July 05, 2023
Uganda: Increasing Tax On Diapers Is Retrogressive
Taxes are a core source of revenue for the government to fund the provision of public services and the day-to-day running of the nation. Read more »
Uganda: New Strategy to Bolster Agri-Food Systems Unveiled
The Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (Agra), an organisation that seeks to transform African agriculture, has launched a new five-year strategy to boost the… Read more »
Uganda: What Caused President Museveni's Change of Heart On Electoral Offences?
The recent call by President Museveni to investigate allegations of electoral fraud and violence in the Bukedea district chairperson elections has raised concerns among critics and… Read more »
Uganda: Fufa's Assemblies Are Farces Disguised As Football Development
The upcoming Fufa general assembly set to be held in Moroto once again raises concerns about the true intentions and transparency of the federation. Read more »
June 26, 2023
Uganda: Kampala Traders Appreciate Ura's Engagement Efforts
Traders through the Kampala City Traders Association (KACITA) have appreciated Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) for choosing to engage them before enforcing tax laws or closing down… Read more »
June 21, 2023
Africa: The Sour Milk of Africa's Aging Leaders
African leaders came together last week in the manner of a well-oiled enterprise dedicated to the art of futility. The African Peace Mission sought to make peace between Russia and… Read more »
June 19, 2023
Uganda: Museveni Sends More Ugandan Troops Into DRC to 'Pursue ADF Rebels'
Uganda President Yoweri Museveni on Sunday ordered more troops into the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to pursue Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) rebels believed to have killed… Read more »
Uganda: A Day At Nelson Mandela Museum Is a Story to Tell
"We have the most famous street in the world," says Thulani Mphela, our guide. "This is the only street in the world with two Nobel Prize winners. No other street in the world… Read more »
June 14, 2023
Uganda: Budget 2023/24 - Breakdown of Key Highlights
Ahead of the reading of the national budget by the minister of Finance on June 15, 2023, as required by the Public Finance Management Act 2015, Section 13(3); the minister, on… Read more »
Uganda: Water Weed Threatens Fish, Tourism in Kazinga Channel
A rapidly spreading water weed known as water hyacinth (scientifically called pontederia crassipes) is becoming a problem in the Kazinga channel, which connects lakes Edward and… Read more »
Uganda: Health Ministry Official Calls for More Funding to Red Cross
Dr Daniel Kyabayinze, director of Public Health at ministry of Health, has called for more government financial support to Uganda Red Cross Society (URCS). Read more »
Uganda: Smart Cities Should Embrace Women Street Vendors
Last year, Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), a member of the Africa Smart Towns Network (ASToN), hurriedly implemented the concept of smart cities, contrary to the core smart… Read more »
June 10, 2023
Uganda: Here's What Uganda's CEOs Can Learn From Boda Bodas
Last week, two companies with operations in the country organised a small event that largely went unnoticed. At the event, the chief executive of a telecom company received a fully… Read more »
Uganda: Conventional Farming Has Worsened Food Insecurity in Uganda - Experts
Conventional farming, the practice of applying synthetic fertilizers and chemicals in gardens to increase crop yields, control pests and weeds has contributed to food insecurity in… Read more »
June 05, 2023
Uganda: 4 Ugandan Athletes, Officials Miss World Mountain Championships Over Visas
Two Ugandan female athletes, a coach, and the physiotherapist have failed to travel to Innsbruck-Stubai, Austria for the 2023 World Mountain and Trail Championships due to visa… Read more »
May 23, 2023
Uganda: Morgan Heritage Return to Uganda for a Cause
The last time the Grammy award-winning reggae band Morgan Heritage was in Uganda was in 2017 for their concert that was held at Lugogo Cricket Oval. Read more »
May 18, 2023
Uganda: Diamond Platnumz Returns for Comedy Store Fundraiser
On his fourth performance in Uganda, Tanzanian singing star and one of Africa's most acclaimed artistes, Diamond Platnumz, is set to headline a concert organized by Comedy Store… Read more »
May 17, 2023
Uganda: Uganda Will Soon Export More Value Than It Imports - UNBS
Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) has announced that the country will soon export more products than it imports, and be free from substandard products in the next few… Read more »
Uganda: What Govt's Limiting of Tax Losses Means for Businesses
The recently gazetted Income Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2023 proposes to limit the tax losses available for carry forward by a taxpayer to five years. Read more »
Uganda: Violence - Persons Should First Pass Mental Test to Hold a Firearm
The recent spate of gun violence in the country has made the public anxious. Read more »
Uganda: Make Regular Mental Health Checkups for High-Risk Professionals
Recent tragedies involving trusted professionals turning their weapons on innocent individuals have exposed a critical issue that demands immediate attention: the dire need for… Read more »
Uganda: Environmentalists Want Mandela Millers Prosecuted Over Busega Wetland Encroachment
Environment Shield, a civic organisation, has petitioned the National Environment Management Authority (Nema) calling for the prosecution of the proprietors of Mandela Millers and… Read more »
May 07, 2023
Uganda: Journalist Atuhaire Wins EU Human Rights Defenders Award
Freelance investigative journalist cum-lawyer Agatha Atuhaire has won this year's European Union (EU) Human Rights Defenders Award. Read more »
April 12, 2023
Uganda: U.S.$1 Million Electricity Project Goes Live
A $1 million (Shs 3.7 billion) project to ensure reliable electricity supply to consumers in Butabika, Mutungo, Luzira and Kitintale has gone live. Read more »
Uganda: Weaning Graduates Off the Bank of Mum and Dad
As many teenagers enter young adulthood (20-plus), it begins registering that their parents will not always be their meal ticket. Read more »