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Recent local coverage and related updates from across Uganda Online.
local 13 May 2026
Soroti City plans to spend Shs 49 million to renovate its 22-year-old mortuary, which has fallen into disrepair. The extensive rehabilitation aims to address structural issues and improve the facility's functionality. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/soroti-city-earmarks-shs49m-to-rehabilitate-22-year-old-mortuary-5458226
features 11 May 2026
A poignant look at Roseline, her son, and her mother, all born during President Museveni's tenure, highlighting their struggles and aspirations amidst the nation's ongoing political landscape. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/meet-the-family-of-three-generations-born-under-museveni-govt-5455326
news 11 May 2026
Kampala residents are advised to prepare for significant traffic disruptions due to the presidential inauguration and subsequent parliamentary swearing-in ceremonies this week. Advance planning is crucial to avoid being caught off-guard. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/oped/editorial/plan-ahead-to-make-disruption-this-week-minimal-5454818
Sports 28 April 2026
Emmy Alfred Jondu secured his nomination for PAU's Director of Publicity post via a successful appeal, overturning his initial exclusion for late registration, but incumbent George Katongole has now appealed the decision and taken it to the National Council of Sports. The controversy highlights tensions ahead of PAU's elective assembly on May 23. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/sports/other-sport/jondu-to-battle-katongole-after-controversial-appeal-5439446
Business 10 April 2026
Street vendor evictions in Nebbi town by municipal authorities have driven up food prices, hitting low-income residents hard as affordable options vanish. Vendors report sharp drops in sales while pushing for alternative trading spots amid infrastructure upgrades. Source: https://observer.ug/news/food-prices-rise-in-nebbi-after-vendor-evictions