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A race for rights: How sport is helping protect girls in Uganda

United Nations 25 Apr 2026
On a red running track in eastern Uganda, coach Zuena ...
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Uganda: Ruto Praises Museveni's 'No Shortcuts' Approach to Uganda's Oil

All Africa 24 Apr 2026
Kenya's President William Ruto has praised Yoweri Museveni for resisting "easy choices" in managing Uganda's oil resources, saying the approach has helped protect the country's long-term interests ....
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Kenya: Kenya to Invest in Uganda Oil Refinery, Ruto Announces

All Africa 24 Apr 2026
Kenya's President William Ruto has announced plans for his country to invest in Uganda's oil refinery, in a move aimed at strengthening regional energy cooperation and long-term infrastructure development ....
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Uganda: Govt Defends Sovereignty Bill, Dismisses Claims of Political Witch-Hunt

All Africa 24 Apr 2026
The government has defended the proposed Protection National Sovereignty Bill, 2026, dismissing growing criticism that it is designed to target political opponents and restrict civic freedoms ....
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Nigeria: Dangote to Partner Kenya, Uganda to Build Refinery in Tanzania

All Africa 24 Apr 2026
Aliko Dangote has unveiled plans to collaborate with Kenya and Uganda on a large-scale refinery project in Tanzania, signalling a new phase in Africa's push for energy self-sufficiency and industrial expansion ....
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Long queues in Uganda as fears of fuel shortage grow

China Daily 24 Apr 2026
Uganda is facing a looming fuel shortage and a sharp spike in prices linked to global oil supply disruptions, shipping delays and the ongoing Middle East conflict, even as the government maintains that supplies of the commodity remain stable.
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China grants Uganda $1 million to support refugees amid funding shortfalls

China Daily 24 Apr 2026
The government of Uganda, in partnership with China, has launched a $1 million humanitarian assistance project funded by the Chinese government, to improve the welfare of refugees across the country.
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'Sovereignty' bill seeking to deter foreign influence has drawn widespread concern in Uganda

Newsday 24 Apr 2026
The bill's definition of a foreigner includes “a non-Ugandan citizen” as well as “a Ugandan citizen residing outside Uganda," in addition to other categories of individuals and companies not domiciled in the East African country.
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Uganda: Sovereignty Bill Threatens Speech, Assembly

Human Rights Watch 24 Apr 2026
(Nairobi) – A bill before Uganda’s parliament that proposes sweeping controls over “foreign funding” and political activity threatens fundamental rights and could be used to shut down civil society, Human Rights Watch said today.
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Uganda-Controversial Sovereignty Bill

Citrus County Chronicle 23 Apr 2026
FILE -Pop star-turned-opposition lawmaker Bobi Wine, whose real name is Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, waves to supporters accompanied by his wife Barbara Itungo Kyagulanyi at his home in Kampala, Uganda, Sept. 20, 2018 ... .
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'Sovereignty' bill draws widespread concern in Uganda

ABC News 23 Apr 2026
A bill by Ugandan authorities whose stated purpose is to deter foreign interference has drawn widespread criticism as concern grows over its all-encompassing definition of a foreign agent and its potential to hurt civic groups ... .
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