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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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Mourning Turns Fort Portal into Economic Hub | Uganda News
The Tooro King’s nine-day mourning has transformed daily life across the region, halting work and farming while sparking an unexpected economic surge near…
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Besigye’s Alleged Plot to Overthrow Museveni | Uganda News
In a bombshell courtroom testimony, witness Andrew Wilson revealed explosive claims about Kizza Besigye, alleging he discussed overthrowing Uganda’s president…
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Protecting Farm Investments from Loss | Uganda News
A brutal livestock raid in Nakasongola left 200 goats and 20 cows slaughtered, injured workers, and a farmer’s life savings wiped out—exposing the urgent need…
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Uganda’s Medical Research Surge | Uganda News
Uganda is rocketing to the forefront of African medical research, snagging top-tier NIH grants and consistently ranking among the continent’s elite—sometimes…
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Lutale Named Besigye’s Second in Command | Uganda News
In a major twist in Dr. Besigye’s treason trial, key witness Andrew Wilson has publicly named Obeid Lutale as Besigye’s “second in command,” revealing Lutale’s…
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Ugandan Women Grow Mushrooms for Income | Uganda News
In Uganda’s Mbale, a bold group of women are revolutionizing food and income by growing mushrooms year-round—no more relying on seasonal wild harvests…
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Grief Behind the Crown | Uganda News
A haunting photo of the Queen Mother in grief at Entebbe airport has ignited debate about dignity and exploitation—but it’s not about shock value. Captured…
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Kapelebyong Corruption Crackdown | Uganda News
Two civil servants in Kapelebyong District are behind bars, and over thirty others are on the run after being accused of stealing funds meant for community…
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Yahaya Mpindi Makes History at Genesis Juniors | Uganda News
Yahaya Mpindi just shattered records, becoming Uganda’s first back-to-back Genesis Juniors Pool Champion after a nail-biting six-game final against Jonathan…
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Soil, Tech, and Trade: Farming’s Tough Truth | Uganda News
Farmers in Kibaale battle stubborn poverty and low yields, trapped by soil depletion from continuous farming and climate shocks—yet hope flickers as students…
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Kenya Targets Unlicensed Foreign Traders | Uganda News
Kenya’s President Ruto has ordered a crackdown on foreign traders operating without proper permits, sparking panic and mass exodus among undocumented traders —…
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Tooro Kingdom Prepares for King Oyo’s Burial | Uganda News
The Tooro Kingdom braces for the solemn burial of King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi the Fourth, who died at 34 — a reign spanning over three decades from…
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Run for Mothers This October | Uganda News
This year’s Corporate Run, returning October 11th, is more than a race—it’s a mission to save lives. Inspired by the tragic loss of a colleague during…
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Fatal Taxi Crash on Ishaka-Kagamba Road | Uganda News
A horrific crash on Ishaka-Kagamba Road in Bushenyi District claimed three lives and left ten others injured after a speeding Toyota Hiace flipped…
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Uganda’s Rising Swim Stars Shine | Uganda News
The Dolphins Fast and Furious Gala smashed records with 25 new meet marks across 50 races, as the Dolphins Swim Club racked up 1,037.5 points—but the real…
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King Clarifies Sussexes’ Royal Status | Uganda News
King Charles has sent a clear message: Prince Harry and Meghan are still non-working royals, stripped of HRH titles and officially private citizens. Their…
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Ukraine’s Top Prosecutor Resigns Amid Corruption Probe | Uganda News
Ukraine’s top prosecutor resigns amid explosive corruption allegations, as investigators uncover a massive money-laundering ring tied to illegal call centers…
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Kenya's Crackdown Tests East African Unity | Uganda News
Kenya’s crackdown on foreign traders is sparking fears of xenophobia and threatening East African unity, as businessman Mike Mukula warns that enforcement…
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RDCs Must Verify Projects, Not Just Sign | Uganda News
Local leaders are being told to stop rubber-stamping government projects and start actually verifying the work—down to the Bills of Quantities—to prevent…
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NRM Needs Generational Shift for 2031 | Uganda News
