April 10
Uganda: Economists Tip Tourism Ministry to Leverage Complimentary Budgeting Amid Proposed Cuts
Nile Post
Prominent economist Dr Fred Muhumuza has issued a challenge to government entities, particularly the Ministry of Tourism, to explore complimentary budgeting strategies amidst… Read more »
Uganda: Unclaimed Passports Create Backlog At Immigration Offices
Nile Post
The Ugandan Directorate of Immigration is facing a storage crisis due to a significant backlog of uncollected passports. Over 50,000 passports, dating back to 2018, are sitting… Read more »
Uganda: Belgium Pledges Support for Uganda's Universities in Research and Innovation
Nile Post
The Government of Belgium has committed financial and technical assistance to support research, agriculture, innovation, and tourism initiatives in the country's public… Read more »
Uganda: Could Nup Political Tensions Be Rising Following the Snubs of Yesterday's Alternative Budget By Mpuuga?
Nile Post
Political tensions within the National Unity Platform (NUP) ghostly seem to have escalated following the second consecutive snub by Opposition Commissioner of Parliament, Mathias… Read more »
April 09
Uganda: President Museveni Extends Byabashaija's Term As Prisons Chief
Independent (Kampala)
President Yoweri Museveni announced the reappointment of Johnson Byabashaija as the Commissioner General of Prisons for an additional two-year term. This decision follows the… Read more »
East Africa: East Africa's Retail Boom [analysis]
Independent (Kampala)
Retail is emerging among the most vibrant sectors of the East African economy. Kenya's capital city, Nairobi, has not only become an important retail market in its own right but a… Read more »
Uganda: Airtel Pays Out SHS 35 Billion to UCC to Support Rural Infrastructure Dev't
Observer
Airtel Uganda has paid Shs 34.8 billion to the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) to support the country's communication infrastructure development. Read more »
April 08
Africa: How (Not) to Talk About Sex in Africa [blog]
CFR
It is time the LGBTQ+ coalition changed its strategy on the continent. Read more »
Uganda: Muslims to Celebrate Eid On Wednesday
Nile Post
Tuesday will mark the final day of the Holy Month of Ramadan Read more »
Southern Africa: Uganda Excluded From Physical Attendance At Geneva Human Rights Meetings
Nile Post
The chairperson of the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC), Mariam Wangadya has revealed that Uganda has been barred from physically participating in human rights meetings held… Read more »
Uganda: Bill Clinton, and Cyril Ramaphosa Join Rwandans in Commemorating 30 Years Since the Genocide
Nile Post
Former US President Bill Clinton and South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa joined Rwandans in commemorating the 30th anniversary of the genocide. Read more »
Uganda: Number of Uncollected Passports Again Swells to 50,000
Nile Post
The Ministry of Internal Affairs has again reported an increase in the number of uncollected passports, particularly at their centre at Kyambogo in Kampala. Read more »
Uganda: Let Muhoozi Rid Army of Corruption, Impunity
Nile Post
Late last month, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba took over as Chief of Defense Forces (CDF), with predecessor Wilson Mbadi being assigned the docket of State minister for Trade,… Read more »
Uganda: Kabale Launches Sanitation Week
Nile Post
The national Sanitation Week 2024 is being commemorated under the theme, "Sanitation and hygiene for all; a key to sustainable health living". Read more »
Uganda: Vinka Treats Super Fans to an Exclusive Tusker Malt Conversessions Watch Party
Nile Post
The highly anticipated season finale of Tusker Malt Conversessions reached its climax with an exclusive watch party organized by Vinka Boss Man Jah. Read more »
Uganda: 'We Do Not Know Where They Are,' Government Says As Nup Demands Missing Persons
Nile Post
The National Unity Platform (NUP) is embroiled in a heated legal battle with the Ugandan government. The party accuses the government of kidnapping 18 of its members and is… Read more »
Uganda: URA to Open an Operational Office in the Kikuubo Business Area Aimed At Educating Traders About Efris Services
Nile Post
In January 2021, URA implemented EFRIS to tackle tax administration issues associated with business transactions and receipt issuance. Read more »
Uganda: Rukungiri Is Not for NRM, Says Besigye
Nile Post
Four-time presidential candidate Kizza Besigye, together with his FDC-Katonga faction leaders, are confident that in 2026 there will be no NRM in Rukungiri District. Read more »
Uganda: Mubaje Calls for the Reduction of Piped Water Costs to Worship Places
Nile Post
Sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje, the Mufti of Uganda, has appealed to the management of the National Water & Sewage Corporation to reconsider reducing the costs of water supply… Read more »
Uganda: MTN Uganda Launches Computer Lab for Gulu High School
Nile Post
Telecom company, MTN Uganda, in a strategic collaboration with Sense International Uganda, has launched an assistive technology computer lab at Gulu High School. Read more »
Uganda: UCAA Apologises for Water Incident At Entebbe International Airport Car Parking
Nile Post
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) has issued an apology to the public and users of Entebbe International Airport facilities following an incident where the airport parking… Read more »
Uganda: Keep Your Focus On Education, Bishop Gad Tells Boys
Nile Post
The Bishop of Kigezi Diocese, the Right Reverend Gaddie Akanjuna, has challenged young boys in Kabale District to prioritise education over the allure of quick-money jobs. Read more »
Uganda: URA Urged to Address 15 Percent Withholding Tax On Members' Dividends
Nile Post
Savings and credit cooperative organizations (Saccos) in Uganda have called upon the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) to clarify the 15% withholding tax imposed on members' dividends… Read more »
Uganda: Why Police Is Investigating PS Geraldine Ssali for 'Slapping' Ministry Lawyer
Independent (Kampala)
Police are investigating reports that Trade Ministry Permanent Secretary, Geraldine Ssali assaulted the Ministry's legal officer, Sandra Anena Karen last week. Read more »
April 07
Uganda: Bukomansimbi Goat Traders Frustrated With Prolonged Quarantine
Nile Post
In Kigangazi Town Council, Bukomansimbi District, a rift has emerged between goat traders and local authorities following the prolonged cattle quarantine affecting the town's… Read more »