Uganda: Over 47,000 Treated During UPDF Medical Camp in Kigezi

The Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF) has successfully concluded a comprehensive 12-day medical outreach in the Kigezi sub-region, delivering free healthcare services to more… Read more »

Uganda: UPDF Plants Over 30,000 Trees in Kigezi Ahead of 45th Tarehe Sita Anniversary

The UPDF has embarked on a large-scale environmental conservation and sanitation campaign across the Kigezi sub-region, planting more than 30,000 trees as part of the first phase… Read more »

Uganda: Over 3,000 Treated During UPDF Medical Camps in Karamoja

More than 3,000 people across the Karamoja sub-region have received free medical treatment as the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) conducts a week-long series of medical camps… Read more »

East Africa: Uganda Reaffirms Commitment to Syria's Recovery Efforts

Uganda has renewed its commitment to strengthening diplomatic and developmental cooperation with Syria, as government officials, diplomats and religious leaders gathered in Kampala… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: Analysts Question Washington-Brokered DRC-Rwanda Peace Deal

A peace agreement signed between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda in Washington has sparked sharp criticism from regional politicians, analysts and security… Read more »

Uganda: Minister Oryem Decries Rising Political Violence As Kampala Marks World Syrian Day

State Minister for Foreign Affairs Okello Oryem has sharply criticised the rising political violence overshadowing the 2026 presidential campaigns, describing recent clashes as… Read more »

East Africa: Rwanda-DR Congo Peace Deal - A Turning Point for the East African Community

The recent signing of a peace deal between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) marks a significant moment in the history of the East African Community (EAC). Read more »

West Africa: Benin Soldiers Announce Coup

Heavy and light gunfire rocked central Cotonou on Saturday as soldiers loyal to Lieutenant Colonel Pascal Tigri seized the national television station and declared a coup against… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Approves Plan for UPDF Barracks in Kibaale Forest to Counter ADF Threat

President Museveni has announced that the government will establish a UPDF barracks near Kibaale Forest in Kamwenge to strengthen security against possible Allied Democratic Forces… Read more »

Uganda: Bobi Accuses Police of Shielding Attackers in Gulu but Appeals for Calm

National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi has accused security forces of shielding individuals he alleges vandalised the party's offices in Gulu… Read more »

Uganda: Luweero Crash Claims Life of UPDF Soldier, Eight Injured

A Uganda People's Defence Forces soldier has died and eight others were injured in a fatal road crash in Kalule, Luweero District. Read more »

Uganda: Bukomansimbi South Elections Turn Violent As Rival Camps Clash

The parliamentary race in Bukomansimbi South has taken a violent turn after clashes between supporters of rival candidates left several people injured and at least one person… Read more »

Uganda: Buliisa Farmers Threaten to Demonstrate Over Elephant Incursions

Farming communities neighbouring Murchison Falls National Park (MFNP) in Buliisa district have threatened to demonstrate during a presidential visit over repeated elephant… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Boosts Forest Cover in Refugee-Hosting Districts Through Agroforestry Project

One of the biggest drivers of deforestation in Uganda is the high demand for fuelwood and charcoal, as people cut trees in protected and forested areas. Read more »

Uganda: Gen Muhoozi Inspects Next-Generation Trainer and Light Combat Aircraft

General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) of the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF), conducted an inspection of the L-39 Skyfox demonstrator at the UPDF Entebbe… Read more »

Uganda: West Nile Police Told to Boost Intelligence, Uphold Professionalism

The Regional Police Commander for West Nile, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Latif Zakke, has called on officers to heighten vigilance and strengthen general policing as the… Read more »

East Africa: Uganda Stops Granting Refugee Status to Ethiopians, Somalis, Eritreans

The Minister of Relief, Disaster Preparedness, and Refugees, Hilary Onek, has stated that the Ugandan government will no longer grant refugee status to citizens from countries that… Read more »

Uganda: St Mary's College Kisubi Old Boys Association to Honor CDF Gen Muhoozi for National , Community Service

The St Mary's College Kisubi Old Boys Association (SMACKOBA) has announced that the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Operations, General… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: Kagame Slams DR Congo Over Conflict, Calls Sanctions a 'Distraction From Mismanagement'

Rwandan President Paul Kagame delivered a scathing critique of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) government and the international community this week, dismissing diplomatic… Read more »

Uganda: Setting Dogs On Campaign Crowds - Uganda Police Finds a New Depth in Abyss

Just when Ugandans thought the Uganda Police Force (UPF) had exhausted all means of intimidation against opposition supporters, the force has unearthed a new depth straight from… Read more »

Uganda: Police Update Emergency Contacts to Combat Electoral Violence

The Uganda Police Force has intensified efforts to curb electoral violence and other related crimes during the ongoing election season. Read more »

Africa: Uganda Pushes for Peace, Security Investments At AU-EU Summit

Uganda has reiterated its support for multilateralism and called for increased investment in peace and security across Africa, Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja said on Tuesday . Read more »

Uganda: Buganda Leaders Share Governance Lessons With Visiting Nigerian Military Delegation

Buganda kingdom has warned against divisive politics, saying that such politics is the root cause of persistent conflict in many nations. Read more »

Uganda: Defence Minister Oboth-Oboth Receives New ICRC Regional Head, Pledges Uganda's Continued Cooperation

The Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Jacob Marksons Oboth-Oboth, has officially received the newly appointed Head of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda and Nigeria Deepen Military Ties During AFCSC Officers' Study Tour

The Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF) has hosted a delegation of 39 senior officers from the Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Nigeria (AFCSC), who are in Uganda as part… Read more »