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Israeli-media coverage mentioning Uganda, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.

Economy22 hours ago

Electra Exits Africa by Selling Nigerian Operations for $15 Million

Electra has sold its Nigerian subsidiary for $15 million, ending its African operations due to declining revenues and challenging conditions. The sale will bring a pre-tax cash fl…

Security2 days ago

Uganda and Burundi Consider Troop Deployment for US-Led Gaza Peacekeeping Force

Uganda and Burundi are negotiating to join a US-led international peacekeeping force in Gaza, with Uganda committing 1,200 troops and Burundi likely to follow. The 20,000-strong f…

Security4 days ago

Four Terror Balloons Cross From Gaza Into Israel Amid International Talks on Gaza Reconstruction

Four incendiary balloons from Gaza entered Israel over the weekend, causing no harm, amid ongoing international talks on Gaza's reconstruction. Israel has not approved any multina…

General5 days ago

Yitzhak Carmeli Shares Harsh Nights and Armed Guards on African Journey Tracking Lost Tribes

Israeli explorer Yitzhak Carmeli shares experiences from his African journey tracing the Lost Ten Tribes, describing nights in guarded savanna lodges and primitive mud huts in Uga…

Security6 days ago·2 outlets

Israeli PM's Office Denies Approving International Force Entry Into Gaza Despite Cabinet Vote

Israel's Prime Minister's office denied approving the immediate entry of an international force into Gaza, despite a cabinet vote a month ago. Israel insists on Hamas's full disar…

Israeli PM's Office Denies Approving International Force Entry Into Gaza Despite Cabinet Vote
Politics6 days ago

UAE Expands Ambitious Influence Across Africa Amid Sudan Gold Heist and Regional Rivalries

In 2023, a massive gold theft in Sudan linked to paramilitary forces saw the gold smuggled to the UAE, exposing the Gulf state's expanding influence in Africa. Under President Moh…

SecurityAug 18, 2026·2 outlets

Israeli Air Force Kills Four Hamas Commanders in Shati Camp; African Troops Scout Gaza for Multinational Force

The Israeli Air Force killed four Hamas commanders in a strike at Shati camp, Gaza, while Ugandan and Burundian troops scouted the area for a multinational force. Security officia…

SecurityAug 17, 2026·2 outlets

African Officers Visit US Base in Israel Amid Pressure to Advance Gaza Stabilization Plan

Senior officers from Uganda and Burundi visited the US command center in Israel as part of efforts to deploy a multinational stabilization force in Gaza. This follows US pressure…

HealthAug 16, 2026

Congo Declares Current Ebola Outbreak Deadliest in Nation's History with Over 2,300 Deaths

The Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola outbreak has become the deadliest in its history with 2,325 deaths and nearly 5,000 cases. The epidemic is spreading amid resource shortag…

HealthAug 14, 2026·4 outlets

Israel Confirms No Ebola Cases After Testing Suspected Patient Returning from Congo

Israel's Ministry of Health confirmed no Ebola cases after a suspected patient returning from Congo tested negative. The ministry urges avoiding travel to affected regions and rem…

Israel Confirms No Ebola Cases After Testing Suspected Patient Returning from Congo
CultureAug 13, 2026

New York Magazine Highlights Growing Arab-Palestinian Cultural Influence in NYC

New York Magazine's cover story celebrates the growing Arab and Palestinian cultural presence in New York City, highlighting demographic shifts, cultural events, and political ten…

CultureAug 13, 2026

Israeli Actress Ariel Or Exposes Subtle Antisemitism in Hollywood Amid Advocacy Efforts

Israeli actress Ariel Or revealed subtle antisemitism she faces in Hollywood while advocating for Israel after October 7. Despite career challenges, she continues promoting Israel…

HealthAug 11, 2026·8 outlets

Israeli Man Returned from DR Congo Hospitalized on Suspected Ebola Case

An Israeli man recently returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo has been hospitalized in Soroka Medical Center under suspicion of Ebola. Tests are ongoing, with results exp…

Israeli Man Returned from DR Congo Hospitalized on Suspected Ebola Case
SecurityAug 10, 2026

Israel-US Relations Strain as Diplomatic Gaps Widen Amid Regional Conflicts

Israel and the US face growing diplomatic rifts as no new Lebanon-Israel talks are planned and disagreements persist over Gaza and Iran. The US urges Israel to end conflicts on al…

SecurityAug 8, 2026·4 outlets

Israeli Defense Establishment Prepares for Partial IDF Withdrawal from Gaza Amid Multinational Force Plans

Israel's defense establishment is preparing for a limited IDF withdrawal from Gaza to allow a future multinational force deployment, despite political claims that Hamas must be di…

Israeli Defense Establishment Prepares for Partial IDF Withdrawal from Gaza Amid Multinational Force Plans
SecurityAug 8, 2026

Hamas Agrees to Disarm in Gaza Under Multinational Oversight Amid Israeli Rejection

Hamas has agreed to a phased disarmament in Gaza, handing weapons to a multinational force under a new Palestinian government, while Israel has rejected the plan. The initiative i…

GeneralAug 7, 2026

Israeli Traveler Brings Prayer from Uganda's Jinja Tribe to Jerusalem's Western Wall

Yitzhak Carmeli traveled to Uganda to meet the Jinja tribe, who claim descent from the Lost Ten Tribes of Israel. The tribe gave him a prayer requesting help with their prayer hou…

SecurityAug 6, 2026

Ugandan Parliament Approves Sending Troops to Gaza for International Stabilization Force

Uganda's parliament approved sending troops to Gaza to join an international stabilization force, following a proposal by the Defense Minister.

