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Apr 2021 32 results
20:02
20:02

Police Forced us to Bury our Son Twice at our Cost, Nakitto Tells Kadaga security 1 3

Hajjara Nakitto, the heartbroken mother to a 15-year-old Amos Ssegawa who was shot dead by security forces in November says she was abandoned by Government after promises of helping her.
19:38
19:38

Ongwen Asks ICC To Spare Him From 'Further' Imprisonment 1 5

Ongwen who made submissions at The Hague based court on Thursday during a mitigation session of his case noted that for 27 years since his abduction as a child by the LRA rebels, he lived in prison in captivity.
19:32
19:32

Second COVID-19 Wave Begins in Uganda -Scientists 1 Top story

According to scientists, the increase in COVID-19 cases that the country has been reporting is the beginning of the country's second wave of the disease. They say as part of this wave, they expect the number of reported cases to double those reported during the first wave
18:17
18:17

Retired Italian Diplomat In Trouble Over Ivory 3 Top story

Marino’s arrest came a day after his Ugandan wife was detained at Bugolobi Police Station together with Panda – Pier Village LC I Chairperson, Joseph Tomusange, who was caught with 2.5Kgs of worked Ivory pieces following a trap laid by officers from the Natural Resources Conservation Network (NRCN) working closely with detectives from the Uganda Police Force who presented themselves as buyers of the ivory.
16:58
16:58

Kiruhura and Kazo Lift Ban on Selling Milk 5

In a meeting held between the dairy farmers and district Foot and Mouth Task forces of both districts, it was agreed to lift the ban on the sale of milk for two weeks but under strict regulations.
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16:30

UNEB Rules Out Special Exams for National Team Players Uganda Hippos 3 1 Top story

the Sports State Minister, Denis Hamson Obua, says they consulted Uganda National Examinations Board-UNEB and reached a final decision not to give special UCE examinations to the players. He told the Education Committee of parliament chaired by Jacob Opolot said giving the players special exams will open a Pandora Box
16:19
16:19

Gulu University Dean Granted Bail

On Thursday, Mpora was granted non-cash bail of Three Million Shillings by the Grade One Magistrate Christine Turibamwe.
15:49
15:49

Kwania, Alebtong Register Low Uptake of Covid-19 Vaccine Ministry of Health 1 3

Dr. Tonny Odung, the Alebtong District Health Officer blamed the poor uptake of the vaccine on people spreading negative information about the AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine that is being used. He has asked the targeted frontline workers to disregard all the misinformation, saying the vaccine is safe.
15:26
15:26

Kasese Farmers Turn to Apple Growing 2 5

The chairperson Kasese Apple Growers Organization-KAGO John Kamadi says they have ventured in the plant to diversify their household incomes.
15:13
15:13

Approved National Health Insurance Bill Doesn't Favour All Ugandans-Dr. Aceng Ministry of Health 1 2 Top story

According to the minister of health, the bill which was passed does not address concerns raised by stakeholders. She says the bill needed to be withdrawn and revised so that concerns relating to who contributes to the scheme and collects monies are addressed
14:55
14:55

Court Defers Bail Ruling Application of Woman Arrested With Heroin 2

The State Attorney Nelly Asiku noted that Namugali did not provide copies of introductory letters from LCI Chairpersons to confirm that Madolo and Wamboga reside in Kyengera Town Council and Lugonjo-Nakiwogo.
14:51
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Mumbere to Subjects: Kingdom Wows Politically Motivated King Mumbere 4 1 Top story

In his message, Mumbere said all the trouble that the kingdom has gone through in the past years is a result of preplanned moves orchestrated by elements that are against the kingdom and him as an individual.
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TBA in Trouble Over Death of Expectant Mother, Child 3

As Sarah started working on Hafasimaana, she started bleeding profusely leading to her death. Her newly born baby also died minutes later. Some of the residents immediately informed Lillian Ruteraho, the Kagadi Resident District Commissioner-RDC about the incident prompting her to swing into action leading to Sarah’s arrest.
14:13
14:13

Amuru District Revives Village COVID-19 Task Forces 2 1

In the past two weeks, the district has registered over 30 covid-19 positive cases from within the community and a few from the Elegu border post. Initially, the district was registering 5 to 10 cases since the beginning of the year.
13:48
13:48

Two Arrested As Relatives, Wives of NUP Detained Supporters Lead Peaceful Protest NUP supporters 1 3 Top story

"Our husbands are rotting in jail for supporting Kyagulanyi. Why make us suffer? Most of us have been kicked out of our homes because of rent arrears. Our children have not reported to schools. Why? She asked. The protesters who carried placards sang songs demanding the release of the suspects and they marched from Kamwokya to the city center.
13:39
13:39

Lack of Veterinary Services Affecting Farming Activities in Rwengaju Model Sub County 1 4

Pelluce Kabarokole adds that they are getting less milk from their cows because they also lack extension services that would help them to overcome the problem.
11:59
11:59

Brisk Tomato Business Amidst Scarcity In Busia 2 3

The price of one full box has been hiked from 200,000 shillings to 400,000 shillings, while a full basin of tomatoes is currently at 60,000 shillings from previous price which was 20,000 shillings.
11:51
11:51

Private Teachers Petition Parliament over UGX 20Bn Relief Fund lockdown 2 1

In July 2020, the government pledged 20 Billion Shillings to support teachers in private schools who were affected by the closure of schools.
11:39
11:39

Busia Muslims Advised to Wear Tunics, Veils During Tarawehe Prayers 2 1

The tunics and veils shall help in easy identification during and after performing Tarawehe prayers so that security personnel can give special consideration while on their way back to their respective homes.
11:37
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12 Warriors Arrested in Connection With Attack in Moroto Municipality

Simon Lokol one of the residents in Moroto Municipality said living in Moroto Municipality has become insecure compare to ten years back when people used to sleep in their homes even when the doors are opened.
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