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Business 7 May 2026
African nations and others are increasingly involved with China's maritime investments, anticipating economic benefits like improved infrastructure and trade. However, concerns linger over potential debt traps, intelligence gathering, and geopolitical influence. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/navigating-the-issues-surrounding-china-s-ports-abroad-5451142
news 7 May 2026
A 45-year-old woman, Juliet Tushabeomwe, has been remanded in custody in Mitooma district for allegedly torturing her eight-year-old stepson by forcing him to swallow 46 sewing needles and fragments of broken glass. She faces charges of aggravated torture and attempted murder. Source: https://observer.ug/news/mitooma-woman-remanded-over-forcing-stepson-to-swallow-46-needles
Politics 7 May 2026
Democratic Republic of Congo President Felix Tshisekedi has sparked anger among opposition parties by suggesting he would accept a third term, while also noting that ongoing conflict in the east could delay the 2028 presidential elections. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/congo-president-raises-prospect-of-third-term-and-vote-delay-angering-opposition-5451112
Politics 7 May 2026
President Salva Kiir of South Sudan has removed the country's chief of defense forces and the minister of finance in recent government changes. These dismissals are seen by analysts as part of Kiir's efforts to consolidate power amid potential succession questions. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/south-sudan-s-president-kiir-sacks-army-chief-finance-minister-in-latest-reshuffle-5451110
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Business
African nations and others are increasingly involved with China's maritime investments, anticipating economic benefits like improved infrastructure and trade. However, concerns linger over potential debt traps, intelligence gathering, and geopolitical influence. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/navigating-the-issues-surrounding-china-s-ports-abroad-5451142
news
A 45-year-old woman, Juliet Tushabeomwe, has been remanded in custody in Mitooma district for allegedly torturing her eight-year-old stepson by forcing him to swallow 46 sewing needles and fragments of broken glass. She faces charges of aggravated torture and attempted murder. Source: https://observer.ug/news/mitooma-woman-remanded-over-forcing-stepson-to-swallow-46-needles
Politics
Democratic Republic of Congo President Felix Tshisekedi has sparked anger among opposition parties by suggesting he would accept a third term, while also noting that ongoing conflict in the east could delay the 2028 presidential elections. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/congo-president-raises-prospect-of-third-term-and-vote-delay-angering-opposition-5451112
national
President Yoweri Museveni has fully sponsored 150 Muslim pilgrims to undertake the Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. The initiative, costing an estimated Shs3 billion, reflects the President's commitment to supporting religious obligations and inclusivity within the country. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/museveni-sponsors-150-pilgrims-to-mecca-5451056