Uganda
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Cooperatives & Communities
SACCOs key to Ugandan control of the economy, says former BoU Governor
KYANKWANZI, July 21, 2026 — Uganda’s Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies [ SACCOs must be strengthened and consolidated if Ugandans are to gain greater control of the country’s economy, former Bank of…
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Health
AfDB to provide US$ 13mln to bolster Ebola outbreak response in DRC, South Sudan and Uganda
KAMPALA, July 21, 2026 — The African Development Bank Group [ AfDB ] has approved grants worth US$ 13 million [about Shs 48.1 billion] to strengthen national emergency responses to the Ebola…
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Politics
Gen. Moses Ali: The passing of a towering figure in Uganda’s politics and military history
KAMPALA, July 20, 2026 — The passing of Gen. Moses Ali marks the end of an era in Uganda’s political and military history — a remarkable chapter defined by resilience, controversy, patriotism…
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News
Strengthen oversight to improve land governance, Speaker Oboth Urges MPs
KAMPALA, July 20, 2026 — Members of Parliament have been urged to champion reforms that strengthen land governance, protect citizens’ land rights and support Uganda’s socio-economic transformation. The call was made during…
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News
Kasaija urges Finance ministry staff to uphold integrity as he bows out
KAMPALA, July 20, 2026 — Former Finance Minister Matia Kasaija has urged the leadership and staff of the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development [MoFPED] to uphold integrity and professionalism as…
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Cooperatives & Communities
UCSCU to host inaugural SACCO Leadership Summit to strengthen governance and sustainability of cooperatives in Uganda
KAMPALA, July 18, 2026 – The Uganda Cooperative Savings and Credit Union Limited [ UCSCU ] is set to host the first SACCO Leadership Summit aimed at strengthening governance, leadership capacity and…
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Health
Health Minister confirms no new Ebola cases in Uganda
KAMPALA, July 17, 2026 — Uganda has recorded no new confirmed Ebola cases in the past 21 days, but the country must complete a 42-day period without a new case before it…
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Health
DRC activates emergency delivery plan to break Bundibugyo Ebola transmission
BUNIA, July 16, 2026 16, 2026 — The Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo [ DRC ] and response partners have activated an emergency delivery roadmap to break the transmission…
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Agriculture
Suspected anthrax outbreak reported in Sheema district, RDC warns public
SHEEMA, July 15, 2026 – The Deputy Resident District Commissioner [DRDC] of Sheema district, Samuel Orikunda, has warned the public to remain vigilant following a suspected outbreak of anthrax in the district.…
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News
Finance Minister urges insurers to strengthen risk management in key investments
KAMPALA, July 15, 2026 — Finance Minister Henry Musasizi has urged Uganda’s insurance industry to play a more active role in de-risking strategic investments and supporting government efforts to mobilise long-term capital…
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