June 16
Uganda: Very Unfortunate - Bobi Speaks On Violent Re-Arrest of Akamba
In a disturbing incident at the Anti-Corruption Court yesterday, a National Resistance Movement (NRM) legislator Paul Akamba was violently re-arrested shortly after being granted… Read more »
June 13
Uganda: Uganda Gets Shs350bn for Refugees, Climate Change Programs From Denmark
Uganda is set to receive shs350 billion (USD 95 million) from Denmark for climate change, refugee programs and civic space support. Read more »
June 05
Uganda: Ugandan Cadets Commissioned, Poised to Defend Nation and Region
Over 700 officer cadets, including international students from Tanzania and Mali, culminated their year of rigorous training at Uganda's Basic Military Training School with a… Read more »
May 16
Uganda: Govt Mulls Ban On Security-Like Attires
In a heated debate surrounding the legality and implications of wearing attire resembling security uniforms, the government is contemplating a ban on the importation of cloth… Read more »
Uganda: Implication of Govt Crackdown On Civilians Donning Military Attire
The recent government crackdown on the National Unity Platform (NUP) for their signature berets and overalls has sparked a broader debate over the regulation of attire resembling… Read more »
May 17
West Africa: Worshippers Locked in Nigeria Mosque and Set On Fire
BBC | At least 11 worshippers have been killed and dozens others injured after a man attacked a mosque in Nigeria's northern Kano state, police say. Read more »
Uganda: Nabbanja to Mediate in Pader Leadership Wrangles
Having personally experienced the fight between the Pader District chairman Retired Colonel Fearless Obwoya and his RDC Milton Odong, Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has summoned… Read more »
May 16
Uganda: Recollecting the 2016 Attack On Rwenzururu Palace
The year 2016 bore witness to a dark chapter in the Kingdom of Rwenzururu where gross human rights violations occurred. What started as a clash between security forces and a… Read more »
Uganda: Analysts - Uganda Faces Uphill Task to Ensure Free and Fair 2026 Polls
As Uganda gears up for the 2026 elections, concerns loom large over the prospect of a truly free and fair democratic process. Read more »
May 14
Uganda: The Ripple Effect of Insecurity
Insecurity among nations, whether stemming from political unrest, terrorism, or economic instability, has far-reaching consequences that extend beyond borders. Read more »
Uganda: We Are Not Working With Russian Mercenaries to Hunt for Kony - ICC
The International Criminal Court has denied claims it is working with Russian mercenary group, Wagner to hunt for Lord's Resistance Army commander, Joseph Kony. Read more »
May 13
Rwanda: Rwanda Denies Involvement in Bujumbura Deadly Blasts
The Rwandan government has strongly rejected accusations that it facilitated grenade attacks that killed at least three people in the Burundian capital Bujumbura. Read more »
May 09
Uganda: West Nile Ex-Combatants Receive Resettlement Package, Minister Urges Responsible Use
In a ceremony held at Koboko district, the Ugandan government distributed a resettlement package valued at 5.1 billion shillings to 4,901 former combatants of the West Nile Bank… Read more »
May 06
Rwanda: Rwanda Rejects U.S. Blame for Attack On DRC Displaced Camp
The Rwandan government has rejected blame for Friday's attack on internally displaced people's camp in the eastern DR Congo city of Goma. Read more »
May 03
Uganda: Govt to Start Paying Ex-Rebels This Month, Shs5.1bn Earmarked
Government will next week start paying pay ex-combatants of West Nile Bank Front(WNBF) to a tune of shs5.1 billion. Read more »
East Africa: Ugandan Defense Minister Pledges Continued Support for Eastern Africa Standby Force
Uganda's unwavering commitment to the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF) was reaffirmed by the Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Honourable Jacob Marksons Oboth-Oboth.… Read more »
April 24
Uganda: Gen Muhoozi Addresses Troop Promotions, Military Strategy
In a momentous ceremony held at the main military base in Mbuya on Tuesday, the Chief of the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, presided over the… Read more »
April 18
Uganda: SFC Soldier Jailed for Life for Aggravated Robbery
Crime and punishment | A military court has convicted a Special Forces Command (SFC) soldier of murder and handed him a life sentence. Read more »
April 16
Uganda: Challenges Arise in Civilians Tried in Court Martials in Uganda
In a significant development within Uganda's legal landscape, the spotlight is now shining on the intricate challenges surrounding court martials involving civilians. Read more »
April 08
Uganda: 'We Do Not Know Where They Are,' Government Says As Nup Demands Missing Persons
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 »
Rwanda: Rwanda Reflects On 30 Years Since the 1994 Genocide - Observing a Solemn Week of Mourning
Rwanda's President, Paul Kagame, has emphasised that Rwanda's tragedy serves as a warning, highlighting the potential consequences of division and extremism if left unaddressed. Read more »
Uganda: Let Muhoozi Rid Army of Corruption, Impunity
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 »
April 07
Rwanda: World Let Us Down in Our Most Trying Moment - Kagame
Rwanda marked 30 years of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi on Sunday, kicking off a weeklong mourning period during which entertainment in whatever form, bars, sports and others… Read more »
March 27
Uganda: Uganda Launches Initiative to Expand Access to Off-Grid Solar Power in Refugee Communities
Uganda is taking significant strides towards achieving universal electricity access by 2040, with the launch of a groundbreaking financial project aimed at improving access to… Read more »
March 13
Somalia: UPDF Troops Lauded for Collaborative Efforts in Restoring Stability in Somalia's Barawe
Brig Gen Anthony Lukwago Mbusi, the Sector One commander of the UPDF troops serving under the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), has lauded troops in Barawe… Read more »