tooro on September 29, following the passing of the late…
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Election Petitions Shake Courts | Uganda News
Election chaos is hitting the courts as 346 petitions flood High Courts nationwide, challenging the legitimacy of January 15’s General Election results…
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Cassava Plant Boosts Busoga Farming | Uganda News
A brand-new cassava processing plant in Kamuli District is set to revolutionize local agriculture, backed by a massive 349 billion shilling investment…
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Kampala Teen Assault Sparks Outrage | Uganda News
Twelve teens arrested in Kampala after brutal video of them beating another teen sparks outrage, police act fast, victim recovering at home as investigation…
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Kids Rescued After Ransom Traced | Uganda News
Police in Buikwe District arrest three suspects linked to the kidnapping of two young brothers, Isaiah and Jeremiah Mugabane, after tracing mobile money…
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Councilor Accused of Stealing From 112-Year-Old | Uganda News
A local councilor in Otuke District is facing serious backlash after allegedly stealing five million shillings meant for his 112-year-old grandmother—part of a…
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Uganda’s Fisherfolk Demand Voice in New Laws | Uganda News
Fisherfolk in Uganda are demanding a seat at the table as new fishing laws take shape — frustrated that regulations ignore their realities and angered by…
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Uganda Prepares for Deadly El Niño Rains | Uganda News
Uganda faces a looming climate crisis as El Niño triggers torrential rains from September to December 2026, threatening flash floods, deadly landslides, and…
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Fufa Women League Battle Intensifies | Uganda News
The Fufa Women Super League is heating up with defending champs Kawempe Muslim under pressure, new rules pushing for youth talent, and a wave of coaching…
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From Lab to Market at Makerere | Uganda News
The Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation, Jonard Asiimwe Akiiki, delivered a bold message to Makerere University: stop just inventing and start…
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Cheptegei Aims for Road Running Medal | Uganda News
Joshua Cheptegei, Uganda’s marathon legend with a glittering trophy case, is chasing his first individual medal at the World Athletics Road Running…
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Gold Rush Sparks Demand for Justice | Uganda News
Gold rush in Kanungu District is turning villages into booming hubs, doubling populations as miners flood in. Local leaders demand the Shiye Mining Company…
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Children in Lira Turn to Jet Fuel | Uganda News
In Lira, Uganda, a growing crisis unfolds as street children turn to sniffing jet fuel—known locally as “Nyus”—to escape hunger, fear, and trauma. With…
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Father Kabuye's Legacy in Liturgical Music | Uganda News
Father James Kabuye, beloved priest and composer of the Kiyinda-Mityana Diocese, passed away at 92, leaving behind a six-decade musical legacy that transformed…
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Bagonza Faces Corruption Charges | Uganda News
Matthew Bagonza, head of the Presidential Advisory Committee on Export and Industrial Development, faces serious charges including money laundering and abuse…
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Road Project Destroyed Water Source | Uganda News
A major oil road project in Bunyoro has sparked outrage after allegations surfaced that contractor China Railway Seventh Group Ltd. sabotaged a vital water…
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PLU Assigns Elite Numbers to Power Players | Uganda News
Uganda’s Patriotic League of Uganda is rolling out a bold new system: assigning numbered ranks to top figures like Sudhir Ruparelia and Godfrey Kirumira, with…
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Uganda Learns from UK Parliament | Uganda News
Uganda’s Parliament is turning to the UK’s House of Commons for institutional upgrades, with Speaker Jacob Markson Oboth meeting UK counterpart Sir Lindsay…