Public Hospitals Strain as Patient Numbers Rise Amid Funding Gaps
By The Urban Gazette Health Desk. Kampala, Uganda Public hospitals across Uganda are facing renewed pressure as patient admissions surge
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Governments Move to Regulate Social Media as Election Disinformation Grows
Kampala, Uganda Governments worldwide are stepping up efforts to regulate social media platforms amid growing concern that online disinformation is
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Militant Violence Disrupts Key Trade Routes in East Africa
By The Urban Gazette Regional DeskNairobi/KampalaRenewed militant activity in parts of East Africa is disrupting major transport corridors, raising costs
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Food Prices Remain High Despite Improved Harvests
By Urban Gazette Business Desk Kampala, Uganda Despite reports of improved harvests in several agricultural regions, food prices across Ugandaβs
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Opposition Parties Struggle to Unite as Election Clock Ticks Down
By The Urban Gazette Political Desk Kampala, Uganda As Uganda moves closer to the 2026 general elections, opposition parties are
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Artificial Intelligence Regulation Gains Momentum as Governments Seek Guardrails
By The Urban Gazette Tech DeskBrussels, Belgium Governments around the world are accelerating efforts to regulate artificial intelligence as concerns
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African Youth Continue Risky Migration Routes Despite Rising Dangers
By The Urban Gazette Global Affairs Desk Despite mounting dangers and stricter border controls, thousands of African youth continue to
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Small Businesses Struggle as Rent, Taxes Rise in Urban Centers
Kampala, Uganda Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Ugandaβs major towns are facing renewed pressure as commercial rent hikes and
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Opposition Leaders Call for Electoral Reforms Ahead of 2026 Polls
By The Urban Gazette Political CorrespondentKampala, Uganda Opposition leaders have renewed calls for comprehensive electoral reforms, warning that without structural
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KCCA Moves to Crack Down on Illegal Street Vending in Kampala CBD
Kampala, Uganda Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has launched a renewed enforcement operation targeting illegal street vending in the Central
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