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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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Tooro Kingdom’s Royal Transition | Uganda News
The Tooro Kingdom mourns the passing of King Omukama Oyo Kabamba Iguru Rukiidi the Fourth, set to be laid to rest this Saturday at Karambi Royal Burial Grounds…
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Uganda's E-Mobility Boom and Its Hidden Waste Crisis | Uganda News
Uganda’s electric vehicle revolution is booming—with local production of buses, batteries, and car parts—but it’s leaving a toxic trail. The country dumped 41…
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Tooro Kingdom Mourns Late King | Uganda News
The Tooro Kingdom prepares for a historic farewell as King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi the Fourth is laid to rest, his body departing Karuziika Palace at…
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Four Brothers, A Century of Education | Uganda News
Four Canadian Brothers arrived in Uganda a century ago after a 54-day journey, launching a mission that swiftly took root in education and continues to…
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Faith and Education in Africa | Uganda News
From forty years of service in Rwanda and beyond, Brother André Bilodeau reflects on how Canadian missionaries built legacies across Africa — from 20+ day…
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From Rural Roots to Corporate Peak | Uganda News
From rural Uganda to London’s corporate elite, Francis Kamulegeya’s gripping debut memoir “And Then What?” reveals how grit, resilience, and a refusal to be…
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Tooro Elders Back Prince Edward as Next King | Uganda News
Tooro’s elders have officially endorsed Prince Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma as the next king, paving the way for his ascension after the passing of Omukama Oyo…
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Tooro Kingdom’s Crown Succession Crisis | Uganda News
Uganda’s Tooro Kingdom is in turmoil following the sudden death of King Oyo Nyimba at just 34 — the same boy who became the world’s youngest monarch at age…
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Grilled Goodness and Royal Farewells | Uganda News
Discover Uganda’s rising grilled food scene at The Charcoal Grill in Kiwatule — where healthy, smoky chicken and steamed sides are turning heads. Owners are…
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Uganda Joins Global Resilience Alliance | Uganda News
Uganda is being invited to join the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure, a global alliance helping nations build climate-resilient infrastructure…
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Uganda’s Oil Export Dream Takes Flight | Uganda News
Uganda is finally poised to export its crude oil under the name “Pearl Sweet Petroleum,” a long-awaited milestone marred by delays, infrastructure gaps, and…
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Uganda’s New Players Union Takes Shape | Uganda News
Uganda’s new Professional Footballers’ Union (PFU) has officially registered, marking a historic step for players who’ve long struggled without legal support…
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City Oilers Part Ways With Tendo | Uganda News
City Oilers shock fans by firing longtime head coach Andrew Tendo after 10 years with the club — from player to captain to coach — following a disappointing…
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Inaki Williams Retires from Ghana | Uganda News
Inaki Williams, Athletic Bilbao captain and Ghana’s beloved striker, has officially retired from international soccer after four years with the Black Stars — a…
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Royal Burial & Succession Rites | Uganda News
This Saturday, the late Omukama Oyo is laid to rest in a ceremony blending Christian and ancient Babiito traditions at Karambi Royal Tombs — the fourth king…
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Modi and Putin Forge Strategic Ties | Uganda News
Modi and Putin locked in a high-stakes summit ahead of the BRICS gathering, cementing their strategic alliance with bold moves on energy, defense, and…
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Tooro Kingdom Burial Security Alert | Uganda News
Big things happening this Saturday, September 12, 2026 — the historic burial of His Majesty Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukiidi the Fourth, Omukama of Tooro…
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Morocco Spain Clash Over 2030 World Cup Final | Uganda News
Morocco’s prime minister is calling out the football federation for prematurely announcing Casablanca as the 2030 World Cup final host, demanding diplomacy…
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Kampala’s City Square Development Proposal | Uganda News
President Museveni is reportedly considering a bold new development for Kampala’s City Square—a two-acre eco-friendly complex featuring a hotel and shopping…
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Jinja Hospital Struggles with Mortuary Backlog | Uganda News
