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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 Launches Pension for Informal Workers | Uganda News
Uganda’s informal workers are getting a retirement lifeline—officially licensed to save, even on unpredictable incomes. Boda boda riders and market vendors can…
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KCCA Breaks Drought with First Win | Uganda News
KCCA finally broke their slump with a hard-fought 1-0 win over new league entrants Kataka, securing their first goal and victory of the season. The decisive…
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Imara Aquatics Shatters Streak with Inclusive Swim Triumph | Uganda News
A brand-new swimming club, Imara Aquatics, just shattered the national championship scene—winning their first-ever title after a four-year drought by the old…
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Newborn Care Upgrade Saves Lives | Uganda News
Seven health facilities just received a life-saving upgrade in newborn care equipment, thanks to a major partnership between Bulamu Healthcare International…
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EAC Trade Grows But Integration Stalls | Uganda News
East Africa’s trade surged to $52.3 billion in Q2 2026, but the dream of a unified market is being undermined by fragmented policies and rising protectionism…
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When Grief Turns to Judgment | Uganda News
When grief turns into gossip, who’s really failing? The send-off for King Oyo Kabamba Iguru the Fourth of Tooro spiraled into public finger-pointing and…
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Charcoal Smugglers Go Motorbike | Uganda News
Charcoal smugglers are ditching trucks for boda boda motorcycles—small, stealthy, and perfect for night rides through forest paths. With dozens of riders…
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CT Scanner Down, Patients Suffer | Uganda News
A broken CT scanner at Soroti Regional Referral Hospital has forced patients to trek hours away for scans, costing families up to four times more than local…
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Land Grab Probe in Nakapiripirit | Uganda News
Minister of Lands demands arrests over alleged fraud in Nakapiripirit, where 1,500 acres of customary land were illegally converted to freehold—impacting…
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Government Pushes Revenue Over Borrowing | Uganda News
The government’s 2027-2028 budget strategy zeroes in on seven bold shifts, with fiscal consolidation through revenue as the top priority—local governments must…
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TVET Pass Rates Surge to 84% | Uganda News
TVET exam results show a strong upward trend—with 84% of over 17,000 candidates achieving full competence, up from 81% last year. Registration surged by 60%…
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Adjumani West By-Election Slow Start | Uganda News
The Adjumani West by-election, triggered by the death of former MP General Moses Ali, began quietly as voters stayed home—many at work or on farms—despite over…
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Egg Prices Soaring Across the Nation | Uganda News
Egg prices are soaring nationwide as farmers face crushing costs—feed, meds, and even baby chicks are getting pricier, with maize driving up expenses. A…
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Parliament Inspects UPDF Leadership Training | Uganda News
Parliament’s Defence Committee rolls up its sleeves for a nationwide audit of Uganda’s military training grounds—starting with Jinja’s National Defence…
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Uganda’s Railway Revival Is Real | Uganda News
Uganda’s long-dreamt-of railway revival is finally chugging into reality, with a massive steel plant in Tororo and upgraded passenger services connecting…
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Nwoya’s Forest Crisis Fuels Hunger | Uganda News
Nwoya District is reeling from a climate crisis fueled by the loss of 15,000 hectares of forest since 2011—leaving communities vulnerable to devastating…
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Harrier vs CX-5 in Uganda | Uganda News
When choosing between a used Toyota Harrier and Mazda CX-5 in Uganda, it’s all about your driving style: the CX-5 delivers punchy performance and fuel…
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Uganda’s Bold Bet on Tech to Slash Unemployment | Uganda News
Uganda is betting big on tech to slash youth unemployment and fuel economic growth, aiming for a $500 billion economy by 2040 through massive investments in…
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Uganda's Road Safety Crisis | Uganda News
Two young learners die daily on Uganda’s roads — a crisis demanding urgent national action. Kampala alone saw 407 road fatalities in 2025, exposing glaring…
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Steering Rack Boots: Your Hidden Shield | Uganda News
That rubber boot on your steering rack? It’s not junk—it’s your steering system’s armor. Keep it intact, or dirt and moisture will sneak in, corrode internals…
