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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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Sharpeville Survivors Seek Justice | Uganda News
Sixty-six years after the Sharpeville massacre, survivors and families are finally fighting back against a 1961 law that shields apartheid-era killers from…
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Sabalenka’s Fast Win Hides Underlying Struggles | Uganda News
Aryna Sabalenka crushed her US Open second-round match in just 53 minutes, dismantling Polina Iatcenko 6-1, 6-1 — one of her fastest wins at a Grand Slam. But…
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Uganda’s Oil Refinery Push | Uganda News
Uganda’s President Museveni is pushing hard for a local oil refinery, calling it a national priority alongside the East African Crude Oil Pipeline. The goal?…
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Accountants Power Uganda’s Microfinance Future | Uganda News
Ugandan accountants are being urged to play a pivotal role in transforming the nation’s economy by championing microfinance through Saccos and community-based…
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Alcaraz Overcomes Set Scare at US Open | Uganda News
Carlos Alcaraz survived a rocky start at the US Open, dropping the first set to Jaime Faria but rallying with grit to win in four sets — a crucial test as he…
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Boulter’s Rough US Open Exit | Uganda News
Katie Boulter’s US Open nightmare: crushed in under an hour by Karolina Muchova, winning just one game amid shaky serving, double faults, and mental…
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Clippers Hit with NBA’s Largest Fine Ever | Uganda News
The NBA just handed the LA Clippers the biggest fine in league history — $30 million — after uncovering a scheme to circumvent salary caps for star Kawhi…
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Mistaken Identity Kills in Sydney | Uganda News
Sydney’s reeling from two chilling mistaken identity killings linked to organized crime in under 48 hours—innocent lives shattered by violence that shouldn’t…
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Fury vs Joshua Stalled Again | Uganda News
Tyson Fury’s camp says the heavyweight showdown with Anthony Joshua is locked in — but where it happens? That’s the snag. Fury, impatient and calling Joshua a…
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Uganda's Pearl Sweet Oil Dawn | Uganda News
Uganda’s oil dreams are turning into reality as President Museveni unveils the nation’s first crude, “Pearl Sweet,” at the Kingfisher Oilfield — a sweet…
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Planes Over Stadium Spark Debate | Uganda News
Two planes buzzed a packed rugby stadium last weekend—green and black, flying less than 50 feet overhead with flares blazing—sparking wild debate: awe for the…
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China’s $167B Dam Project on Fault Line | Uganda News
China is racing to build a $167 billion hydropower complex in Tibet’s seismically volatile Pemakoe valley, targeting 60 gigawatts by 2030 — despite warnings…
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Sailors Dock in Pattaya for Break | Uganda News
Nearly 5,000 sailors from the USS Abraham Lincoln have docked in Pattaya for a much-needed break after a record 250-day deployment at sea. While they spent…
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Tara Davis-Woodhall Concussion Update | Uganda News
Olympic long jump champ Tara Davis-Woodhall is recovering from a terrifying head-on car crash that left her with a severe concussion—just as she’s at the peak…
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Uganda's Digital Plate Scandal | Uganda News
Car dealers in Uganda are sounding the alarm over a brazen bribery scandal tied to digital number plates, alleging that those who pay extra—ranging from…
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Uganda Deploys AI Police Chatbot | Uganda News
Uganda’s police are launching an AI chatbot to revolutionize how citizens access law enforcement services—think of it as a 24/7 digital assistant for…
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Uganda’s Finance Minister Calls on Accountants to Lead with Data | Uganda News
Uganda’s Finance Minister Henry Musasizi is rallying the nation’s accountants to become strategic economic guardians—not just number crunchers. He’s demanding…
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Youngest Monarch, Lasting Legacy | Uganda News
Parliament prepares for a historic tribute to the late King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi the Fourth of Tooro, the youngest monarch ever crowned at just…
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Uganda Schools Reopening Date Debunked | Uganda News
A viral fake screenshot claiming Ugandan schools reopen October 9, 2026, is AI-generated nonsense—official calendar confirms Term Three starts September 14…
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Uganda Learns from Ghana’s Oil Journey | Uganda News
Uganda and Ghana are teaming up for a serious knowledge exchange as Uganda prepares to launch its oil industry, turning to Ghana’s seasoned expertise to avoid…