Jinja’s mortuary is overwhelmed as unclaimed bodies pile up for months, blocking space needed for patients—caused by a lack of a dedicated city cemetery and…
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Uganda’s Cranes Chase Down Botswana | Uganda News
Uganda’s Cricket Cranes are on fire in the ILT20 Continent Cup, chasing down Botswana’s 101 in just 9.3 overs thanks to Robinson Obuya’s unbeaten 51, as they…
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Early Pregnancies Shatter Girls' Futures | Uganda News
Four hundred nineteen girls under fifteen are already navigating antenatal care in Busoga — a chilling sign of a deeper crisis. Over 27,000 adolescent girls…
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Phones Surrendered at King’s Final Resting Place | Uganda News
Phones are now being confiscated at the palace as security tightens ahead of King Oyo’s burial, with mourners and journalists alike required to surrender…
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Uganda's Royal Succession Crisis | Uganda News
Uganda’s royal succession drama just got wilder as the Queen Mother clashes with a 21-member committee over who should rule next after King Oyo’s death…
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Extreme Heat Warning: Stay Hydrated | Uganda News
Extreme heat is hitting everywhere from September through December, with temperatures soaring to 40°C and experts warning of serious health risks—even death…
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Waste to Wealth: Kampala’s Youth Innovation Challenge | Uganda News
Kampala’s trash crisis is a golden opportunity for young innovators—turning 2,000 to 2,500 tonnes of daily waste into jobs and income. By tackling waste at the…
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Tooro Kingdom’s Royal Succession | Uganda News
The Kingdom of Tooro is in royal upheaval as Prince Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma is named the new Omukama, following the death of the previous king, Omukama Oyo…
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The Young King Who Inspired a Nation | Uganda News
A three-year-old king who ruled Uganda with youthful energy and became a symbol of hope for the nation’s youth—King Oyo’s early reign proves that age doesn’t…
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Tooro Kingdom Prepares for Royal Burial | Uganda News
Fort Portal braces for a solemn royal farewell as the Tooro Kingdom readies for the burial of their late king this Saturday, with heavy security and strict…
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Regina Okoit: Building Rugby for Change | Uganda News
Regina Hellen Okoit Lunyolo is reshaping African sports by turning rugby into a force for public health and gender equality. From her days as a Lady Cranes…
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Uganda’s Second Bone Marrow Success | Uganda News
Uganda just made medical history — its second successful bone marrow transplant was just discharged, marking a major leap in cancer care. A 56-year-old…
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Kakinga Dam: Lifeline Under Pressure | Uganda News
In the heart of Sembabule, the Kakinga Dam—built in 1959 and stretching over ten kilometers—is a lifeline for 60,000 households and 2,500 animals amid…
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Uganda Strengthens Creator Rights | Uganda News
Uganda just passed a landmark copyright law designed to protect creators in the digital age, boost fair pay, and fuel innovation across industries — but its…
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Healer Turned Accused in Ritual Sacrifice Case | Uganda News
A woman once revered as a traditional healer in Kiboga has been convicted of human sacrifice, murder, and trafficking after the gruesome discovery of a…
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Assessors Recommend Acquittal in School Fire Case | Uganda News
Three assessors recommend acquittal for two men accused in a 2018 school fire that killed ten students, citing lack of concrete evidence linking them to the…
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Uganda’s Creative Economy Takes Center Stage | Uganda News
Uganda is boldly betting on its creative sector as a powerhouse for economic growth, with Minister Faith Mercy Lakisa declaring that art and innovation are now…
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Uganda’s Farmers Battle Climate Crisis | Uganda News
Uganda’s farms are crumbling under relentless dry spells, sparking a hunger crisis in Karamoja and Acholi—and echoing the devastation of 1994. With scorching…
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DNA Reveals Truth in Birth Records | Uganda News
A father who discovers through DNA testing that a child isn’t biologically his — even if named on the birth certificate — can now legally update that record…
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Iron Ore Boom Lifts Kigezi Communities | Uganda News
Iron ore mining in Uganda’s Kigezi region is sparking economic revival, creating hundreds of jobs from miners to truck drivers and generating government…
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Love Lost in the Age of Screens | Uganda News
