August 26, 2023
Uganda: Police Name Roads With Most Drunk Drivers in Kampala
Police have named the roads where the biggest number of drunk drivers in Kampala are found. Read more »
August 27, 2023
Africa: Is the BRICS Group Shaping up to Challenge U.S. Leadership?
The announced expansion of the five-nation Brics club of emerging economies was described as "historic" by Chinese President Xi Jinping, but it is still not clear how far the… Read more »
August 25, 2023
Uganda: Who Is Behind the Digital Number Plates Deal?
The persistent entanglement of controversy and government projects has raised eyebrows and fueled widespread frustration as the scandal surrounding the digitalized number plates… Read more »
Uganda: 'They Are for Dead White People,' Museveni Warns Ugandans Against Second-Hand Clothes
President Museveni has warned Ugandans against buying and using imported second-hand clothes termed mivumba. According to President Museveni, such clothes are gathered from… Read more »
Uganda: Shell Expands Its Network in Uganda With 10 New Fuel Stations
Today at it's Ndagire Road branch in Kampala, Vivo Energy Uganda, the company that distributes and markets Shell-branded fuels and lubricants announced the addition of ten new… Read more »
Uganda: Nigerian Royals, and Investors Arrive in the Country for Museveni 50th Wedding Anniversary Celebrations
At the invitation of His Excellency the President, Four Kings and a Queen from Nigeria and investors are in the country to attend the Golden Jubilee wedding anniversary… Read more »
August 24, 2023
Uganda: Court Orders Airtel Uganda to Pay Shs670m to Jamaican Singer Konshens for Copyright Infringement
The High Court in Kampala has ordered Airtel Uganda to pay general damages of $180,000 (about 670M) to Jamaican singer Garfield Spence alias Konshens for copyright infringement. Read more »
Uganda: Understaffing At National Animal Genetic Resource Centre Causes Concern
The Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE) is perturbed by the staffing woes at the National Animal Genetic Resources Centre and Data Bank… Read more »
Uganda: The BRICS Summit Should Tackle Climate Change and Energy Security
This week, Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (BRICS) will be convening in Johannesburg for the 15th BRICS Summit under the theme, BRICS and Africa: Partnership for… Read more »
August 23, 2023
Uganda: Architect Who Designed State House, Mapeera, Christ the King is Dead
The death of Architect Henry William Sentoogo who passed on on August 21, 2023 struck hard the architect fraternity in and outside the country for his tremendous contribution to… Read more »
Uganda: UNDP Partners With Ugandan Universities and Coffee Hubs to Boost Coffee Value Addition
In a bid to harness the economic potential of coffee and empower the youth, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) announced its commitment to fostering collaborations… Read more »
Uganda: MP Basalirwa Threatens Legal Action Against World Bank for Suspending Loans to Uganda
Bugiri Municipality MP, Asuman Basalirwa, has announced his intention to sue the World Bank after they suspended the issuance of loans to Uganda following the enactment of the… Read more »
Uganda: Tayebwa Declines House Debate on World Bank Loan Suspension
Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa has declined to allow Members of Parliament (MPs) to hold a debate on the World Bank's suspension of new loans to Uganda. Read more »
Uganda: Ugandan Exporters Strive to Overcome Financing Challenges and Enter European Markets
The landscape of global export markets is rapidly evolving, driven by factors such as traceability, quality standards, and the increasing demand for goods. Read more »
Uganda: Bus Transporting 70 Pupils Catches Fire
A Kakise bus carrying pupils and teachers returning from a school festival caught fire and burnt almost to ashes early Tuesday morning. Read more »
August 22, 2023
Uganda: Uganda's Brainchild BWC Named Best PR and Digital Agency At Global African Excellence Awards
Brainchild BCW, a public relations, digital, and events agency has been named the best PR and digital agency at the African Excellence awards that seek to recognize outstanding… Read more »
Uganda: UMA, UIA Form Partnership to Promote Insurance Awareness for Businesses
The chairman of the Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) Deo Kayemba, has reaffirmed their commitment of to collaborate with the Uganda Insurers Association (UIA) in developing a… Read more »
Uganda: Revamped UTEL Gives Govt a Fresh Chance to Grab Marketshare
As Uganda re-enters the telecommunications sector with a strategic investment in UTEL, industry experts raise concerns about the company's approach to not only achieve… Read more »
Uganda: Tax Experts Applaud President Museveni's Approval of Tax Bills for Progressive Taxation Regime
Tax experts have commended President Yoweri Museveni for signing into law eight tax bills that are anticipated to establish a more progressive and equitable taxation regime in… Read more »
August 21, 2023
Uganda: Economic Forum Points the Way Forward to Post-Covid Recovery
Amidst the ongoing challenges catalyzed by the aftermath of Covid-19, the highly anticipated 2nd edition of the Uganda Economic Forum emerged as a beacon of hope and collaboration. Read more »
Uganda: UG Economic Forum 2nd Edition Kicks Off At Next Media Park
The eagerly anticipated second edition of the Ugandan Economic Forum was launched today at Next Media Park, drawing business leaders, policymakers, and experts to discuss… Read more »
August 22, 2023
Uganda: Experts Front Agriculture in the Ug Economic Forum to Drive Economic Growth
The second edition of the UG Economic Forum has been launched, with focus on helping businesses grow in the post-Covid era and using agriculture as a key driver of the economy. Read more »
August 21, 2023
Uganda: Uganda Loses 87 People to Road Accidents in One Week
Police has revealed that 87 people lost lost their lives in road accidents between August 12 and August 19, 2023. Read more »
Uganda: Police Start Operations of Entebbe-Expressway, Targeting Those Driving Above 100kph
The Uganda Police will start operations this week at the Kampala-Entebbe expressway specifically targeting traffic offenders on speed limits. Read more »
Uganda: Nile Breweries Trains 1000 Barley Farmers in Financial Literacy
In a bid to accelerate financial literacy and inclusion among barley farmers in Kabale and Rubanda Districts, Nile Breweries Limited (NBL) has equipped over 1,000 farmers in the… Read more »