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Uganda Tax Clarity for New Businesses | Uganda News
Uganda’s tax authorities are stepping up to educate new businesses on their obligations — from confusing tax types to avoiding penalties — as part of a…
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Parliament Demands Answers on Stalled Bridge Projects | Uganda News
Parliament is forcing action as 30 major bridge projects sit idle nationwide, with the Speaker ordering Finance, Works, Transport ministers, and contractors to…
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Uganda Prisons Need Major Upgrade | Uganda News
Lawmakers are demanding a major overhaul of Uganda’s prison training system after touring Chitahya and witnessing firsthand the crumbling infrastructure and…
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UPC Launches Disciplinary Hearings | Uganda News
UPC is cracking down hard—nine members face disciplinary hearings for alleged rule-breaking, starting in Lira with a committee chaired by Paul Peter Okello…
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Old School Picnic Turns One | Uganda News
One year down, and the Old School Picnic is still rocking — bringing together Gen Z and older fans alike to groove on RnB, soul, and Ugandan classics under the…
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Africa’s Climate Finance Must Deliver | Uganda News
Africa’s climate finance future hinges on action, not just talk — as the Third Annual Africa Climate Finance Conference in Kampala made clear. With leaders…
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Vurra School Builds for Growth | Uganda News
Vurra Secondary School in Uganda is bursting at the seams—enrollment keeps climbing, but classrooms and dorms haven’t kept up. With help from Equity Bank…
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NMS Urges Government to Expand Medicine Storage | Uganda News
National Medical Stores is sounding the alarm—demand for essential medicines is skyrocketing, and their current storage capacity is maxed out. With…
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Accountants Power Uganda’s Growth | Uganda News
Uganda’s Finance Minister Henry Musasizi declared accountants are the nation’s economic engines, urging them to move beyond spreadsheets and drive smart…
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Prison Warder Sentenced to Death | Uganda News
A prison warder named Moses Anguyo has been sentenced to death for fatally shooting four people—including a child and public servants—during a violent outburst…
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Lord Mayor Orders Cleanup After Garbage Crisis | Uganda News
Kampala’s Lord Mayor Ronald Nsubuga Balimwezo confronted a growing garbage crisis in Makindye-Salaama, where piles of uncollected trash had festered since last…
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Tragic Truck Crash in Mityana | Uganda News
A tragic road crash on the Mityana-Mubende Road claims the life of 26-year-old truck driver Felix Kaganda after his Mitsubishi Canter overturned into Pamujjugu…
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Prison Warder Faces Death for Kiboga Murders | Uganda News
A prison warder is set to face death after confessing to killing four—including a toddler and a deputy officer—in a chilling Kiboga prison incident that’s sent…
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Uber Exits Uganda Nigeria | Uganda News
Uber’s exiting Uganda and Nigeria by September 2026, ending its ride-hailing operations in both countries after nearly a decade — including its 2016 launch in…
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Madagascar’s Ex-Senate Chief Sentenced | Uganda News
Madagascar’s former Senate president, Richard Ravalomanana, has been sentenced to ten years of hard labor for complicity in murder tied to the violent…
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From Factory to 880K on TikTok | Uganda News
From factory worker to TikTok sensation, Nacho’s Ugandan journey proves viral fame isn’t luck—it’s grit, local flavor, and divine timing. After four years of…
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Guinea-Bissau’s Power Shift | Uganda News
Guinea-Bissau just voted to hand sweeping new powers to its president — including firing the prime minister, dissolving parliament, and reshaping government…
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Joan Nabakooza Safe After Abduction | Uganda News
A five-year-old girl, Joan Nabakooza, was snatched from her grandmother’s home in Mityana during a brazen robbery where kidnappers demanded four million…
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Uganda’s Event Boom and Pavilion Events | Uganda News
Uganda’s events scene is exploding, fueled by skyrocketing demand for top-tier, full-service event production. Companies like Pavilion Events Uganda Limited in…
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Tiger Woods Plea Deal and Recovery | Uganda News
Tiger Woods dodges jail time but faces a five-year license suspension and $1K fine after pleading to a DUI charge from his March rollover crash — the only…
