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Jacob Kiplimo shatters expectations, wins 2025 Chicago Marathon in 2:02:23

Uganda’s long-distance sensation Jacob Kiplimo produced a masterful performance to win the 2025 Chicago Marathon on Sunday, clocking 2:02:23 in only his second marathon appearance.  The half-marathon world record holder showed composure and class, surging ahead after the 30km mark to leave…

Attempts to seize power under way, says Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina

The office of Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina has said an attempt to seize power illegally and by force is under way in the country. Hours later, an army unit known as CAPSAT claimed that it had taken over the leadership of the…

Karamoja CSOs poke holes in Uganda’s Independence as the region remains trapped in poverty

By Alexander Okori A section of leaders and civil society activists from the Karamoja Sub-region on Thursday voiced contrasting opinions as Uganda marked its 63rd Independent anniversary. The celebrations held at Kololo 63 Years of Independence: A Reason to Double Our Effort…

Moroto 3rd Division Football Team Head Coach Confident of Retaining Emorimor Cup Title

By Prosper Gibolo Moroto 3rd division football team head coach Michael Odongo, believes the pressure is off his team as they look to retain the Emorimor Cup title after their remarkable success last year. His statement comes as teams gear up for…

UNATU Slams Proposed 25 Percent Salary Increment in 2026/2027 FY, Calls for Official Dialogue

The Uganda National Teachers Union has hit back at the minister of public service Muruli Mukasa over the proposed 25 percent salary increment for teachers and the manner in which it was announced, insisting they will not call off their ongoing strike. …

Moroto Uhuru Cup Semi-Final Ties and Dates Confirmed

By Prosper Gibolo Venoms football club booked their place in the Moroto Uhuru Cup tournament semi-finals, with a 5:0 victory over Moroto Regional Referral Hospital football team in the quarterfinals played on Sunday. They will now take on Elephants football club in…

ACF: Karamoja Farmers Demand Commercial Banks to Stick to 12 Percent Interest Rate

By Lazaro Apunyo Some farmers in Karamoja Sub-region have asked the Bank of Uganda to ensure that commercial banks stick to the annual 12 percent interest cap for loans taken under the Agricultural Credit Facility (ACF). The ACF, launched in 2009, is…

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