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    Kyazze on building systems where talent already exists.
    (Daily Monitor, 2026-03-01) Batte, Edgar R
    Julius Kyazze has spent nearly two decades at the intersection of creativity and commerce. An entrepreneur whose work has shaped parts of East Africa's contemporary entertainment landscape, he superintends enterprises such as Swangz Avenue, Buzz Events and other affiliated ventures operating across media, talent management and live experiences.
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    Kiryandongo commissions shs470m water projects
    (Daily Monitor, 2026-02-27) Bategeka, Ismail
    Leaders in Kiryandongo District have commissioned water projects worth shs477.5m to boost access to safe and clean water in some of the most stressed communities.
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    Energy equity is a key accelerator for the competence-based curriculum
    (Daily Monitor, 2026-02-26) Bihamba, Joel Muhindo
    According to the World Bank, only about half of Uganda's population, including educational institutions, had access to electricity in 2023. This indicates that while the country had not achieved energy equity - ensuring all people have fair access to affordable, reliable and safe electricity regardless of their income and location - the CBC had already been rolled out.
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    How can a motorist tell their engine is underpowered?
    (Daily Monitor, 2026-02-26) Kaganzi, Paul
    Hello Paul, my car has no dashboard warning lights on, yet it feels sluggish and less responsive than before. Are there early signs that experienced drivers or mechanics look for before a fault becomes serious, and how can an ordinary driver learn to detect these problems early? Jennifer Babirye.
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    Mpigi-Muduuma roadworks take shape amid hurdles.
    (Daily Monitor, 2026-03-24) Mbogo, Sadat
    Construction works on the 15.6-kilometre Mpigi-Muduuma road are taking shape, raising hopes of a reliable alternative route connecting to Kampala-Masaka highway.
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    Sheenah's AL ruins her life.
    (Daily Monitor, 2026-03-04) Mugabe, Arnold
    On Valentine's day Sheenah asked her friend Sisi to record her as she tested her AI personal assistant. She wanted to do more than just "Google stuff". As they boarded a boda boda to go to school, Sheenah opened her AI assistant app and gave it bold instructions.
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    Fuel prices are rising : govt says increase not justified.
    (Daily Monitor, 2026-03-23) Nakaweesi, Dorothy
    Fuel prices across Uganda are edging upward, even as governement insists the increments are premature and not backed by prevailing fundamentals.
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    Africa can lead on health AI; If we invest in the basics
    (Daily Monitor, 2026-02-25) Ratanshi, Rosalind Parkes
    Let us make sure we come together across the health spectrum to ensure no one gets left behind in the great AI leap forward.
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    Oil tankers burn in Iraq as Iran strikes.
    (Daily Monitor, 2026-03-13) Daily Monitor
    Two tankers were ablaze in Iraqi waters yesterday after what appeared to be Iranian strikes, the latest wave of attacks on oil and transport facilities across the Middle East, as Iran warned the world should be ready for oil to hit $200 9749,000) a barrel.
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    We wont let any oil out of the Middle East - Iran.
    (Daily Monitor, 2026-03-11) Daily Monitor
    Iran's revolutionary guards said yesterday they would not let any oil out of the Middle East until US and Israeli attacks cease, prompting US president Donald Trump to threaten to hit Iran "20 times harder" if it blocked exports.
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    On fulfilling universal electricity access by 2030?
    (Daily Monitor, 2026-02-22) Nuwamanya, Mercy
    On December 5, 2023, the Government of Uganda through the country’s Energy minister, Ms Ruth Nankabirwa, launched Uganda’s Energy Transition Plan (ETP) at COP28 in Dubai. The launch was supposed to signal Uganda’s commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 and ensuring universal access to electricity by 2030.
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    Why is my engine oil dark before service?.
    (Daily Monitor, 2026-03-12) Kaganzi, Paul
    Hello Godfrey, engine oil is crucial for maintaining good engine health. The black colour of your Hyundai's engine oil should not be a major concern, especially if the oil level remains stable and you are using the manufacturer-recommended oil grade and viscosity during routine servicing.
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    Busega-Mpigi roadworks resume after funding boost.
    (Daily Monitor, 2026-03-11) Mbogo, Sadat
    Construction on the long-stalled Busega-Mpigi expressway has resumed following the government's securing of substantial additional funding.
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    Why the Kenya pipeline deal is a win for Uganda.
    (Daily Monitor, 2026-03-13) Wamala, Deogratius
    Uganda, through Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC), has taken advantage of Kenya's recent fiscal pressures that pushed Nairobi to privatise some state assets to raise revenue rather than increase unpopular domestic taxes.
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    The voice behind Kiira Motors' electric revolution.
    (Daily Monitor, 2026-03-12) Okwera, Oyet Geoffrey
    The foundation of Ruth Nasejje's life journey through education was laid at Nalinya Lwantale district, where her early dreams began taking shape.
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    Joint security checkpoints intensify on Kampala roads.
    (Daily Monitor, 2026-03-11) Wandera, Derrick
    Motorists in the Kampala Metropolitan area are facing delays and inconvenience as security agencies intensify snap checkpoints and deployments on major roads.
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    Shs60b water project gives relief to Adjumani residents
    (Daily Monitor, 2026-05-22) Nakirigya, Shabibah
    For decades, residents of Adjumani District endured severe Water shortages during the dry season as rivers dried up and groundwater levels declined, forcing many families to walk long distances in search of water.
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    Why does my car's clock keep resetting itself?
    (Daily Monitor, 2026-03-05) Kaganzi, Paul
    Hello Agnes, the issue with your dashboard clock turning off when you hit speed bumps suggests a brief interruption in the constant power circuit. Most modern cars, including your Mazda Axela, have two power supply sources: one that is activated when the ignition is on and a constant battery feed.
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    Kashushu brings digital art class too close.
    (Daily Monitor, 2026-03-02) Kaggwa, Andrew
    It is not every day that knowledge, in its full glory, visits the bar. But on this Friday night in Nakulabye, that is exactly what happened. At Supremacy Lounge, digital artist Natasha Karungi, better known as Kashushu, turned a corner of the bustling nightlife spot into a classroom.
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    Does digitising make motor insurance faster and safer?
    (Daily Monitor, 2026-03-12) Mugisha, Maxella
    Since January 1, a quiet but significant change has reshaped Uganda's motor insurance sector. The familiar third party insurance sticker that for years clung to vehicle windscreens has been replaced by an electronic record.