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Nakivubo Success Story Spurs Citywide Drainage Reform

Kampala, Uganda — The Kampala Capital City Authority – KCCA council has called for the phasing out of all open drainage systems in the city, citing their significant contribution to worsening sanitation and flooding crises. During a tense Wednesday meeting attended by

April 5, 2025

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9 Common Symptoms of Vitamin D Deficiency You Didn’t Know About

Vitamin D is essential for several bodily functions, including the absorption of calcium and the maintenance of bone health. A deficiency in vitamin D can lead to various health problems. Here are some common signs and symptoms of vitamin D deficiency: 1. Bone

January 1, 2024

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Quite Regrettable! AfDB Threatens to Suspend Funding for Kampala Roads

The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has threatened to suspend the disbursement of almost US$ 288m to Uganda meant for the rehabilitation of Kampala’s dilapidated road infrastructure system. The loan was effective July 2021. However, the bank said Uganda has failed to

January 1, 2024

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VIDEO: Israel Launches New Attacks on Gaza City

Israel launched new bombing strikes on Hamas militants Sunday, with hospital officials saying at least 35 people were killed in Gaza City and no signs that the fighting will end soon as the calendar turns to 2024. Israeli forces targeted the central

January 1, 2024

National News·Politics

Hajji Kigongo Fumes at ‘Mafias’ Disturbing Namyalo at ONC, Vows to Support her Self-empowerment Programs

The National Vice Chairman of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM), Al-Hajji Moses Kigongo has fumed at selfish individuals disturbing the peace of Hajjat Hadijah Namyalo at the Office of the National Chairman to back off and let her do the party’s

December 23, 2023

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Ismaili Community Joins PAP, Donates Relief Items Worth Millions To Kyaka Refugees

By Andrew Irumba Kampala: The Ismaili Civic Community in Uganda, an extension of the global Ismaili Civic Engagement of the Aghakan, has Saturday joined the Pan-African Pyramid (PAP) in a collection of relief aide to Kyaka II Refugees Settlement found in Kyegegwa

December 17, 2023

Business·National News

Uganda Fully Reopens Key Bridge Renovated by Chinese Contractor

Uganda has reopened a key bridge on an international highway connecting it to four other countries. The Katonga bridge, destroyed by flash floods in May, was restored and upgraded by Chinese Communications Construction Company (CCCC). The bridge is on the highway connecting

December 17, 2023

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Community Development Officers Ask for Vehicles to Monitor Gov’t Projects

Community Development Officers (CDOs) are demanding for transport vehicles to facilitate the implementation of the Generating Growth Opportunities and Productivity for Women Enterprises (GROW) Project. GROW, is a government of Uganda initiative that seeks to provide women entrepreneurs who want to grow

December 17, 2023

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NSSF Reaps Early Rewards as Airtel Delivers Sweet Dividends

Uganda’s National Social Security Fund (NSSF) is celebrating a GH7.9 billion (US$2.1 million) windfall from Airtel’s interim dividend payout, just two months after the telecom giant’s stock market debut. This early return validates NSSF’s bold US$199 billion (US$52.6 million) investment in the

December 15, 2023

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5 Places Where People Walk Around Naked and It’s Completely Normal

These places have offered a unique opportunity for many people to cast aside societal norms. Whether it is the beach, outdoors or at an event, most people have at least a piece of clothing on. However, there are certain places where people

December 15, 2023

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Uganda’s UGX60 Billion Anti-tick Vaccine Production Facility Nears Completion

The construction of a sh60-billion anti-tick vaccine production facility at Nakyesasa in Nalukulongo, Wakiso District will be concluded in April 2023, according to the National Agricultural Research Organisation – NARO. In October 2022, NARO, officially commenced field trials of the anti-tick vaccine

December 14, 2023

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