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Special Forces Crowned Champions | Uganda News
Special Forces Command just clinched top honors at the Chief of Defence Forces Inter-Forces Drill Competition—winning both the trophy and a hefty 50 million…
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Ipsos Uganda Partners with Buganda Kingdom | Uganda News
Ipsos Uganda and the Buganda Kingdom have launched a groundbreaking partnership aimed at turning data into development. With Ipsos’ 32 years of local expertise…
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Gulu University Pushes for Startup-Friendly Policies | Uganda News
Gulu University is calling for government tax breaks and lighter regulations to help student entrepreneurs turn ideas into thriving businesses, arguing that…
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Security Guard Found Dead in Locked Room | Uganda News
A 62-year-old security guard, Stephen Kangalighali Masereka, was found dead inside his locked room in Kasese, sparking a police investigation. Authorities are…
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Babiito Clan Mourns King Oyo's Passing | Uganda News
The Babiito Baise Ngobi clan from Busoga Kingdom mourns the passing of King Oyo of Tooro, viewing his death as a devastating blow to the entire Babiito dynasty…
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Armed Robbers Strike Morobi | Uganda News
A woman in Obongi District was brutally robbed on her way home by two armed men who stole her bag, phone, and mobile money PIN—then siphoned off 700,000…
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Uganda Red Cross Names New Leader | Uganda News
Naphtal Baguma, a veteran humanitarian leader with over 20 years of experience—including a decade in senior roles at Uganda Red Cross—is set to become the new…
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Rubis Expands Fuel Access Across Uganda | Uganda News
Rubis Energy Uganda just launched ten brand-new fuel stations across the country, hitting hotspots like Nabbingo, Naluvule, and Masaka Bypass to make refueling…
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Muslim Leader Mourns Uganda's Young King | Uganda News
A young monarch’s tragic passing stirs national grief as Uganda’s Deputy Mufti Sheikh Muhammad Ali Waiswa pays solemn tribute to King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru…
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15 Housemates in the Hot Seat | Uganda News
Fifteen housemates are now on the chopping block in Big Brother Naija Season 11 after a major rule violation—discussing nominations—led to a complete reset…
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Singleton’s Sunday Soirée | Uganda News
Singleton’s Big Meeting lit up Thrones Bar & Lounge last Sunday with a vibe that turned whiskey into an experience—guests crafted their own cocktails, feasted…
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Solar Power Without the Upfront Cost | Uganda News
DFCU Bank and Sawa Energy are teaming up to slash business energy costs with a solar-powered, pay-as-you-go model that eliminates the need for massive upfront…
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Acorns Celebrates 30 Years and University Vision | Uganda News
Acorns Group of International Schools just celebrated its 30th anniversary, marking three decades of transforming education across Uganda—from a single…
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NRM Picks New Voice for Adjumani West | Uganda News
In Adjumani West, the NRM party is holding a high-stakes primary election this Thursday to choose their parliamentary candidate for a by-election on September…
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Reconnecting Uganda's Wildlife Corridors | Uganda News
Uganda’s Albertine Rift, a global biodiversity hotspot teeming with rare wildlife like endangered eastern chimpanzees, faces existential threats from farming…
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Uganda’s Pearl Sweet Oil Ready to Export | Uganda News
Uganda just unveiled its first branded crude oil, “Pearl Sweet,” a symbolic and strategic move ahead of its debut oil exports. The name honors Uganda’s…
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Busoga Postpones Coronation to Honor Tooro King | Uganda News
Busoga Kingdom respectfully postpones Kyabazinga William Gabula Nadiope the Fourth’s twelfth coronation anniversary from September 13 to September 19, honoring…
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French Ambassador Pushes Cleaner Fuel in Uganda | Uganda News
French Ambassador Virginie Leroy is urging Uganda’s fuel giants to embrace cleaner tech like RUBiS Uganda’s UltraTec additive, which boosts engine efficiency…
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Muhammad Kafeero Elected Timber Leader | Uganda News
Muhammad Kafeero has been elected as the new leader of Wakiso’s timber traders, marking a pivotal moment for the sector’s future. With strong voter turnout and…
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Urine Test Detects 90% of Bladder Cancer | Uganda News
Scientists are thrilled about a new at-home urine test that detects over 90% of bladder cancer cases—potentially slashing the need for invasive cystoscopies…