Rodgers Buregeya is sparking a bold debate within the NRM, calling for a generational leadership refresh to keep the party relevant ahead of 2031 elections. He…
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Third Infantry Division Shines in Drill and Shooting | Uganda News
Third Infantry Division claimed second place in the Chief of Defence Forces Drill Competition, earning fifteen million shillings and two individual awards for…
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DP Postpones Meeting to Honor King Oyo | Uganda News
The Democratic Party has postponed its National Executive Committee meeting from September 11-12 to the first week of October, honoring the late King Oyo and…
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Kampala Gang Arrested in Cash Heists | Uganda News
Four suspects arrested in Kampala are allegedly part of a violent motorcycle gang terrorizing the city with armed robberies, attempted murders, and thefts…
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Green Tree Bar Fire: What We Know | Uganda News
A major fire tore through Green Tree Bar and Restaurant in Butogota Town Council, causing millions in damage and sending shockwaves through the community…
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Two Women Dead in Luuka District | Uganda News
Two women, Betty Tulina and Esther Mubeezi, were found dead in their family home in Luuka District — sparking a major police investigation. A 21-year-old…
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Eiffel Tower Strike Over Gender Discrimination | Uganda News
The Eiffel Tower shut down amid a strike after female staff were reportedly ordered to leave their posts during a visit by a religious group seeking to limit…
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Schools Must Listen to Students | Uganda News
Uganda’s Inspectorate of Government is launching a bold campaign to stop kids from dropping out by empowering schools to handle student complaints…
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IK-PEN Brings African Luxury to Kampala | Uganda News
Nigerian luxury brand IK-PEN made a bold splash in Kampala, Uganda, with a pop-up showcasing its modern African fashion that turns traditional fabrics like…
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Child Killings Shake Kazo District | Uganda News
A chilling wave of child killings has gripped Kazo District, leaving parents terrified and communities demanding answers. Recent attacks—including the deaths…
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Stop Waiting for Payday | Uganda News
Your paycheck feels like a lifeline—until it’s gone. Between rent, groceries, mom’s call, and that friend’s wedding, your bank account vanishes faster than you…
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Gabula Day Honors Tooro King with New School | Uganda News
This year’s Gabula Day takes on a solemn tone as Bugabula Chiefdom honors the late King of Tooro with scaled-back festivities and flags flown at half-mast…
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Honoring a King Who Planted Trees | Uganda News
At the River Rwizi Run, environmentalists and leaders honored the late King of Tooro—a passionate tree-planting advocate whose legacy fuels conservation…
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Luuka District’s Wake-Up Call for Wealth Creation | Uganda News
Luuka District’s leaders are being urgently told to stop just handing out aid and start building real wealth—officials from the Resident District Commissioners…
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Honoring Minister Mateke Through Free Health Care | Uganda News
Hundreds gather in Kisoro for free medical screenings honoring late State Minister Sarah Nyirabashitsi Mateke, two years after her passing — with cancer…
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Mbarara’s Mortuary Crisis | Uganda News
Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital is drowning in bodies—no mortuary of its own, forced to rely on an overcrowded, aging facility at Mbarara University. With…
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Dread Lazer Turn Up 2.0 Live | Uganda News
Dread Lazer Turn Up 2.0 just dropped and it was pure magic—Dread Lazer smashed the stage with a wild fusion of live instruments and electronic beats, turning…
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Uganda’s New Sukuk Rules Explained | Uganda News
Uganda just rolled out new sukuk rules—Islamic bonds tied to real assets—to ensure investors aren’t just buying debt but owning tangible projects. At least 53%…
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Club Canvas On the Move in Mbarara | Uganda News
Club Pilsener’s Club Canvas On the Move rolled into Mbarara with a wild road trip from Kampala, turning the journey into a vibe with music, games, and stops in…
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Doctor Finds No Sodomy Evidence | Uganda News
A police surgeon’s damning testimony in a six-year-old case has sparked courtroom drama: he found no physical evidence of sodomy on seven accused individuals…
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Uganda Merges NIN and TIN for Taxes | Uganda News
Uganda’s tax system just got smarter: your national ID number (NIN) is now your official tax ID, merging citizen identity with tax compliance for a clearer…