SportsAug 5, 2026·2 outlets

Aarhus Striker James Bugera Shines Ahead of Potential Clash with Hapoel Be'er Sheva

Aarhus defeated Sabah 2-1 in the first leg of their UEFA tie, with 18-year-old Ugandan striker James Bugera scoring twice. Bugera, a rising talent, could face Hapoel Be'er Sheva i…

SecurityAug 4, 2026

Artist Reveals Netanyahu's Reaction to Yonatan Netanyahu Statue in Entebbe

Artist Itay Zlait created a statue of Yonatan Netanyahu at Entebbe Airport, capturing the moment before his death in the 1976 rescue mission. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netan…

SecurityAug 3, 2026

Smotrich and Struck Demand New Vote on International Peace Council Entry to Gaza

Israeli ministers Smotrich and Struck oppose the Security Cabinet's unanimous approval for the International Peace Council to enter Gaza, demanding a new vote. The cabinet had aut…

Smotrich and Struck Demand New Vote on International Peace Council Entry to Gaza
SecurityAug 2, 2026·6 outlets

Uganda Unveils Monument to Yonatan Netanyahu 50 Years After Entebbe Rescue Operation

Uganda unveiled a statue honoring Yonatan Netanyahu at Entebbe Airport, marking 50 years since the 1976 Israeli rescue operation where he was killed. The ceremony, led by Uganda's…

Uganda Unveils Monument to Yonatan Netanyahu 50 Years After Entebbe Rescue Operation
PoliticsAug 1, 2026

Seven Candidates Vie to Lead UN as Next Secretary-General in 2027

Seven candidates are competing to become the next UN Secretary-General starting January 2027, with Rafael Grossi of Argentina among the frontrunners. The selection requires suppor…

PoliticsJul 31, 2026

Rebecca Greenspan Leads UN Secretary-General Race as First Jewish Woman Candidate

Rebecca Greenspan, former Costa Rican Vice President and daughter of Holocaust survivors, leads the UN Security Council's initial poll to become the next UN Secretary-General, pot…

SecurityJul 30, 2026

Hamas Nears Agreement to Gradually Disarm in Gaza Amid International Mediation

Hamas is close to agreeing to gradually disarm and relinquish control of Gaza under a deal mediated by Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey. The agreement includes phased weapon handover, Ara…

SecurityJul 29, 2026

Israeli Border Communities Demand Hamas Disarmament Before Gaza Reconstruction Begins

Israeli border communities oppose the Security Cabinet’s approval for international forces to enter Gaza for reconstruction without Hamas disarmament. Local leaders and ministers…

SecurityJul 27, 2026

Netanyahu Flies to Washington to Discuss Iran and Regional Security with Trump

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu flew from Nevatim Airbase to Washington to meet President Donald Trump, focusing on Iran and regional security. Ahead of the trip, Netanyahu vowe…

Netanyahu Flies to Washington to Discuss Iran and Regional Security with Trump
SecurityJul 26, 2026·3 outlets

Israeli Security Officials Warn International Stabilization Force in Gaza Could Weaken IDF and Empower Hamas

Israeli security officials warn that the international stabilization force entering Gaza could limit the IDF's operational freedom and strengthen Hamas, despite political approval…

Israeli Security Officials Warn International Stabilization Force in Gaza Could Weaken IDF and Empower Hamas
SecurityJul 26, 2026

Netanyahu Vows to Oppose U.S. Demands for Withdrawals Amid Gaza Peace Council Approval

Prime Minister Netanyahu told the Security Cabinet he will oppose U.S. demands for Israeli withdrawals in Gaza, Syria, and Lebanon. The Cabinet approved the U.S.-backed Peace Coun…

Netanyahu Vows to Oppose U.S. Demands for Withdrawals Amid Gaza Peace Council Approval
SecurityJul 26, 2026

Israeli Cabinet Approves Limited Deployment of International Stabilization Force in Gaza

Israel's cabinet approved a limited international stabilization force in Gaza, coordinated with the IDF and requiring high-level approvals, involving about 200 personnel from alli…

Israeli Cabinet Approves Limited Deployment of International Stabilization Force in Gaza
CultureJul 26, 2026

Israeli Chefs Revive Hidden Jewish Culinary Traditions in Unique Food Festival

The Museum of the Jewish People in Israel is hosting a week-long culinary festival from July 26 to 31, showcasing traditional dishes from small Jewish communities worldwide, inclu…

GeneralJul 24, 2026

Israeli Explorer Isaac Carmeli Encounters Lost Tribe Claiming Jewish Roots in Uganda

Israeli explorer Isaac Carmeli met members of Uganda's Jinja tribe, who claim Jewish descent, and heard them recite the Shema prayer near the Nile sources.

