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Lives At Stake As Ugandan Govt Intensifies Persecution Against LGBTQ People

Lives At Stake As Ugandan Govt Intensifies Persecution Against LGBT

Several Ugandans continue to face the brunt of persecution ever since the government of Uganda passed the Anti- Homosexuality Act, which left many innocent lives at peril. Over the years, hundreds of Ugandans have fallen victim to acts of brutality, arbitrary arrests, lynchings, humiliation and isolation just because of being suspected to be members of the LGBTQ community. Many of …

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Uganda oil marketers deny fuel hoarding and price manipulation claims

Uganda oil marketers deny fuel hoarding and price manipulation claims

KAMPALA, Uganda — A trade group representing Uganda’s oil marketers on Sunday denied accusations that its members are hoarding fuel, fixing prices or smuggling supplies across borders. The Sustainable Energies and Petroleum Association of Uganda, known as SEPA Uganda, addresses public claims that companies are capitalizing on geopolitical instability to exploit consumers. “The downstream petroleum sector in Uganda operates within …

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Lives At Stake As Ugandan Govt Intensifies Persecution Against LGBT People

Lives At Stake As Ugandan Govt Intensifies Persecution Against LGBT

Several Ugandans continue to face the brunt of persecution ever since the government of Uganda passed the Anti- Homosexuality Act, which left many innocent lives at peril. Over the years, hundreds of Ugandans have fallen victim to acts of brutality, arbitrary arrests, lynchings, humiliation and isolation just because of being suspected to be members of the LGBT community. Many of …

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Gen Muhoozi Praises Tycoon Sudhir: ”You’re Africa’s Smartest & Richest Businessman”

Gen Muhoozi Praises Tycoon Sudhir: ”You’re Africa’s Smartest & Richest Businessman”

Viewers: 90,004 By Spy Uganda Muhoozi Kainerugaba has publicly hailed Sudhir Ruparelia, describing him as “the richest and smartest businessman in Africa” following his participation in the recent “Run For Hope” initiative. In a post shared on social media platform X, Muhoozi expressed gratitude to the veteran investor for attending the birthday run held in celebration of his 52nd …

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Let’s Act Now! Commissioner Rwamigisa Pushes Bold Reforms To Modernize Agricultural Extension

Let’s Act Now! Commissioner Rwamigisa Pushes Bold Reforms To Modernize Agricultural Extension

Viewers: 70,003 By Spy Uganda The call to transform Uganda’s agricultural sector took center stage on Monday as Dr. Patience Rwamigisa, Assistant Commissioner for Agricultural Extension Coordination at the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, delivered a keynote address at the opening of the Uganda Agricultural Extension Week. Speaking to stakeholders from across the agricultural value chain, Dr. …

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Arua Comes Into Its Own as Neon Raves Crown Black Dancers

Arua Comes Into Its Own as Neon Raves Crown Black

By the time the first dancer stepped onto the stage, the tone for the night had already been set. At Capital Lounge, crowds had gathered as early as 5pm, filling the venue ahead of the Tusker Lite Neon Raves. Around the space, dance crews stretched, rehearsed and fine-tuned their routines. Some came with props, others with carefully curated costumes and …

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Bugolobi apartment row expands as High Court dismisses Ssebutinde application

Bugolobi apartment row expands as High Court dismisses Ssebutinde application

× The legal troubles surrounding a contested apartment project in Bugolobi have intensified after the High Court dismissed an application seeking to halt criminal proceedings linked to the development, even as an earlier court order had already stopped further construction on the property. In a ruling delivered on April 14, 2026, Justice Alex Mackay Ajiji dismissed a criminal revision application …

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Big turnout marks Gen. Muhoozi’s 52nd Birthday run at Kololo

Big turnout marks Gen Muhoozis 52nd Birthday run at Kololo

× ]]]]>]]> A massive crowd turned up at Kololo Independence Grounds on Sunday as thousands participated in the 52nd birthday run of Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, underscoring the growing scale and influence of the annual event.The run, held under the theme “Run for Charity, Run for Hope,” brought together a wide range of participants, including political figures, security personnel, youth leaders, and ordinary …

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Meera joins Victoria University Council as new boss among directors

Meera joins Victoria University Council as new boss among directors.webp

Ms Meera being sworn in by University Council Vice Chairman Mr.Jay Sakaria KAMPALA – Victoria University has officially welcomed Ms. Meera Ruparelia as the new Representative of the Directors to the University Council, following her swearing-in on 16th April 2026. × The appointment comes in the wake of the tragic passing of her father, the late Rajiv Ruparelia, a visionary Director …

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FSMEs welcome Govt suspension of nationwide trade order operations, push for inclusive strategy

FSMEs welcome Govt suspension of nationwide trade order operations push

KAMPALA – Government has temporarily suspended nationwide trade order operations pending further consultations, following sustained outcry from traders over demolitions of kiosks and makeshift structures in urban centres. The halt was communicated to Parliament on April 23, 2026, by the Minister of State for Industry, weeks after the Federation of Small and Medium Enterprises (FSME) petitioned government over the conduct …

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