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Uganda's Big Budget, Real Impact? | Uganda News
Uganda’s new $20 billion budget for 2026-2027 is pouring cash into big-ticket projects like the oil pipeline, refinery, and industrial parks—but everyday…
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Oxygen Crisis at Jinja Hospital | Uganda News
Oxygen shortages at Jinja Regional Referral Hospital are forcing costly emergency flights and straining budgets, while smaller clinics across the region face…
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Gabula Day Honors Tooro King | Uganda News
This year’s Gabula Day carries a solemn note as Bugabula Chiefdom honors the late King of Tooro, flying flags at half-mast and weaving ancestral ties into its…
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Your Money Personality Revealed | Uganda News
Unlock your money mindset: discover your “money personality” — the hidden habits shaped by your past that drive your spending, saving, and investing choices…
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Two Women Dead in Domestic Violence Case | Uganda News
Two women, Betty Tulina and Esther Mubeezi, were found dead in their home in Bugobi Village, prompting police to arrest a 21-year-old family member. As…
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Uganda Launches First Fistula Treatment Network | Uganda News
Uganda just launched its first Fistula Foundation Treatment Network — a landmark step toward ending preventable childbirth injuries. At Terrewode Women’s…
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UEDCL Under Fire Over $193B Tax Bill | Uganda News
Uganda’s electricity distributor UEDCL is in hot water after Parliament received a damning audit revealing a staggering $193.4 billion tax debt, soaring unpaid…
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Uganda's High Rates Explained | Uganda News
Uganda’s sky-high interest rates aren’t just a coincidence—they’re a direct result of the government hogging cash by borrowing heavily from domestic sources…
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Who Will Lead Tooro Next | Uganda News
As Tooro Kingdom prepares to bury King Oyo on the day that would have marked his 31st coronation, a fierce debate rages over who should succeed him — adult or…
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Government Tackles Rising Drowning Crisis | Uganda News
Drowning is a deadly crisis claiming 1,400 to 3,000 lives annually—with experts fearing the real toll is even higher. The government’s new multi-pronged…
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Uganda's Investment Scams and How to Stop Them | Uganda News
Ponzi schemes are exploding in Uganda, wiping out thousands of dollars from unsuspecting investors—especially women—despite warnings from authorities. These…
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Two Disappearances Raise Red Flags | Uganda News
Two activists vanish under suspicious circumstances—Mr. Rwomushana, a security commentator snatched live from Radio Simba, and Mr. Mwijukye, a student activist…
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Love, Faith, and Family in Bugiri | Uganda News
After 25 years of love, resilience, and financial hardship, Bugiri’s public health heroes Robert Mutumba Musenze and Irene Namuge finally tied the knot in a…
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A Sanctuary for Uganda’s Forgotten Elderly | Uganda News
For over fifty years, Uganda’s Mpumudde Home for the Elderly has been a lifeline for displaced and forgotten seniors—many left jobless after Idi Amin’s…
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King Oyo Returns Home in Solemn Ceremony | Uganda News
King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV’s remains arrived in Uganda amid solemn national mourning, touching down at Entebbe Airport where President Museveni…
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Lango’s Educated Elite Called to Serve | Uganda News
Educated Lango professionals are being urged to lead change back home, tackling dropout rates, poverty, and crime that stem from lack of opportunity — as…
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Uganda’s Pearl Sweet Oil Takes Center Stage | Uganda News
Uganda’s new crude oil, “Pearl Sweet,” is making global waves — a low-sulfur gem named for both its quality and the nation’s “Pearl of Africa” title. With…
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Curriculum Backslide or Systemic Shift | Uganda News
New national assessment reveals schools are secretly slipping back into old-school teaching methods despite a nationwide shift to hands-on, competence-based…
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Shooting at Muzuri Guest House | Uganda News
A deadly shooting erupted at Muzuri Guest House and Bar in Kamuli District early Sunday morning, claiming the life of 41-year-old Tenywa Hussain during a brawl…
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Youth Saving, Building, and Leading in Kalangala | Uganda News
In Kalangala, young people are turning small savings into big opportunities—pooling as little as 5,000 shillings to fund loans, startups, and skills training…