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MiscellaneousUAE Reopens Doors: Visa Suspension for Ugandans Lifted After Ebola Concerns Eased
The UAE has lifted its suspension on new visas for Ugandans, allowing entry for those who have been outside the country for at least 21 days. Restrictions remain for the Democratic Republic of the Congo and South Sudan.
PoliticsUganda Cracks Down on Online Critics: Detentions, Alleged Abductions, and Defiance
Uganda is experiencing a crackdown on online critics, with individuals facing detention, alleged abductions, and intimidation for expressing dissent on social media. Despite these risks, some continue to speak out, while authorities maintain they operate within the law.
MiscellaneousEgypt Pledges Enhanced Support for Uganda's Sustainable Development Goals
Egypt's Minister of Irrigation and Water Resources, Hani Sewilam, met with Uganda's Minister of Water and Environment, Kahinda Otafiire, to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation on water resource management and sustainable development projects. Egypt reiterated its commitment to supporting Uganda's development efforts and highlighted the importance of regional collaboration within the Nile Basin.
MiscellaneousExiled Rwandan Critic Found Beheaded in Uganda, Police Investigate
Robert Kabera, an exiled critic of the Rwandan government, was found beheaded near Kampala, Uganda. Police are investigating the murder, which follows a pattern of alleged assassinations of President Paul Kagame's opponents in exile.
HealthFears Grow Across Africa After Kenya Records First Fatal Case of Ebola
Kenya has reported its first death from the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus, sparking regional concerns about cross-border transmission and the effectiveness of airport screening protocols.
SportsCountdown to AFCON 2027: Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania Race Against Time to Finish Infrastructure
With less than nine months until AFCON 2027, Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania are racing to finish stadiums, training grounds, and infrastructure for the continent's biggest tournament.
CultureFrom Journalist to Monarch: Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma Crowned King of Uganda's Tooro Kingdom
Former journalist Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma has been crowned king of Uganda's Tooro Kingdom amid a succession dispute following the death of the previous monarch.
CultureFormer Journalist Crowned King of Uganda's Tooro Kingdom Following Succession Dispute
A former journalist has been crowned as the 13th monarch of Uganda's Tooro Kingdom, successfully navigating a contentious succession dispute following the death of the previous king.
HealthUAE Pledges $10 Million to Fight Ebola and Lifts Travel Restrictions on Uganda
The UAE has committed $10 million to support Ebola relief efforts in Africa and lifted entry restrictions for Ugandan citizens after their outbreak was declared over.
CulturePreserving Heritage: Exploring the Centuries-Old Buganda Kingdom Within Modern Uganda
Discover how the centuries-old Buganda Kingdom preserves its rich monarchy, culture, and governance structure within the modern republic of Uganda.
CultureUganda's King Oyo Buried Amid Bitter Succession Battle Over Mystery Son
King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV of Tooro was laid to rest amid an intense succession dispute between clan elders and the late monarch's immediate family. The 34-year-old king passed away in the United States while receiving cancer treatment.
EconomyInside Uber's Strategic Exit from Nigeria, Uganda, and Other African Markets
Uber has exited Nigeria and Uganda amid rising operating costs and driver pressures, marking a continuation of the company's selective retreat from several African markets.
