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Katureebe advises UMI to seek alternative funding

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The former Chief Justice Bart Katureebe has advised Uganda Management Institute-UMI, to look beyond government funding. Katureebe, who is also the institute’s Chancellor, noted that although UMI has goals, they may not be realized due to financial uncertainties stemming from the lack of government support. …

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Acholi sub-region registers reduction in new HIV cases

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Acholi Sub-region has registered a reduction in new cases of HIV/Aids infections. A new report reveals that new cases of HIV/Aids in the region had lowered by 72 percent from 11,358 in 2017 to just 3,175 in 2021. This was disclosed during the second Regional …

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Cranes campaign to World Cup 2026 launched

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Federation of Uganda’s Football Associations-FUFA together with Nile Breweries through its flagship brand Nile Special have launched a drive for garnering funds that will facilitate the National Football team in its bid to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This comes nearly five years …

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300 Luwero mosques participate in UMSC elections

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Muslims from 300 mosques in Luwero Muslim District have participated in elections organized by Uganda Muslim Supreme Council amidst protests from a rival faction. The elections across the mosques started at 2pm after jummah prayers. The Muslims elected Chairpersons and secretaries for mosques and councilors …

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Two arrested over attack on Gadaffi Army Barracks

Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Two people have been arrested in connection to an attack on Gadaffi Barracks in Jinja City. On Thursday, unknown people attacked the barracks and killed Sergeant Simon Peter Eyagu who was guarding Ambercoat road close to the barracks. Two guns were also stolen. In a …

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