August 01, 2023
Uganda: Time for Uganda's Scientists to Focus On Splitting Atoms to Manufacture Land
Uganda's atomic scientists and other related professionals should now probably focus on splitting atoms to manufacture land. This has been the unsuccessful call by many concerned… Read more »
Uganda: Africa's Tourism Industry On the Rebound
Following the COVID-19 pandemic crisis that left the tourism industry across the continent on the brink of collapse, the sector is said to be on the rebound, according to the… Read more »
July 31, 2023
Uganda: Phaneroo Shatters Guinness World Record for Longest Applause
In a dazzling display of unity, passion, and unwavering devotion, Phaneroo, a renowned religious organization, etched its name in history by breaking the Guinness World Record for… Read more »
Africa: Museveni, Muhoozi At Russia Africa Summit
President Yoweri Museveni and son, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, were part of a handful of African leaders at the Russia Africa summit in St. Petersburg held July 27-28 which most… Read more »
Uganda: Drilling for Oil Under Conservationist Spotlight
Drilling of production wells for both the Kingfisher and Tilenga oil projects has picked up pace in recent months ahead of first oil scheduled for 2025. Read more »
Uganda: For Money, the Media Allowed to Be Captured
The National Association of Broadcasters, media managers and experts, the ministries of Finance and that of ICT and National Guidance, are debating whether the government should… Read more »
July 29, 2023
Uganda: The Tragedy of Uganda's Opposition
The opposition in Uganda claim to have a broad strategic objective: to end dictatorship, incompetence, corruption, human rights abuses and build political institutions and… Read more »
July 28, 2023
Uganda: Meet the Young African Creatives Behind Disney's Kizazi Moto
Disney's 'Kizazi Moto: Generation Fire' is an anthology series blending various mythologies with sci-fi and fantasy. It consists of ten episodes created by talented African… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Talks Oil, Nuclear Power With Putin
President Yoweri Museveni Thursday evening held bilateral talks with his host President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum. Read more »
July 25, 2023
Uganda: Less Than 50% of Ugandan Entities Have Data Protection Policies - Ernst & Young
Less than half of local entities have data protection policies, strategies, and frameworks, a new report shows, signaling possible chances of data privacy breaches. Read more »
July 24, 2023
Uganda: Ugandans Struggling to Make Financial Transactions in Europe
Uganda's Financial Intelligence Authority (FIA) has come out to allay the fears of some Ugandans who in recent weeks have shared their frustration via social media about their… Read more »
July 23, 2023
Uganda: Male MPs Launch Platform to Advocate for Gender-Related Issues
Male Members of Parliament launched a platform dubbed the Uganda Men Parliamentary Association (UMEPA). The MPs said the forum will bring together Men in the house to advocate for… Read more »
Uganda: UPDF Summoned to Parliament
The Speaker of Parliament Anita Annet Among directed the Minister for Defense to provide an explanation for the Uganda People's Defense Forces (UPDF) establishing a private… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Invites South Africans to Explore Investment Opportunities
In a bid to increase trade with South Africa and invites businessmen with interest in East Africa to consider exploring Uganda's various business and investment opportunities,… Read more »
Uganda: Nema's Akankwasah Wins Abeto Peace Award 2023
The executive director of the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) Dr. Barirega Akankwasah is one of the eight awardees of the Always Be Tolerant Organisation (ABETO)… Read more »
July 18, 2023
Uganda: Nile Special Wins 'Most Admired Ugandan Alcoholic Beverages Brand'
Nile Special has been recognized as the 'most admired Ugandan brand' in the alcoholic beverages' category as well as one of the top 10 brands doing good for people, society, and… Read more »
July 17, 2023
Central Africa: Women Meet to Discuss Great Lakes Peace and Justice
Women from the Great Lakes region have held an inception meeting on 'Women leading on peace and Justice 'organised by ActionAid Australia and ActionAid International Uganda. Read more »
July 19, 2023
Uganda: Opposition Parties Could Face Same Fate - Besigye
Former leader of FDC Dr Kizza Besigye has said his party is a victim of 'state capture' and must change strategy or they will end up as partners of the ruling NRM. Read more »
July 16, 2023
Uganda: Uganda Slaps Tax On Facebook, Netflix
Parliament imposed a tax on companies reporting losses for more than seven years with 50% of the losses carried forward now being subject to tax in new amendments to the Income Tax… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Bureau of Statistics Pushes for a New Census Date
Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS), a body mandated to provide and maintain the National statistical system, asked for more time to prepare for the forthcoming National Housing and… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Airlines to Start Direct Flights to India
Uganda's national carrier, Uganda Airlines said it's in the advanced stages of launching direct flights to India. Read more »
Uganda: UPDF Contingent in DRC Joins Drive to Fight Cholera
The Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF) Contingent operating under the East African Regional Force (EACRF) to keep peace in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) joined the… Read more »
Uganda: MPs Advocate for Funds for Local Council Elections
Legislators tasked the Ministry of Finance to prioritise funding of the elections for Local Councils I, II and the women's councils. Read more »
July 12, 2023
Uganda: Only 1% of Women-Led Business Firms in Uganda Participate in Public Procurement
Uganda's public procurement sector offers immense economic opportunities to the citizens but there remains a stark gender disparity as only 1% of women-led firms actively bid for… Read more »
Uganda: Implement Road Safety Act, Speaker Directs Govt
The rampant road carnage in the country has reawakened concerns on road safety, with the Speaker, Anita Among calling for implementation of the Road Safety Act. Speaker Among made… Read more »