NEMA has intensified enforcement against illegal developments in the Kajjansi wetland and other areas, including along the Munyonyo–Kajjansi Expressway, Busabala, Buko, Lumpewo Wetlands, and parts of Kira Municipality
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An online investigation revealed that a circulating video claiming Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni confirmed 74 new Ebola cases and ordered the closure of places of worship is Misleading.
The video was actually extracted from a state of the Nation address delivered on March 18, 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Health has officially confirmed a total of 15 new cases.
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A viral video is falsely claimed to show Pentecostal church members crawling into their pastor’s house because he considers walking to greet a pastor disrespectful according to the Bible.
The footage actually shows an Acholi traditional marriage ceremony, where suitors crawl on their hands and knees into the bride’s mother’s home as a sign of respect during bride-price negotiations.
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A TikTok video claims that Mapeera House, the headquarters of Centenary Bank in Uganda, was destroyed by the May 31, 2026 earthquake.
However, no credible media outlet or official source has reported such damage. Analysis also found AI-generated elements in the image used in the video, making the claim false.
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Lawyer Deric Namakajo argues that Muganga's alleged dual citizenship may make him ineligible to hold the position under Ugandan law
He is calling for Muganga’s vetting to be suspended until his citizenship status is clarified and proof is provided
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The Anglican Church of Uganda has received approval from the Ministry of Health to hold a scaled-down Uganda Martyrs’ Day service at Namugongo on June 3, 2026
The service will be broadcast live, allowing Christians in Uganda to participate remotely
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A letter circulating online, purportedly from Uganda’s State House directing the verification of the citizenship status of four newly appointed cabinet officials, is fabricated. The document uses a forged signature and falsely presents itself as an official government communication.
The claim emerged following public debate over the appointments, but Uganda’s government has officially dismissed the letter as false and urged the public to ignore it.
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The circulating video claiming that schools will be closed from June 1st, 2026, until further notice due to an Ebola outbreak is entirely Misleading, as the speech featured in the clip is actually AI-generated
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Parliament witnessed one of its most crowded and politically significant sittings in recent years as lawmakers packed the chamber to approve an expansion of Uganda’s executive structure and confirm two top leaders for second consecutive terms
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A viral TikTok video claims that Ugandan opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi (Bobi Wine) denounced Yusuf Kiruluuta Nkeretanyi following remarks made during the Speaker nominations at Kololo Independence Grounds on May 25, 2026, however the clip’s audio was found to have been altered.
JamiiCheck traced the original footage to an interview published by OkayAfrica on May 15, 2026, where Bobi Wine discussed Ugandan politics and life after exile, not the alleged remarks circulating online.
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As we celebrate Eid al-Adha, JamiiForums extends heartfelt wishes of peace, love, unity and blessings to all Muslims and the entire community
Let us continue building a society with informed and responsible citizens, while promoting accountability, good governance
Eid Mubarak
Away from the political storms, former Speaker Anita Among has built a legacy of donations and community support across education, healthcare, sports, and religion
Critics insist charity should never replace accountability in public office
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Uganda has rejected US claims about plans to establish Ebola treatment centres in the country, saying it was not consulted and that the situation is under control
The US had announced funding for up to 50 Ebola clinics in Uganda and the DRC
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Detectives have said that searches at outgoing Speaker Anita Among’s residences recovered large sums of cash including 5 sacks of UGX 50,000 notes, and bundles of US dollars and Euros
They also found phones, laptops, cameras, vehicles & bank records
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Licha ya kuwa Spika mstaafu wa Uganda Anita Among anakabiliwa na shutuma za Rushwa na Matumizi mabaya ya Madaraka na magari yake kuchukuliwa na Polisi, video hii ya gauni inayodaiwa kuonesha muendelezo wa mali zake kuchukuliwa imetengenezwa kwa AI.
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Tensions were high at Parliament after investigators sealed off the office of former Speaker Anita Among and declared it a crime scene
Police detectives searched multiple offices, and Journalists were denied access to the sealed areas
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President Yoweri Museveni has postponed Uganda’s Martyrs’ Day celebrations due to an Ebola outbreak in Eastern Congo, from where thousands of pilgrims travel annually to Namugongo Shrine
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Outgoing Speaker Anita Among has withdrawn from the race for Speaker of the 12th Parliament amid mounting corruption investigations and political pressure
She also pledged support for candidates endorsed by President Museveni and the NRM leadership
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