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Minister Balaam Moves to Tighten Control of Bars, Alcohol

Published by SoftPower News By Rogers Atukunda · 12 August 2026 at 15:35
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Minister Balaam Moves to Tighten Control of Bars, Alcohol
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KAMPALA — Minister in Charge of Local Government Balaam Barugahara Ateenyi has directed local government leaders to tighten regulation of bars and alcohol-selling establishments, including restricting their opening hours and preventing the sale of alcohol to people under 18. In a directive dated August 11, 2026, Balaam instructed LC5 chairpersons, city mayors, division mayors and […] The post Minister Balaam Moves to

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