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General 17 August 2026
He was regarded by some members of the community as a powerful spiritual practitioner. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/-76-year-old-tororo-traditional-healer-abandons-shrines-after-divine-encounter--5561534
news 17 August 2026
A fatal altercation between two private security guards in Hoima city has resulted in one guard's arrest. The suspect allegedly shot and killed his colleague following an unclear disagreement at their duty station. Source: https://observer.ug/news/security-guard-shoots-dead-colleague-in-hoima
General 17 August 2026
Holiday coaching or teaching refers to extra academic classes held during official school. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/education/is-holiday-teaching-or-coaching-really-necessary--5561502
Technology 17 August 2026
Court sources said facilitation is needed for witnesses travelling from outside Kiboga District. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/kiboga-prison-murder-trial-adjourned-over-lack-of-funds-5561482
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He was regarded by some members of the community as a powerful spiritual practitioner. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/-76-year-old-tororo-traditional-healer-abandons-shrines-after-divine-encounter--5561534
news
A fatal altercation between two private security guards in Hoima city has resulted in one guard's arrest. The suspect allegedly shot and killed his colleague following an unclear disagreement at their duty station. Source: https://observer.ug/news/security-guard-shoots-dead-colleague-in-hoima
Technology
Court sources said facilitation is needed for witnesses travelling from outside Kiboga District. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/kiboga-prison-murder-trial-adjourned-over-lack-of-funds-5561482
Politics
The People's Front for Freedom (PFF) has announced a new wave of non-violent protests, including wearing national colors and nationwide prayers, demanding the immediate release of Dr. Kizza Besigye and other political prisoners due to his deteriorating health. Source: https://observer.ug/news/pff-announces-new-besigye-protests