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[DW] Ugandan troops first deployed to Somalia in 2007 as part of an international military coalition to battle Islamic insurgents. But the mission has faced mounting pressure since a US decision to withdraw funding.
[Nile Post] Health workers in Mityana District have raised concern over delayed medical care among residents, particularly pregnant women in rural and hard-to-reach communities, warning that the practice increases the risk of complications and preventable deaths.
[Nile Post] The Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) has begun withdrawing troops deployed in Somalia under bilateral security arrangements, marking the start of a phased military exit after nearly two decades of involvement in the Horn of Africa country.
[Independent (Kampala)] Soroti, Uganda -- Renegade retired Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF) officer Gen. Peter Elwelu has been arrested in Soroti City, the military announced Monday evening. It ends a weeks-long manhunt for the senior officer accused of involvement in subversive activities.
[Nile Post] Retired Lieutenant General Peter Elwelu has been arrested by security forces in Soroti City over alleged involvement in subversive activities and plans to destabilise the Teso sub-region, the UPDF has said.
[Nile Post] National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has paid tribute to comedian Yokana Mbuuse, alias Kapere Lufotose, describing him as a patriot, gifted entertainer and friend whose life touched many people.
[Nile Post] A police investigator has admitted that detectives handling the treason case against jailed opposition figure Dr Kizza Besigye did not visit the alleged crime scenes in Switzerland, Brussels and Nairobi, where the prosecution claims meetings linked to a plot to overthrow the Ugandan government took place.
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[Nile Post] Nansana Municipality Member of Parliament Zambaali Bulasio Mukasa has paid tribute to comedian Yokaaba Mbuuse, popularly known as Kapere, describing him as a national figure whose life embodied patriotism, conviction and commitment to ordinary Ugandans.
[Independent (Kampala)] Kalaki -- Increased movements by security officials at the Kalaki District country home of retired Lt Gen Peter Elwelu has raised concern in the neighbourhood, with some residents reportedly fleeing their homes fearing an escalation of tensions.
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- C-Care Uganda and DFCU Bank are strengthening access to quality healthcare through Blue Care Insurance, a health insurance solution designed to make comprehensive medical cover more accessible to individuals and families across Uganda.
[Independent (Kampala)] News Analysis -- The mandatory letters of undertaking for savings, low visibility and conservative investment have been blamed for slow growth of Police Savings Association Limited-PSAL which has only 2,900 members out of over 56,000 police officers in the entire force.
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- The whereabouts abroad of former Bugabula South Member of Parliament Proscovia Salaamu Musumba remain unclear despite her appearing online last week on a Uganda Law Society (ULS) X Space discussion on Witness Protection and Safe Evacuation.
[Independent (Kampala)] "Museveni recognised Parliament's oversight mandate but cautioned legislators against drawing conclusions without fully engaging all the technical teams implementing the project"
[Nile Post] Comedian Yokana Mbuuse, popularly known as Kapere Lufotose, has died, prompting an outpouring of grief from political leaders, fellow entertainers and fans who celebrated his ability to bring laughter even in difficult moments.
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The government is engaging the neighbouring Uganda for a permanent solution to harassment of fishermen in Lake Victoria, Principal secretary Raymond Omollo has said.
[Nile Post] State House and the Inter-Religious Council of Uganda are planning a joint strategy to address what government officials describe as the growing public humiliation and disparagement of religious leaders, following a recent online dispute involving businessman Frank Gashumba and Pastor Robert Kayanja.
[Nile Post] Carlos Alcaraz powered to a straight-set win over Alex de Minaur to win the Vienna Open and maintain his perfect record in ATP 500 events this year.
[Nile Post] A referee accidentally fractured a college football player's leg during a bizarre incident in the first half of East Carolina Pirates' win against Temple Owls.
[Nile Post] North Kigezi Diocese has raised more than Shs2.7 billion towards the completion of Emmanuel Cathedral in Rukungiri while pledging support for President Yoweri Museveni's call for zero tolerance of corruption.
[Nile Post] The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Ltd., the company spearheading the development of Uganda's crude oil export pipeline, has handed over new sanitation facilities and sports equipment to the Kabonera community in Kyotera District as part of efforts to improve public health, hygiene and youth development.
[Nile Post] On November 1, 1988, William Wilberforce Kadhumbula Gabula Nadiope IV, the fourth Kyabazinga of Busoga, was born in Jinja.
[Nile Post] Former Energy Minister and Presidential Advisor Ruth Nankabirwa has urged health workers to help patients access proper medical care, warning against the growing tendency to seek medical advice from unqualified individuals on social media.
[Nile Post] The Kabaka is a genuinely lovely human being, with an aura and personal presence that money simply cannot buy. Charles Peter Mayiga, the Katikkiro, is arguably one of the finest public speakers Uganda has today. He is an exceptionally hardworking man who executes his responsibilities with remarkable restraint, eloquence and class.
[Nile Post] There is something significant happening here that deserves closer examination than simply celebrating another sponsorship agreement.
[Nile Post] Makerere University's Impis Rugby Grounds came alive on Saturday night as thousands of students gathered for the annual Freshers' Ball, turning the event into a night of music, drama and nonstop entertainment despite intermittent rain.
[Nile Post] MTN Uganda, through its Foundation, has graduated 390 young people and women who completed digital skills training in Manafwa and Soroti districts, as the telecommunications company seeks to bridge the digital literacy gap in underserved communities.
[Nile Post] I had wanted to avoid the ongoing debate about pastors and fake miracles until I read about Kenyan pastor Paul Mackenzie, who was convicted over the deaths of followers who starved themselves, including 190 children. As thought leaders, we have an obligation to shape public discourse on critical issues such as faith, culture and religion, which have a profound influence on society.
[Nile Post] The Golden State Valkyries secured the Women's NBA title in just their second season with a 68-63 victory over the Atlanta Dream.
[Nile Post] Wazalendo Investments SMC Ltd has conducted a community clean-up exercise in Ndejje-Lufuka, Makindye-Ssabagabo, as part of efforts to improve sanitation and address poor waste management in the area.