HealthJul 15, 2026·2 outlets

New Studies Explore Coconut Oil and Catnip as Natural Mosquito Repellents

New research shows that catnip oil and chemically processed coconut oil compounds can repel mosquitoes as effectively as DEET in some cases, offering potential natural alternative…

HealthJul 13, 2026

UK Approves Human Trials for New Ebola Vaccine Amid Deadly Congo Outbreak

The UK has approved human trials for a new Ebola vaccine developed by Oxford scientists, to be tested amid a deadly outbreak in Congo that has killed 625 people. The vaccine uses…

PoliticsJul 12, 2026

Robert Downey Jr. Slams NYC Mayor Mamdani Over Immigrant Enclave Map Omissions

Actor Robert Downey Jr. condemned NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani for excluding iconic ethnic neighborhoods like Little Italy from a city map of immigrant enclaves. The mayor defended th…

Robert Downey Jr. Slams NYC Mayor Mamdani Over Immigrant Enclave Map Omissions
SecurityJul 9, 2026

Veterans of Entebbe Raid, Including Severely Wounded Fighter, Boycott 50th Anniversary Ceremony Over Netanyahu

Thirty-six veterans of the 1976 Entebbe raid, including the most severely wounded soldier Sorin Hershko and former hostage Beni Davidson, are boycotting the 50th anniversary cerem…

SecurityJul 9, 2026

Israeli President Herzog Honors Graduates at Air Force Pilot Course Completion Ceremony

Israel's President Isaac Herzog and other top officials attended the July 9 graduation of the 192nd Air Force pilot course at Hatzor Airbase, honoring the cadets who trained entir…

Israeli President Herzog Honors Graduates at Air Force Pilot Course Completion Ceremony
HealthJul 9, 2026

Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo Reaches 600 Deaths Amid Spread Concerns

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has caused 600 deaths and nearly 1,800 infections, spreading across multiple provinces with concerns over further expansion…

GeneralJul 8, 2026·3 outlets

Investigation Questions Authenticity of Australian Influencer’s Gaza Aid Campaign

Australian influencer Lily Jay Hinson’s humanitarian aid videos for children in Gaza and Africa are under scrutiny after an ABC investigation found signs of AI manipulation and un…

GeneralJul 8, 2026

Prime Minister Netanyahu’s Son Yair Changes Name to Jonathan Hon

Yair Netanyahu, son of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has legally changed his name to Jonathan Hon, honoring his late uncle Yonatan Netanyahu. The change was confirmed…

PoliticsJul 7, 2026

MK Yaakov Asher Warns Israel Faces Spiritual Threat Alongside Security Challenges

MK Yaakov Asher warned in the Knesset that Israel faces a spiritual threat from distancing itself from Torah observance, alongside security challenges. He stressed that the Jewish…

MK Yaakov Asher Warns Israel Faces Spiritual Threat Alongside Security Challenges
SportsJul 6, 2026

Hapoel Tel Aviv Extends Forward Ish Wainwright's Contract Through 2028

Hapoel Tel Aviv has extended forward Ish Wainwright's contract through the 2027/28 season. The American-Ugandan player has been key to the team's recent EuroCup win and EuroLeague…

GeneralJul 6, 2026

Sophia Lee Nears Record as Youngest Person to Visit Every Country Worldwide

Sophia Lee, who started solo traveling at 13, is close to becoming the youngest person to visit every UN-recognized country. At 20, she has visited 186 countries and is nine short…

PoliticsJul 5, 2026

Benjamin Ze'ev Herzl's Legacy Marked on Memorial Day with 10 Key Facts

Benjamin Ze'ev Herzl, the founder of modern Zionism, is commemorated today with key facts highlighting his legal and literary background, pivotal experiences, diplomatic efforts…

GeneralJul 3, 2026

Yitzhak Carmeli Explores Nile River in Search of Lost Ten Tribes of Israel

Yitzhak Carmeli journeys to the Nile River in Africa to investigate the location of the lost Ten Tribes of Israel, clarifying the river's sources and sharing his travel experience…

SecurityJul 3, 2026

Israeli Air Force Overcomes Massive Challenges in Entebbe Hostage Rescue Operation

In 1976, Israel’s Air Force played a crucial role in the daring Entebbe hostage rescue, flying low and undetected over hostile territory to land commandos at Entebbe Airport. Desp…

Israeli Air Force Overcomes Massive Challenges in Entebbe Hostage Rescue Operation
SecurityJul 1, 2026·3 outlets

International Force for Gaza Stabilization Advances with New Countries in Talks

An international stabilization force for Gaza is advancing with new countries in talks, aiming to deploy 5,000 troops initially after Hamas disarms. Reconstruction planning is und…

SecurityJul 1, 2026

Entebbe Hostage Survivor Recalls Trauma on Sixth Birthday and Reflects on October 7 Hostages

A survivor of the 1976 Entebbe hostage crisis, kidnapped on his sixth birthday, shared his traumatic experience and reflected on the recent October 7 hostages' ordeal.