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Tooro Kingdom Crowned New King | Uganda News
The Tooro Kingdom is poised for a new era as Prince Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma Nyabongo the First prepares to be crowned on September 29th, just weeks after the…
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Karamoja’s Hunger Crisis and Hope | Uganda News
Karamoja’s farmers are reeling from brutal droughts that’ve wiped out 50-70% of crops, forcing kids into classrooms for meals while communities scramble for…
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Condoms After Vasectomy | Uganda News
A woman discovers condoms in her husband’s car—despite his vasectomy—sparking a tense confrontation and raising big questions about trust, secrets, and the…
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Love Built on Trust and Patience | Uganda News
Against all odds, Peterson Nuwahereza and Praise Kamusiime turned rejection into romance, trust into marriage. After a first “no” at dinner, Peterson didn’t…
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NSSF Targets Diaspora for Retirement Growth | Uganda News
Uganda’s National Social Security Fund is launching a bold new push to attract the Ugandan diaspora into retirement savings, offering flexible…
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Uganda Launches New Skills-Focused Curricula | Uganda News
Uganda’s TVET Council just approved 17 new competence-based curricula designed to turn students into job-ready pros in fields like engineering, ICT, and…
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Kampala Traders Await Flood Compensation | Uganda News
Kampala’s traders are finally getting relief after October’s devastating floods, with the government rushing to distribute 20 billion shillings—but only if…
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NSSF Targets Diaspora for Growth | Uganda News
Uganda’s National Social Security Fund is launching a bold push to attract overseas Ugandans, offering dollar accounts and housing incentives to boost savings…
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Karamoja’s Hunger Crisis Spreads | Uganda News
Karamoja’s hunger crisis is spiraling, with families surviving on one meal a day as sorghum harvests fail and cattle dwindle—threatening a food culture built…
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Uganda’s Ebola Response and Biotech Future | Uganda News
Ebola’s deadly grip tightens in the Democratic Republic of Congo, now in its tenth year and claiming over 3,000 lives — the second-largest outbreak ever…
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Beyond Strict Rules Parenting | Uganda News
Parents clash over strict discipline—“stick and no carrot”—as some see it as necessary, while others warn it breeds fear, resentment, and pushback. The episode…
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Queen Dorothy Challenges Election Win | Uganda News
Queen Dorothy Amolo, an independent candidate in Oyam County South, is challenging Patrick Ogwang Obura’s election win in court, claiming her name was…
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MPs Blocked at Lubowa Hospital Site | Uganda News
A whole crew of Opposition MPs, led by Joel Ssenyonyi, showed up to inspect the long-delayed Lubowa hospital — a 264-bed teaching and research facility that’s…
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Smart Car Buying in Uganda | Uganda News
Buying a car in Uganda isn’t like grabbing sneakers—no returns, no second chances. Protect yourself with solid paperwork, not spare tires. Skip handshake…
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Uganda’s Digital Future Hinges on Open Payments | Uganda News
Uganda’s digital economy stands at a pivotal moment, with India’s UPI system offering a blueprint for revolutionizing payments. UPI’s open architecture…
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King Oyo's Misdiagnosis Exposes Systemic Gaps | Uganda News
King Oyo’s tragic death, delayed by a misdiagnosis in Uganda and missed opportunities for early detection abroad, exposes deep flaws in the nation’s healthcare…
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Nairobi Takes Center Stage in Athletics | Uganda News
Nairobi is set to host the World Athletics Championships in 2029, a historic first for Africa — not a consolation, but a crowning achievement backed by solid…
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Orphans Fight for Land Rights in Lira | Uganda News
When Crispus Adula and his sisters returned to their ancestral home after losing both parents, they found their property—cattle, chickens, and gardens—gone or…
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Tooro Royalty Defends Traditional Burial | Uganda News
The Babiito royal clan defied a no-succession-agreement to ensure Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi the Fourth received a full traditional Tooro burial…
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Courage and Independence in Uganda's Judiciary | Uganda News
At 82, President Museveni delivered a powerful message at the Benedicto Kiwanuka Memorial Lecture, urging judges and magistrates to rule solely by law and…
