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Ebola SOPs ignored at Kampala bus terminals

Kampala, Uganda | URN | As the Ministry of Health heightens efforts to contain the spread of Ebola, bus terminals in Kampala are not enforcing the  Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Following the confirmation of Ebola cases in the country, health authorities directed all Ugandans to observe preventive measures, including regular …

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16 sureties in Muwanga Kivumbi bail case cross examined

Kampaal, Uganda | URN | State lawyers have put dozens of sureties under intense scrutiny in the bail application of former Butambala County MP Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi and 22 co-accused persons facing terrorism charges, probing their identities, incomes, and capacity to guarantee the accused. At least 16 sureties, including Mustafa Kyambalango, …

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Pilgrims arrive at Namugongo despite Martyrs Day cancellation

Kampala, Uganda | URN | Some  believers, from the Catholic and Anglican Churches, were seen at the Martyrs’ shrine in Namugongo, even after the national event was called off due to the outbreak of the Bundibugyo Ebola virus On Tuesday afternoon, Uganda Radio Network found some pilgrims arriving at the …

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Vetted Ministers commit to achieving government targets

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Ministers designate have pledged to contribute towards the achievement of government plans and targets during their tenure. The ministers, were speaking after appearing before the Parliament Committee on Appointments for vetting on the second day of the process on Tuesday, 2 June 2026. Speaker, …

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Churches tighten Ebola measures ahead of Martyrs Day Celebrations

Kampala, Uganda | URN | Head of the Uganda Martyrs Day commemorations tomorrow, churches across the country have heightened Ebola prevention measures as authorities move to curb the spread of the virus. The annual religious event, held at Namugongo, attracts millions of pilgrims who gather to honour the 22 Catholic and …

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Dual Citizenship row casts shadow over vetting of new cabinet nominees

Kampala, Uganda | URN | The vetting of newly appointed Cabinet ministers has been overshadowed by a growing controversy over the eligibility of nominees alleged to hold dual citizenship, after the Leader of the Opposition, Joel Ssenyonyi, challenged their suitability for ministerial office. Speaking to journalists at Parliament on Monday, Ssenyonyi …

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