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Ruhindi Makes Political Comeback in Nakawa East, Promises Transparent Leadership

By Naome Namusoke | KMA Updates KAMPALA, — After a decade away from frontline politics, former Attorney General Fred Ruhindi has made a return, officially nominated to contest the Nakawa East parliamentary seat in the upcoming 2026 elections. Ruhindi, who previously represented the undivided Nakawa Constituency, received his nomination certificate at the Electoral Commission offices, […]

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UGANDA: Bishop Wamika of Jinja, Uganda, Dies at 72

The Diocese of Jinja has announced with deep sorrow the passing of Rt. Rev. Charles Martin Wamika, the Bishop of Jinja Diocese, died at 72 on Wednesday, October 22. According to an official statement released by the diocesan social communications office, signed by the diocesan chancellor, Fr. Gerald Muto, Bishop Wamika passed away on Wednesday afternoon

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Uganda to Hold Presidential Election on January 15, 2026

The Electoral Commission Chairperson Justice  Simon Byabakama addressing the media 21st October,2025.Photo by Ronald Kabuubi/KMA Updates. By Naome Namusoke & Ronald Kabuubi | KMA Updates The Electoral Commission (EC) has  announced January 15, 2026, as the date for Uganda’s next presidential election, marking the formal start of what is expected to be one of the

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Ker Alur Fuses Sports and HIV Testing to Curb Gender-Based Violence

By Our Reporter Alur Kingdom has called on couples preparing for marriage to undergo HIV testing as part of efforts to curb the rising cases of gender-based violence and promote healthier relationships within communities. The call was made during the MTN-Kopu P’min Ubimu 4th Edition held at Bar Okoro Stadium in Paidha, where sports and

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Why attack surface management must look both inside and out

Why attack surface management must look both inside and out By Kyle Pillay, Security as a Service Manager at Datacentrix Johannesburg, South Africa – October 21, 2025 – Attack surface management (ASM) has grown exponentially in recent years, evolving into a recognised market category that equips businesses with the strategies and visibility needed to protect their digital

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BONDO, SIAYA COUNTY: HE Uhuru Kenyatta visits the Odinga family at Opoda Farm and Kang’o ka Jaramogi – PICS

A day after the burial of the late Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga, former President Uhuru Kenyatta visited the Odinga family at Opoda Farm and Kang’o ka Jaramogi in Bondo, Siaya County, where the former Premier was laid to rest. The former Head of State condoled with the family and paid tribute to the life

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Mak and University of the West of England Sign MoU to Advance Research, Innovation and Skills Development

Makerere University and the University of the West of England (UWE) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening collaboration in research, innovation, and enterprise development. The signing ceremony took place on Friday, 17th October 2025, in the Vice Chancellor’s Boardroom, Main Administration Building, Makerere University. The partnership will focus on joint research

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World Bank to Disburse Shs 7.6 trillion to Uganda as IMF Talks Continue

According to Ggoobi, the funds will be directed toward roads and bridges, electricity transmission and last-mile distribution, infrastructure in regional cities, agriculture, water and irrigation, schools, information technology, skilling, and social protection. The World Bank will release more than $2 billion (about Shs 7.6 trillion) to Uganda over the next three financial years to support

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MTN Uganda retains MTN-Equity Golf tournament trophy at Entebbe Club

By Our Reporter MTN Uganda’s golf team displayed dominant form to retain the MTN-Equity Golf Tournament trophy, beating rivals Equity Bank in the return leg held on Saturday at the prestigious Entebbe Club. MTN Uganda posted an impressive team net score of 719, comfortably ahead of Equity Bank’s 807, sealing their second consecutive victory after

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The Zonal Commander of Greater Masaka Region Commissioner of Police (CP) Godfrey Maate, has died. CP Maate is said to have collapsed while he was on duty in Sango Bay in Kyotera District. He was taken to a nearby clinic for medical attention, where he died on Sunday night, according to police.6

Commissioner of Police Maate Godfrey, who was serving as the Commander of Sango Bay Police Operations, has passed away. According to reports, Maate collapsed while on duty in Kyotera and was rushed to a nearby health facility, where he was pronounced dead. His death was confirmed in an official statement released by the police: “We

The Zonal Commander of Greater Masaka Region Commissioner of Police (CP) Godfrey Maate, has died. CP Maate is said to have collapsed while he was on duty in Sango Bay in Kyotera District. He was taken to a nearby clinic for medical attention, where he died on Sunday night, according to police.6 Read More »

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