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Farmers Fight Climate Crisis in Namutumba | Uganda News
Farmers in Namutumba are battling climate chaos as they slash wetlands and chop trees for rice and groundnuts, triggering droughts, soil degradation, and…
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Wetlands in Crisis and How to Save Them | Uganda News
Lake Opeta’s wetlands are vanishing fast—nearly a quarter lost in 30 years due to farming, deforestation, and livestock. Experts say restoration must be…
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Kalungu Election Battle Heats Up | Uganda News
Aisha Sekindi’s parliamentary win in Kalungu District is under fire as Helen Nakeeya, her NRM rival, petitions the Masaka High Court over claims of election…
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Uganda Judges Hand Down Harsh Sentences for Child Abuse | Uganda News
Two Ugandan men face brutal prison sentences for horrific crimes against children — one gets 9 years after serving 4, the other 16 after admitting guilt — as…
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Uganda Strengthens Waterway Safety Rules | Uganda News
Uganda’s government is cracking down on water safety with sweeping new boat regulations across lakes and rivers, turning the Inland Water Transport Act into…
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Yemen Conflict Threatens Global Energy | Uganda News
Yemen’s escalating conflict is sending shockwaves through global energy markets as Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, launch deadly drone and missile strikes…
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Uganda Court Bars Media From Election Hearing | Uganda News
A Ugandan judge has shut out the media from two high-stakes election hearings in Kabale, demanding silence and no live recordings to preserve the integrity of…
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Atiak’s Unhealed Wounds Remembered | Uganda News
Thirty-one years after the Atiak massacre, survivors still carry the scars of a brutal LRA attack that claimed countless lives—every April 20th, the community…
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Court to Decide Election Integrity in Maracha | Uganda News
A high-stakes election petition is heating up in Arua as former MP Denis Lee Oguzu takes on Nelson Uhuru’s Maracha County win, alleging bribery and electoral…
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Cricket Cranes Face Final Gauntlet | Uganda News
Uganda’s Cricket Cranes are poised for another ILT20 final, but the road ahead is brutal—facing East African rivals Rwanda and undefeated Kenya in back-to-back…
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Prince Kijanangoma Prepares for Coronation | Uganda News
Prince Kijanangoma, the Tooro king-designate dubbed Nyabongo the First, is locking in his royal transition—appointing Fr. Nyakaana Paul Busingye Akiiki as…
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Adjumani West By-Election Live | Uganda News
This Thursday, September 17th, voters in Adjumani West head to the polls for a high-stakes parliamentary by-election to fill the seat vacated by the late Gen…
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Uganda’s Golf Series Goes Global | Uganda News
Uganda’s Pearl of Africa Golf Series just leveled up—now officially part of the Sunshine Development Tour and Big Easy Tour, drawing elite international talent…
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Uganda’s Push to Fund Itself Locally | Uganda News
Uganda’s finance minister is launching a bold push to slash reliance on foreign borrowing by dramatically boosting domestic revenue—through smarter tax…
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Climate Crisis Threatens Livelihood Programs | Uganda News
Drought, hail, and erratic rains are crippling agriculture in Dokolo District, wiping out crops and livestock—and threatening the survival of government…
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Police Station Gets Spiritual Blessing | Uganda News
A top cop in Kisoro District sparked controversy by bringing a traditional healer to bless the new police station—raising eyebrows and triggering an official…
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Witness Credibility Under Fire | Uganda News
In a high-stakes treason trial, the prosecution’s key witness, self-taught security expert Wilson Andrew aka Orlando, faces intense scrutiny after admitting no…
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Cattle Crisis Stalls Apac Restocking | Uganda News
Apac District’s cattle restocking program is in crisis as beneficiaries receive five million shillings each but can’t afford calves now priced between two and…
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Makerere Reintroduces Retake Exams | Uganda News
Makerere University is rolling back the clock on graduation delays by reintroducing supplementary exams for final-year students—giving those who failed core…
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She Cranes Face Nigeria in Opening Clash | Uganda News
The She Cranes are ready to make history as Uganda’s women’s netball team takes on debutants Nigeria in their opening Africa Netball Championships match — a…