September 19
Uganda: Rural Schools Faces Struggles to Meet Nutritional Standards
Nile Post
Schools have reopened across Uganda, and rural families are struggling to meet new nutritional expectations proposed by the Minister of Education and Sports, Janet Museveni. Read more »
Uganda: Island District Leaders Call for Policy Change On Seed Schools to Address Water Transport Challenges
Nile Post
The officials said parents are reluctant to send their children to these schools due to the necessity for daily water transport Read more »
Uganda: Election Shock - Iranian Hackers Funnel Trump's Secrets to Biden Allies!
Nile Post
Iranian hackers stole sensitive information from Donald Trump's electoral campaign and funnelled it to people linked to Joe Biden's team, according to the FBI and U.S. intelligence… Read more »
Uganda: Pdm Leaders Abandon Roles in Sembabule Amid Challenges and Accusations
Nile Post
Faizal Sseluwagi, the Deputy RDC for Sembabule District, called on public servants to ensure the PDM serves everyone fairly. Read more »
Uganda: Fishing Communities Call for Clarity On Fisheries Regulations
Nile Post
Members of Parliament representing Uganda's fishing communities have appealed to Hellen Adoa, Minister of State for Fisheries, to speed up the enactment of regulations to… Read more »
Uganda: Minister Kabyanga Urges Headteachers to Prioritise ICT
Nile Post
The minister expressed concern over the inadequate availability of ICT equipment and the lack of computer skills among students. Read more »
Uganda: General Kateitwa Laid to Rest With Full Military Honours
Nile Post
Gen Kateitwa passed away on September 13 in a car accident along the Masaka-Kampala highway while returning from Kisoro, where he attended the burial of the late State Minister… Read more »
Uganda: Man Found Dead in Family Well After Calling On Mother
Nile Post
Fred Mutesasira called on his mother at her home in Bruhane Zone in Kinoni Town Council, Lwengo District, but hours later his body was found floating in the family well. Read more »
Uganda: In Bukomansimbi, Moneylenders Are Reaping Off Coffee Farmers
Nile Post
The farmers are seeking increased investment in associations to shield them from unfair deals that threaten both their livelihoods and the quality of Uganda's coffee, a key… Read more »
Uganda: Parliament Considers Healthy Living - The Debate On Snacks
Nile Post
In the wake of the sudden death of Minister Sarah Mateke on September 7, 2023, members of Parliament have engaged in a significant debate regarding the presence of snacks during… Read more »
Uganda: Parliament Demands Action On Disasters
Nile Post
Parliament has taken a strong stance on the country's disaster management, with Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa directing the government to present a comprehensive report on disaster… Read more »
Uganda: Vendors Abandon Hoima Market, Cite Lack of Customers
Nile Post
Despite complaints to city authorities, vendors allege that leaders prioritize revenue from these external markets over those inside, contributing to their losses. Read more »
Uganda: Ivy Maingi Appointed New General Manager for Glovo Uganda
Nile Post
Glovo Uganda has announced the appointment of Ivy Maingi as its new General Manager. Read more »
September 18
Uganda: Rebecca Cheptegei Laid to Rest in Home Village in Bukwo
Independent (Kampala)
Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei, who tragically died after allegedly being set on fire by her former boyfriend in Kenya, was on Sept.14 laid to rest at her ancestral home in… Read more »
Uganda: In a Reactionary Parliamentary, Sambusa Is Made to Pay for Minister's Death
Nile Post
Rather than debate policies to boost efforts to combat NCDs and find a solution to the lack of a national health insurance policy for all, MPs on Tuesday opted to fault sambusa and… Read more »
East Africa: Kenya's Femicide Cases - 'Declare a Crisis Now' [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Ugandan athlete and Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei died in September 2024 after being set alight by a man she knew in Eldoret, Kenya. Cheptegei's murder was reported to have been about… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Moves to Develop Crimean Congo Fever Vaccine
Nile Post
The Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI) in collaboration with MRC/UVRI & LSHTM Uganda Research Unit have launched project that will culminate into the development of a… Read more »
Uganda: Kampala Chokes On Garbage - Lukwago
Nile Post
We have been chased away by the nearby authorities, and all this is well witnessed Read more »
Uganda: World Patient Safety Day - Diagnostic Errors Cited As Major Cause of Preventable Harm
Nile Post
In recognition of World Patient Safety Day, the World Health Organization (WHO) Uganda has brought attention to the critical issue of diagnostic errors, which account for 16% of… Read more »
Uganda: Why Women Stay Silent in Toxic Relationships - Unspoken Pressures and Fears
Nile Post
Many women remain silent in toxic relationships due to societal pressures, personal fears, and emotional complexities. This silence is significant: studies show that about 35% of… Read more »
Uganda: Minister Kasolo Raises Concern Over Poor Implementation of PDM in Buvuma
Nile Post
The State Minister for Microfinance, Haruna Kyeyune Kasolo, has raised concerns regarding the whereabouts of funds allocated for the monitoring of the Parish Development Model… Read more »
Uganda: District, Municipal Leaders Present 2025/26 Budget Priorities
Nile Post
In preparation for the 2025/2026 financial year, the Ministry of Finance has initiated a series of consultative meetings with district and municipal leaders to gather input on… Read more »
Uganda: Pakwach MP Advocates for Mandatory Medical Checkups for Legislators
Nile Post
The Woman Mp for Pakwach Jane Avur Pacuto, is pushing for mandatory medical checkups for Members of Parliament. Read more »
Uganda: Outgoing Unicef Country Representative Bids Farewell to Foreign Affairs Minister
Nile Post
The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Gen Jeje Odongo has met with Dr. Munir Safieldin, UNICEF's outgoing Country Representative for Uganda, as he concludes his tour of duty in the… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Signs Agreement to Host African Water and Sanitation Academy
Nile Post
The government of Uganda and the African Water and Sanitation Association (AfWASA) have signed a host agreement for the African Water and Sanitation Academy (AWASA), solidifying… Read more »