World Health Organization Advises Updated Vaccine Composition to Tackle SARS-CoV-2 Evolution
Nile Post
In a recent update from the World Health Organization (WHO), it has been highlighted that SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, continues to circulate and evolve, posing… Read more »
Lukaya Devastated By Floods - Community Appeals for Urgent Help
Nile Post
Lukaya town in Uganda lies in ruins after devastating floods ripped through the community. Blamed on clogged waterways and environmental neglect, the floodwaters have brought… Read more »
Leaders Warn Against Hiding People With Disabilities During Census
Nile Post
With only a few days left until the census night, leaders in the Wakiso district have urged the population to include individuals with disabilities in the enumeration exercise. Read more »
National Census - Ugandans in Diaspora to Be Counted Digitally, Says UBOS
Nile Post
The Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) has revealed that Ugandans living abroad will be recorded during the forthcoming national census. Read more »
Over 200 Acts to Perform At Vumbula Festival
Observer
At least 200 acts are slated to perform at this year's Vumbula Uganda festival, which will take place at Nile Nest Resort, Jinja from May 31 to June 3. Read more »
70 Arrested in Major Crackdown On Kira, Namugongo Criminals
Nile Post
Police have successfully apprehended 70 suspects in a coordinated operation targeting criminal activity along the northern bypass and surrounding areas within Kiira Road and… Read more »
National Population Census - Ugandans Urged to Give Accurate Information
Nile Post
Uganda is on the cusp of its sixth national census, but this time with a twist: it's going digital! Scheduled to begin on May 9th, 2024, the 10-day exercise aims to gather… Read more »
Census - Govt Declares Friday Public Holiday
Nile Post
The government has declared Friday May 10 a public holiday to enable citizens to fully participate in the sixth National Housing and Population Census. Read more »
Govt Exempts Electric Vehicle Makers From Stamp Duty
Independent (Kampala)
Companies manufacturing electric vehicles, electric batteries, or electric vehicle charging equipment or fabricator of a frame and body of an electric vehicle; and employ 80… Read more »
Algae Chokes Lake, Leaves Kasensero Residents At Crossroads
Nile Post
The tranquil waters of Lake Victoria have turned into a battleground for survival in Kasensero, a bustling fishing community nestled along its shores in Kyotera District. Read more »
Uganda At Risk of Catastrophic Flooding As Kenya and Tanzania Struggle
Nile Post
The Leader of Opposition, Joel Ssenyonyi has called on the government to provide an update to Ugandans regarding their preparedness to prevent a potential climatic catastrophe… Read more »
Uganda Takes Strides in Fight Against HIV/Aids
Nile Post
Dr. Daniel Byamukama, the head of HIV Prevention at Uganda AIDS Commission has shed light on the nation's ongoing battle against HIV/AIDS. Read more »
Parliament Demands Statement On Karuma Bridge
Independent (Kampala)
Members of Parliament have asked government to provide the likely implications of restricted access to Karuma bridge, which has been found to be compromised. Read more »
Is There Witchcraft in Football, or We Are Just Being Africans?
Observer
Drama ensued at the Masindi Municipal stadium on April 19, when Kitara FC hosted Vipers SC in the Uganda Premier League. Read more »
Forced From the Flock - LGBTQ+ Believers Are Being Pushed Out of Churches in Uganda
Global Press Journal
"The gospel that is being preached on the pulpit these days is just meant to insult and belittle us," says a Ugandan churchgoer. Read more »