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Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about Mbarara, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. In total, 77stories have been published about Mbarara which Ground News has aggregated in the past 3 months.

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Africa · Mbarara

Uganda: Mao, Bayigga, and Alitia Face Off in Divided DP As Leadership Vote Nears Climax

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At the Democratic Party's national delegates conference today, the fate of Uganda's oldest political party lies in the hands of delegates who must choose between continuity and change.See the Story

Democratic Party · Mbarara

Sebamala’s Next Move After DP Lockout Signals a Brewing Storm in Uganda’s Opposition

Democratic Party’s (DP) 12th National Delegates Conference (NDC) in Mbarara, held from May 30 to June 2, 2025, has thrust Bukoto Central MP Richard Sebamala into the spotlight, not for a triumphant rise to the party’s presidency, but for his controversial disqualification. The conference, which saw Norbert Mao secure a fourth term as DP President General with 969 votes, exposed deep fissures within Uganda’s oldest political party. Sebamala’s exc…Read Article

Mbarara · Mbarara

dfcu Bank launches foundation, expands agricultural impact

Kate K Kiiza who spoke on behalf of dfcu Bank – Executive Director, dfcu Bank dfcu Bank officially launched the dfcu Foundation in Mbarara on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, rebranding its Agribusiness Development Centre (ADC) with the theme “A New Name, A Renewed Commitment.” This strategic transition aims to broaden the bank’s impact, fostering closer ties with farmers nationwide and improving access to financial resources, markets, and capacity-buil…See the Story

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A New Chapter: dfcu Foundation to drive inclusive economic empowerment across Uganda.

State Minister for Agriculture (Animal Industry) Lt. Col. (Rtd) Bright Rwamirama was chief guest at the launch in Mbarara dfcu Bank Transitions from ADC to dfcu Foundation: expanding impact nationwide. Mbarara, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | dfcu Bank has officially launched the dfcu Foundation in Mbarara district, a rebrand of the Agribusiness Development Centre (ADC) under the theme ‘’A New Name, A Renewed Commitment.’’ The launch reiterates the f…Mbarara · MbararaSee the Story

Byanyima accuses Alupo, Among of misusing Ankole dress

Winnie Byanyima, the Executive Director of UNAIDS, has publicly criticised two senior Ugandan female leaders, Anitah Among (Speaker of Parliament) and Jesica Alupo (Vice President), for allegedly misusing the traditional Suuti dress worn by the Banyankole people of Western Uganda.  The dress, a cultural symbol for Banyankole women, sparked a debate online after both leaders, who are from the Teso region in Eastern Uganda, were photographed weari…Mbarara · MbararaRead Article

Ankole Arts Teachers Announce Strike Over Wage Disparities

Arts teachers in the Ankole region have announced plans to lay down their tools starting June 6, 2025, in protest over unresolved salary grievances. The strike is expected to continue until their demands are included in the 2025/2026 national budget. The announcement was made on Tuesday by Arnest Bwambale, the regional coordinator of the Uganda Professional Humanities Teachers Union (UPHTU), during a press briefing held at Ntare Gardens in Mbara…Mbarara · MbararaRead Article

dfcu Bank rebrands failing agribusiness centre amid agribusiness centre amid corruption allegations

MBARARA – dfcu Bank has rebranded its struggling Agribusiness Development Centre (ADC) as the dfcu Foundation, in a move critics say is an attempt to whitewash its past failures. The ADC, established to support Uganda’s agricultural sector, has been plagued by allegations of corruption, mismanagement, and lack of impact. Despite receiving millions of dollars in funding, the centre has failed to deliver meaningful benefits to farmers and agribusi…Mbarara · MbararaRead Article

dfcu Foundation Launched in Mbarara to Empower Farmers and Boost Agribusiness

Mbarara – dfcu Bank has officially launched the dfcu Foundation, a strategic rebrand of the former Agribusiness Development Centre (ADC), under the theme “A New Name, A Renewed Commitment.” The move signals a broader national focus on empowering Uganda’s agriculture sector, small businesses, and rural communities. Unveiled in Mbarara District, the rebrand reaffirms dfcu Bank’s mission of “Transforming Lives and Businesses in Uganda” by extending…Mbarara · MbararaRead Article

Uganda: HIV TikTok Scandal in Mbarara Rekindles Fears of Digital Harm and Stigma

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A TikTok scandal centred on HIV stigma has rattled Mbarara and drawn widespread condemnation across Uganda after an anonymous account published names and photos of individuals, falsely or accurately labelling them as HIV-positive.Africa · MbararaRead Article

Richard Sebamala: The Rising Star Poised to Redefine Uganda’s Democratic Party

The Democratic Party (DP), Uganda’s oldest political party, stands at a pivotal crossroads as it grapples with internal strife and a diminishing political footprint. At the heart of this struggle is a fierce leadership battle between incumbent President General Norbert Mao and Bukoto Central MP Richard Sebamala, whose dynamic campaign has ignited a spark reminiscent of DP’s glory days. Mr Sebamala’s relentless mobilization, unyielding energy, an…Democratic Party · MbararaRead Article

dfcu Bank launches Foundation to empower SMEs, women, and youth in agriculture and enterprise development

Mabel Ndawula, the Executive Director of the dfcu Foundation addresses guests during the launch. By Our Reporter dfcu Bank has officially launched the dfcu Foundation in Mbarara district, a rebrand of the Agribusiness Development Centre (ADC) under the theme “A New Name, A Renewed Commitment”. The launch reiterates the Foundation’s commitment to supporting Uganda’s agricultural sector. This strategic transition aims to widen impact, bringing dfc…Agriculture · MbararaRead Article

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