An elder civil servant, Mzee Magala, reflects on the erosion of real romance in modern times, lamenting how today’s youth chase fleeting connections through…
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The Edge That Separates Leaders | Uganda News
In traffic jams, a self-help book titled “Cheaters Will Always Win” sparked a powerful idea: success often belongs to those who spot hidden advantages others…
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Kampala’s Dusty Commute Crisis | Uganda News
Kampala’s streets are turning into a dusty, chaotic construction zone, with excavators and trenches everywhere—so much so that locals joke the city’s dust…
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Uganda's Oil Gets a Name Pearl Sweet | Uganda News
Uganda’s new crude oil name, Pearl Sweet, sparked national debate—“Pearl” nods to the country’s nickname, “Sweet” signals low sulfur content for global…
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Uganda’s Real Estate Bill Explained | Uganda News
Uganda’s government is rolling out a bold new Real Estate Bill to crack down on fraud, unqualified agents, and financing gaps—aiming to protect buyers, boost…
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World Vision Leaves Legacy in Rakai | Uganda News
After two decades of transformative work in Kyarurangira, World Vision Uganda is wrapping up its mission — leaving behind a legacy of dramatic progress…
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The Quiet Love We Were Trained to Fear | Uganda News
The media’s obsession with dramatic, chaotic love has conditioned us to crave intensity—until we find the quiet, stable kind that feels almost alien…
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Justice Delayed, Paperwork Piled | Uganda News
Frustrated citizens spilled their grievances at the National Court Open Day, slamming the slow pace of justice — even after settling disputes, paperwork and…
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Women in Football: Growth, Finance, and Future | Uganda News
Women in football are rewriting the game—on and off the pitch—with bold moves, smart finances, and unwavering support. At the Women In Football Symposium…
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Rugby Trailblazer Building Women's Futures | Uganda News
A powerhouse in African rugby, this trailblazing woman is shaking up the sport with leadership, innovation, and relentless dedication. Named one of Africa’s 50…
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Masaka Court Handles 21 Election Petitions | Uganda News
Masaka High Court is diving into 21 major election petitions from the January 2026 General Election, with five judges assigned to handle them across four…
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Tooro Princes Challenge Royal Succession | Uganda News
Two Tooro princes, Patrick Mpuuga and Solomon Nyaika, are challenging their father’s decision to name his son as king, insisting the late monarch’s Will —…
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Cranes Reset for 2027 Afcon | Uganda News
Uganda’s Cranes are shaking things up for the 2027 Afcon qualifiers, unveiling a fresh 28-man squad that leaves behind key figures from the last…
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Uganda’s Fiscal Shift for Self-Sufficiency | Uganda News
Uganda is set to overhaul its funding strategy starting in 2027-2028, shifting toward domestic revenue and private investment while slashing non-essential…
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Uganda Joins BRICS Summit in India | Uganda News
Uganda’s Vice President Jessica Alupo is making her mark on the global stage as she heads to New Delhi for the historic 18th BRICS Summit, where Uganda—newly…
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Kampala Uni Leads Student Funding Push | Uganda News
Kampala International University is dominating this year’s Higher Education Students Financing Scheme with 252 coveted spots, showcasing its strong commitment…
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King Oyo’s Legacy and Royal Transition | Uganda News
The King of Tooro, Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi the Fourth, has died after a 31-year reign that began when he was just three years old. Known for…
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Plan Your Legacy Before It’s Too Late | Uganda News
Don’t leave your legacy to chance—oral wills don’t count legally, and without a written plan, your assets could spark family chaos. In Lira City, officials…
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Kampala’s Road Fatality Crisis | Uganda News
Kampala’s roads saw a grim rise in fatalities in 2025, with 407 deaths—half of them motorcyclists—and young adults aged 20–39 hit hardest. Though the death…
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Eleven Accused at Nakasero State Lodge | Uganda News
Eleven diverse individuals — including a teacher, chalk maker, businesspeople, a social scientist, a student, and even a former councilor — face serious…
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Storm vs Kakira Rugby Rivalry | Uganda News
The 2027 National Sevens Series race is white-hot as regional rivals battle for elite spots—with Storm, the new powerhouse from Jinja, shocking the field by…