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transport 18 April 2026
Uganda Railways Corporation (URC) is set to extend its school train initiative beyond Mukono following the successful launch at Seroma Christian High School. The move aims to build capacity for mass fan transport ahead of AFCON 2027. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/urc-eyes-school-train-rollout-beyond-mukono-after-seroma-launch--5428420
Sports 18 April 2026
Nakasero is on track to claim every slot for the Road to Sudan qualifiers, with only Seroma High School's Lawrence Ayera posing a credible threat to their sweep. This dominance highlights Nakasero's strong position in the competition. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/sports/other-sport/road-to-sudan-nakasero-could-sweep-all-slots-5428386
news 18 April 2026
Officials in Mbale City's Education Department face allegations of inflating Universal Primary Education (UPE) enrolment numbers at schools like Umar to secure more government funding. The scandal has raised concerns over mismanagement of public resources in the region. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/mbale-city-officials-accused-of-inflating-upe-enrolment-figures-for-funds-5428376
Sports 18 April 2026
Denis Onyango and Mamelodi Sundowns advanced to the African Champions League final after holding off a late threat from Esperance. The Tunisian side nearly equalized before halftime with a knee deflection. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/sports/soccer/onyango-sundowns-progress-to-african-champions-league-final-5428360
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transport
Uganda Railways Corporation (URC) is set to extend its school train initiative beyond Mukono following the successful launch at Seroma Christian High School. The move aims to build capacity for mass fan transport ahead of AFCON 2027. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/urc-eyes-school-train-rollout-beyond-mukono-after-seroma-launch--5428420
Sports
Nakasero is on track to claim every slot for the Road to Sudan qualifiers, with only Seroma High School's Lawrence Ayera posing a credible threat to their sweep. This dominance highlights Nakasero's strong position in the competition. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/sports/other-sport/road-to-sudan-nakasero-could-sweep-all-slots-5428386
news
Officials in Mbale City's Education Department face allegations of inflating Universal Primary Education (UPE) enrolment numbers at schools like Umar to secure more government funding. The scandal has raised concerns over mismanagement of public resources in the region. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/mbale-city-officials-accused-of-inflating-upe-enrolment-figures-for-funds-5428376
Business
The Uganda Bankers’ Association has cautioned that the draft Protection of Sovereignty Bill 2026 risks disrupting banking operations, delaying remittances, and repelling foreign capital essential for economic growth. They highlight concerns over broad definitions of foreign agents and low thresholds for funding approvals that could impact routine transactions. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/ugandan-bankers-sovereignty-bill-risks-credit-freeze-hurts-investment-5428260