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Announcement Ministry of Education and Sports

Government commits to free secondary education extension by 2027

USE will be expanded to all sub-counties by 2027.

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Announcement Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities

Uganda named Lonely Planet's #1 destination for 2026

Government to launch a multi-million dollar global campaign.

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Communications

SOUTH AFRICA CHASING FELLOW AFRICANS; CRY BELOVED RAINBOW NATION

South Africans are at it again. Just weeks ago, there was outrage coming from South African cities, especially Johannesburg. A group of South Africans attacked fellow Africans, accusing them of many ills but mainly “taking their jobs” in that huge and powerful economy on the…

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Public Notice Ministry of ICT and National Guidance

Presidential swearing-in and public holiday

12 May 2026 declared a public holiday; non-essential government offices closed.

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Public Notice Ministry of Internal Affairs

Security and traffic arrangements for the Presidential Swearing-In ceremony at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds

Detailed road closures and diversion map for 12 May 2026; security perimeter active from 04:00 EAT.

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Public Notice Ministry of Internal Affairs

Update by the Director General of UCAA, Mr. Fred K. Bamwesigye on aviation industry developments

UCAA DG updates on safety oversight, Entebbe expansion progress and new bilateral air-service agreements.

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Announcement Ministry of East African Community Affairs

Uganda assumes chair of EAC Council of Ministers

President receives mandate at the 24th EAC Ordinary Summit in Arusha.

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Announcement Kampala Capital City Authority

Kampala road resurfacing programme — Jinja Road closures this weekend

Motorists advised to use alternative routes; works complete by Sunday.

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Announcement Ministry of ICT and National Guidance

"Moments with Mzee" — an insight into the life of President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni

Photo book launches at Serena Hotel on 8 May 2026; President purchased copies for swearing-in VVIP guests.

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Announcement Ministry of ICT and National Guidance

Uganda Media Centre's Executive Director meets Buganda Premier

UMC ED commits to collaboration with Buganda Kingdom on upskilling journalists and communicating prosperity.

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Announcement Office of the President

President Museveni sponsors 150 Muslims for this year's Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca

First group of 90 pilgrims flagged off; 150 sponsored at ~UGX 21M each (~UGX 3B total).

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Announcement Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs

UPDF concludes joint border security operation — 14 suspects in custody

Operation in West Nile recovers illegal arms; suspects facing prosecution.

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