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KIU FRAMES UGANDA’S LEGAL ADVOCACY MOMENT AS MAKERERE CLAIMS 2026 JESSUP NATIONAL TITLE

KIU FRAMES UGANDAS LEGAL ADVOCACY MOMENT AS MAKERERE CLAIMS 2026

Post Views: 6 BY OUR REPORTERIN KAMPALAwww.mknewslink.com—-Kampala International University (KIU) has spotlighted a defining moment for legal education in Uganda following the conclusion of the Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition (Jessup Moot) – National Rounds, where Makerere University emerged as Uganda’s National Champion.The 2026 national rounds brought together five universities—Kampala International University (KIU), Makerere University, Uganda …

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UPDF ‘Bombs’ Kiwanuka Out of the Barracks

UPDF Bombs Kiwanuka Out of the Barracks

By Lawrence Mubiru  UPDF FC has announced a reshuffle of its technical bench, parting ways with First Assistant Coach Kiwanuka Paul and Defensive Coach Oweka Denis with immediate effect. In an official statement, the club expressed appreciation for the dedication and professionalism shown by the two coaches during their time at the club, noting their contribution to the team’s technical …

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SHAME! Masaka RCC Washaki in Child Neglect Scandal, Dragged to Court

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Shock and outrage have erupted in Bugisu following the dragging of Masaka Resident City Commissioner (RCC) Ahamada Washaki to court over alleged child neglect and abandonment. Speaking to RedPepper, the Bugisu Cultural Institution spokesperson Steven Masiga confirmed that it has taken keen interest in the case involving the senior government official, describing the allegations as disturbing and shameful. Court records …

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Umukuka Congratulates Gen Gonyi, Col Nekesa on Election to Parliament

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His Highness Umukuka III, Jude Mike Mudoma, has congratulated Brigadier General David Gonyi and Colonel Christine Nekesa Situma upon their election as Army Representatives to the Parliament of Uganda. Both officers hail from the Bugisu sub-region, with Brig Gen David Gonyi from Sironko District and Col Christine Nekesa from Namisindwa District. The congratulations were conveyed through the spokesperson of the …

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Nameere Pledges Service-Driven Leadership – The Torch Uganda – Independent News, Stories & Perspectives

Nameere Pledges Service Driven Leadership The Torch Uganda – Independent

Masaka City — Masaka City Woman Member of Parliament–elect, Hon. Justine Nameere Nsubuga, has described her court-sanctioned victory as a historic milestone built by the people of Masaka “stitch by stitch,” saying the electorate rejected divisive politics in favor of effective representation, service delivery and meaningful engagement with government. In the message she posted our social media platforms after the …

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BOARDROOM BLOODBATH! Senior Executives Flee Access Bank SA Amid Rot Allegations

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The South African unit of one of Nigeria’s largest lenders, Access Bank, has seen an exodus of senior executives amid concerns of a lax compliance regime, with the group roping in its Nigerian executives to steady the ship and put the group on a growth path in Africa’s most industrialised economy. The group in December announced the imminent departure of …

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24 More Suspects Added on Muwanga Kivumbi’s File

24 More Suspects Added on Muwanga Kivumbis File

The State Prosecution in the matter where Butambala Member of Parliament, Hon. Muwanga Kivumbi is accused of terrorism, has added more people on the file. Hon. Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi (in Jacket) with other acused persons in court today. Muwanga who was brought under tight security was represented by a team of lawyers led by Erias Lukwago had appeared in court …

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Management on Cloud 9 as Sheema’s Rweicumu P/S Shines in PLE with 100% Pass Rate

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Rweicumu Primary School in Masheruka Town Council, Sheema District has emerged as one of the top-performing schools in the region following the release of the 2025 Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE), posting an impressive 100 percent pass rate. According to official results released Friday, all 44 candidates who sat the examinations passed, with 20 pupils attaining Division One and 24 securing …

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