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Gulu embraces brunch culture as Chill & Bite Meatings marks first anniversary

Gulu is set to join Uganda’s growing brunch scene as Chill & Bite Meatings marks its first anniversary with an all-white celebration at Revelation Cottages on Sunday, November 8. The event, organised in partnership with Johnnie Walker, comes amid the growing popularity of brunch as a social activity, with people increasingly opting for daytime gatherings that combine food, music and fashion. Initially popularised in Kampala, brunch culture has gradually spread to other urban…

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Casino Operators Warn 15% Withholding Tax Could Threaten 2,500 Jobs in Uganda

Licensed casino operators in Uganda are urging the Government to reconsider the 15 per cent withholding tax on winnings from land-based casinos, warning that difficulties in implementing the measure could threaten more than 2,500 jobs, household livelihoods and government revenue. Through their umbrella body, the Uganda Gaming Operators Association (UGOA), the operators argue that the tax could increase compliance costs and drive players towards illegal and non-compliant gam…

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13 Girls Suspected of Human Trafficking Rescued at Uganda-Rwanda Border

At least 13 girls suspected to be victims of human trafficking have been rescued at Chanika Border in Kisoro District, as security agencies strengthen surveillance and screening measures along the Uganda-Rwanda border. The girls were allegedly being trafficked from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), through Rwanda, into Uganda by an elderly woman who claimed they were travelling to participate in sporting activities. The girls were reportedly dressed in sports uniforms,…

5th Match, ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier Play-off at Kirtipur, Dec 6 2026

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Ugandans Urged to Embrace Saving Culture, Government Empowerment Programmes

The Microfinance Support Centre (MSC) has urged believers across Uganda to embrace a culture of saving, form organised groups and take advantage of government empowerment programmes to improve their livelihoods and fight poverty. The call was made during the Kampala 4 Christ Crusade 2026, organised by All Saints Cathedral at Old Kampala Playground in Kampala. Tadeo Atuhura, the Head of Communications at the Microfinance Support Centre, encouraged believers to organise themse…

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Buganda Launches Tulambule Buganda Initiative to Promote Domestic Tourism and Cultural Heritage

The Buganda Kingdom Minister for Culture, Traditions and Tourism, Dr Anthony Wamala, has called on subjects of the Kabaka across all levels of society to embrace domestic tourism by visiting the Kingdom's historical, cultural and heritage sites under the newly launched Tulambule Buganda initiative. The minister's message was delivered by the Second Deputy Ssekibobo, who represented him at the launch of the programme. Tulambule Buganda aims to encourage people across the King…

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Katikkiro Mayiga Hails Mesarch Ssemakula, Urges Artists to Embrace Professionalism

The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has commended musician Mesarch Ssemakula for demonstrating the professional values and discipline required for artists to develop their talents and build successful careers. Mayiga said Ssemakula possesses several qualities that distinguish him as a disciplined and professional artist, including treating music as a profession, managing fame responsibly, remaining humble, listening to others, working harmoniously with colleagues…

28th Match, ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier Play-off at Kathmandu, Dec 21 2026

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Fashion Students Urged to Embrace Traditional Designs to Preserve Cultural Heritage

Nalinya Agnes Zalwango has urged students pursuing vocational and fashion design courses, particularly tailoring, to embrace traditional clothing designs as a way of promoting and preserving cultural heritage. She noted that culture is rich and diverse, adding that its beauty and value can also be expressed through the different clothing designs created by fashion designers. Nalinya made the remarks during the 19th annual fashion exhibition at Buganda Royal Institute of Tech…

Public tip-offs help UNEB uncover suspected exam malpr

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Nebbi Council Moves to Return 505 Acres of Omvuro Land to UIA for Industrial Park

Nebbi District Council has moved towards resolving a four-year dispute over 505 acres of land at Omvuro after a joint committee recommended that the property be returned to the Uganda Investment Authority (UIA) for the development of an industrial park. The recommendation, presented during a council sitting at Nebbi District headquarters on Friday, November 6, 2026, proposes that the district first conducts stakeholder consultations before granting final approval for the lan…

The Kenya Pipeline Company And Why Uganda’s $200 Million Profit Is Only The Beginning

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How UIRI, Jogwya farm are responding to Kabermaido farmers’ distress call

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Ntungamo District Launches Shs 89.87m Maintenance Works on Kahunga–Kyangara Road

Ntungamo District Local Government has launched maintenance works on the 9.6-kilometre Kahunga–Kyangara Road in Ntungamo Sub-county at a cost of Shs 89.87 million. The road, which connects Kahunga Trading Centre to Kyangara, had gone nearly four years without meaningful maintenance, leaving it in a deplorable state. Deep ditches, potholes and severely damaged sections had made it difficult for motorists, cyclists and boda boda riders to use. The poor condition of the road ha…

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Kabale District Tops Uganda in Health Service Delivery

Kabale District has been ranked the best-performing district in Uganda in health service delivery, scoring 91.4 per cent in the 2025/2026 financial yeaThe district received the recognition at the 25th Annual Health Sector Performance Recognition Awards, marking a major milestone in its continued efforts to improve healthcare delivery. Kabale's performance has improved steadily over the past four financial years, rising from 78.5 per cent in 2022/2023 to 81.34 per cent in 202…

Uganda's military chief announces surprise plans to step down amid growing speculation over father-to-son presidential succession

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Decomposing Body of UPDF Soldier Recovered in Kyankwanzi Culvert

Police in Kyankwanzi District have launched investigations into the suspected murder of a 50-year-old UPDF soldier whose decomposing body was discovered in a roadside culvert in Banda Sub-county, five days after he reportedly left home to attend prayers. His motorcycle is also missing, raising suspicions of possible robbery. The deceased has been identified as Corporal John Rwenzwa , registration number 168613, attached to the UPDF Casualty Garrison in Mubende. He was report…

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Hundreds Turn Up for Free Medical Camp at Mityana's Kalangaalo Health Centre

More than 300 patients have turned up at Kalangaalo Health Centre III in Mityana District for a health camp offering various medical services, highlighting the growing demand for healthcare amid concerns over inadequate staffing and limited supplies of essential medicines. The health camp attracted residents seeking medical attention and access to various healthcare services as the facility continues to grapple with rising patient numbers against limited human and medical re…

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Kyaggwe to Get Permanent Masaza Cup Stadium as Kabaka Clears Land Expenses

Buganda Kingdom has taken a major step towards establishing a permanent home for Kyaggwe County football after the Kabaka, Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II, cleared all expenses associated with land secured for the construction of a county stadium. The development was announced by Buganda Kingdom Deputy Prime Minister Robert Wagwa Nsibirwa during celebrations organised to honour Kyaggwe's triumph in the 2026 Buganda Masaza Cup. Nsibirwa, who also serves as patron of the Kyaggwe team…

Uganda tree-planting scheme loses Welsh government funding