Thursday , 18 June 2026

Uganda’s National ID Backlog Is No Longer an Administrative Delay It Is Becoming a Social and Economic Risk – Daily Thinkers

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Kampala, Uganda — Uganda’s ongoing National Identification renewal and mass enrolment exercise was initially received as an important step toward strengthening public administration, expanding digital inclusion, and modernising service delivery in an increasingly technology-driven economy. Across the country, citizens responded in large numbers, travelling to registration centres with the expectation that the process would improve access to essential services and …

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President Museveni and Egypt’s El-Sisi Deepen Uganda–Egypt Partnership on Trade, Industrialisation and Nile Cooperation – Daily Thinkers

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Entebbe, Uganda — Uganda and Egypt have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations following high-level talks between President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi at State House Entebbe, with both leaders outlining an ambitious cooperation agenda centred on trade, industrialisation, renewable energy, aquaculture and sustainable management of the River Nile. The official visit by President El-Sisi …

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Nakawuka Road to be Closed for Three Months

Nakawuka Road to be Closed for Three Months

Kampala– The Government of Uganda through Ministry of Works have announced a temporary Closure of Nateete Nakawuka Road for three months with effect from 15th May 2026. According to the press statement signed by Mr. Bageya Waiswa the Permanent Secretary for Ministry of Works, the closure is to enable contractors work on drainage Culverts under the ongoing road upgrade project. …

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The 81-year-old Museveni Sworn In for new 5-year term as Uganda’s president – The Hoima Post –

The  81-year-old Museveni Sworn In for new 5-year term as Uganda’s president - The Hoima Post -

Ugandan President-elect Yoweri Museveni was sworn in on Tuesday for another five-year term at a ceremony in the capital, Kampala. The ceremony was attended by several African heads of state, former presidents, and dozens of foreign delegations. It also featured an air show and a military parade showcasing various military equipment. In his inaugural address, the 81-year-old president said his …

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USSSA Nationals: Title Contenders Begin To Separate From The Pack In Lira | Voice of Bugerere

USSSA Nationals: Title Contenders Begin To Separate From The Pack In Lira | Voice of Bugerere

By Lawrence Mubiru  The battle for knockout qualification at the ongoing 2026 USSSA National Boys Football Championship in Lira City is already taking shape after eight schools maintained perfect records with maximum points from their opening two group matches. As Match Day Two concluded, several traditional football giants and emerging contenders sent strong warnings to the rest of the field …

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Museveni takes Oath to Lead Uganda for Seventh Term

Museveni takes Oath to Lead Uganda for Seventh Term

Kololo, Uganda – President Yoweri Museveni has vowed to crack down on corruption and complacency as he was sworn in for his seventh term in office, declaring that the new “kisanja” would be a period of “no more sleeping” for Ugandans. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni taking oath at Kololo ceremonial ground on Tuesday. Speaking before thousands of supporters and visiting …

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Can Buweekula Break the Curse as Buganda’s Biggest Cultural Football Tournament Returns

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Kampala/Uganda-As the countdown to the 2026 Masaza Cup gathers momentum across the Buganda Kingdom, anticipation is once again building around one of Uganda’s most celebrated grassroots sporting spectacles. More than just a football competition, the Masaza Cup has over the years evolved into a symbol of identity, cultural pride, and community mobilization within Buganda and beyond.   Since its establishment …

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Outgoing Nama Councillors Honored as Sub-county Closes 2021–2026 Council Term

Outgoing Nama Councillors Honored as Sub-county Closes 2021–2026 Council Term

Nama Sub-county has officially dissolved its 2021–2026 Council following a thanksgiving and farewell ceremony held at the sub-county headquarters on Monday, with leaders urging both outgoing and incoming officials to uphold integrity, truth, and accountability in public service. Some of the council members The event brought together councillors, technical staff, religious leaders, and community members to reflect on the achievements …

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PLU Withdraws Support from Among and Tayebwa

PLU Withdraws Support from Among and Tayebwa

Kampala– As we are left with a few days for members of twelve Parliament to take oath, the Patriotic League of Uganda led by Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has withdrawn its support from Hon. Annet Anita Among and Hon. Thomas Tayebwa as Speaker of Parliament and her Deputy respectively. Outgoing Speaker of Parliament, Hon. Annet Anita Among. “Accordingly, the Chairman of the …

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Museveni Sworn In for New Presidential Term as Uganda Hosts African Leaders in Landmark Ceremony

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Kampala, Uganda — Uganda officially entered a new political chapter as H.E. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni was sworn in for another five-year term at a ceremony that drew regional leaders, diplomats, policymakers, and international guests from across Africa and beyond. Held at the Kololo Ceremonial Grounds in Kampala, the inauguration reflected not only Uganda’s domestic political transition but also the …

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Ugandan LGBTI+ rights activist Frank Mugisha wins international award – The Hoima Post –

Ugandan human rights defender Frank Mugisha appeals for support from allies abroad. (Photo courtesy of Twitter)

Frank Mugisha recognized for work fighting homophobia in Uganda Ugandan human rights defender Frank Mugisha. (Photo courtesy of X)One of Uganda’s leading human Rights advocates, Dr, Frank Mugisha has been awarded the 2026 Inamori Ethics Prize by the Inamori International Center for Ethics and Excellence based at Case Western Reserve University in the United States.Mugisha, who is currently the executive …

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Ugandan LGBTI+ rights activist Frank Mugisha wins international award

Ugandan human rights defender Frank Mugisha appeals for support from allies abroad. (Photo courtesy of Twitter)

Frank Mugisha recognized for work fighting homophobia in Uganda Ugandan human rights defender Frank Mugisha. (Photo courtesy of X) One of Uganda’s leading human Rights advocates, Dr, Frank Mugisha has been awarded the 2026 Inamori Ethics Prize by the Inamori International Center for Ethics and Excellence based at Case Western Reserve University in the United States. Mugisha, who is currently …

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Julie Jean Birungi Fills Toronto Concert Amid LGBTQ BOYCOTT – The Hoima Post –

Julie Mutesasira Fills Toronto Concert Amid  LGBTQ BOYCOTT - The Hoima Post -

The Hoima Post | Diaspora Correspondence Julie Mutesasira’s sold-out concert in Toronto on May 9, 2026, has emerged as one of the most discussed African diaspora events in Canada this year, igniting conversations surrounding faith, identity, inclusion, and the evolving realities of immigrant communities abroad.Held at 237 Sackville Street in downtown Toronto under the theme “An Evening with Julie: The …

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