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Politics 11 September 2026

Tooro Queen Mother Not Under House Arrest, Minister Assures

State Minister for Internal Affairs Juma Witonze Kiseka has refuted claims that the Queen Mother of Tooro, Best Kemigisa, is under house arrest, stating that security deployments are for the safety of mourners. Source: https://observer.ug/news/queen-mother-kemigisa-not-under-house-arrest-minister

Source: The Observer (Uganda)
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The decapitated body of Namanda was recovered at Kirurumba Village, Kiboga Town Council. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/kiboga-witchdoctor-madina-nakyeyune-convicted-of-human-sacrifice-5591332

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State Minister for Internal Affairs Juma Witonze Kiseka has refuted claims that the Queen Mother of Tooro, Best Kemigisa, is under house arrest, stating that security deployments are for the safety of mourners. Source: https://observer.ug/news/queen-mother-kemigisa-not-under-house-arrest-minister

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The hospital has engaged the city mayor, city clerk and city health officer to seek a lasting. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/jinja-hospital-overwhelmed-by-unclaimed-bodies-5591342

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A new report highlights the crucial role of generic drug manufacturers in improving access to essential medicines across Africa, despite ongoing challenges in financing, procurement, and regulation. The study examines how eight key pharmaceutical companies are adapting to the continent's evolving healthcare demands. Source: https://observer.ug/news/report-highlights-role-of-generic-drugmakers-in-expanding-medicine-access-in-africa