Ledama Olekina defends Parliament over claims of control by Executive
Senator Ledama Olekina has dismissed claims that Parliament is controlled by the Executive, saying lawmakers act independently through debate, voting, and constitutional procedures.
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Case against Ugandan man charged with “aggravated homosexuality” dropped, lawyer says
A Ugandan court has dropped a landmark case against a man charged with aggravated homosexuality, citing mental unfitness after long detention on remand.
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Gold and silver plunge after stunning rally reversal shock
Gold and silver prices plunge after a sharp rally reversal shocks global markets, wiping out record gains as investors react to policy shifts and rising volatility.
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Bad Bunny makes Grammy history as stars protest against ICE
Bad Bunny made Grammy history by winning Album of the Year, as artists turned the 2026 ceremony into a powerful platform for immigration advocacy and solidarity.
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Visa Unveils Fifth Africa Fintech Accelerator Cohort, Spotlighting Cross-Border Payments and AI Innovation
Visa’s fifth Africa Fintech Accelerator cohort brings together 18 startups from 28 countries, reflecting the growing spread of fintech innovation beyond Africa’s traditional tech hubs.
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This army chief threatened to castrate opposition leader and claimed descent from Jesus
Uganda army chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba during a public appearance amid political controversy.
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Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Africa 2026 To Spotlight Investment, Innovation And Destination Growth Across Sub-Saharan Africa.
Future Hospitality Summit Africa 2026 returns to Nairobi, bringing together hospitality leaders, investors and tourism experts to discuss investment, innovation and destination growth across Africa.
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Deadly jihadist attack kills dozens in northeast Nigeria, including soldiers
Dozens of people, including soldiers, were killed in a deadly jihadist attack in northeast Nigeria, highlighting ongoing insecurity in Borno State despite years of military operations.
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Senegal coach banned, fined over Cup of Nations final fracas
CAF has suspended Senegal coach Pape Thiaw for five matches and issued heavy fines to both Senegal and Morocco after unsporting conduct disrupted the AFCON final, despite Senegal’s extra-time victory.
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Uganda says to cut budget support by 84% in next financial year
Uganda will cut external budget support by over 84% in the next financial year as it prioritises domestic revenue, reduces borrowing, and manages rising public debt.
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Pistons escape Nuggets rally, Thunder roll Pelicans
The Pistons survived a late Nuggets rally to win 109–107, while the Thunder, 76ers, and Knicks recorded important victories.
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IMF board approves final review of Zambia’s lending program, unlocking $190 million
The IMF approves Zambia lending program after completing its final review, unlocking $190 million to support economic recovery and debt reforms.
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Marburg virus disease – Ethiopia
Ethiopia has officially declared the end of its first Marburg virus outbreak after 42 days without new cases, following successful containment efforts supported by the WHO.
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Tanzania expects to sign $42 billion mega LNG project before June, minister says
Tanzania plans to sign a long-delayed $42 billion liquefied natural gas (LNG) agreement before June, a senior government minister has said.The project will unlock large…
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