July 23
Uganda: Security Makes Arrests As March to Parliament Begins
Scores of protesters have been arrested in Kampala as anti-corruption activists started their march to Parliament. Read more »
Uganda: Experts Predict Real Estate Boom in Gulu City
The real estate business is expected to boom in Gulu city as more players enter the market and the city authorities seek to decongest. Read more »
Uganda: November 2020 Riots - a Wake-Up Call for Uganda's Security Apparatus
The November 2020 riots, which erupted following the arrest of presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine, served as a stark reminder of the need for… Read more »
Uganda: Masaka NRM Youth Pledge Support to Museveni As They Launch Campaign to 'Defeat Corruption'
NRM youth leaders in Masaka have started a campaign against corruption dubbed "defeat corruption," pledging their allegiance to President Museveni as the nation's foremost crusader… Read more »
Uganda: Leaders Calls for Concerted Efforts to Defeat Rising Domestic Violence Cases in Bukomansimbi
Leaders in Bukomansimbi district are urging the government to enhance services addressing human rights violations, particularly amidst a concerning increase in domestic violence… Read more »
July 22
Uganda: Journalists Call for Protection Ahead of Anti-Corruption March
Journalists have called on police and security forces to ensure the safety of media personnel covering the planned "March to Parliament" protest against corruption. Read more »
Uganda: Lawyers Warn Police Against Disrupting Peaceful Demo
The Police must respect constitutional rights to demonstrate, city lawyers have said. Read more »
Uganda: Akol Swears in As New Auditor General
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has sworn in Mr Edward Akol as the new Auditor General in a ceremony that took place at State House Entebbe this afternoon. The oath was… Read more »
Uganda: Anti-Corruption Protest Not Organised By Bobi Wine or His Party
The leader of the National Unity Platform (NUP), Robert Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine, has clarified that the planned anti-corruption march to Parliament on July 23… Read more »
Uganda: Journalist Evelyn Wanyana Rescued From Trench After Security Attack
Evelyn Wanyana from Kingdom Television has been retrieved from a trench following an alleged attack on journalists by the Joint Anti-Terrorist Task Force (JAT) at the sealed-off… Read more »
July 19
Uganda: Number of Men Opting for Vasectomy Goes Up
The number of men who opt for vasectomy as a family planning method has gone up, statistics have shown. Read more »
July 20
Namibia: Namibia Says 'Unscrupulous' Kabaka Subjects Maligned Its Image
The Namibian government has explained it's decision to deny Buganda King Ronald Muwenda Mutebi a visa extension to continue receiving medical treatment in its hospital. Read more »
Uganda: Uganda's Tourist Arrivals Up By 26 Percent in First Half of 2024
Uganda's tourism sector is experiencing a significant boom, with a remarkable 26% increase in tourist arrivals during the first half of 2024. Read more »
Uganda: Kabushenga - Engage the Rational Youth or You'll Confront Radicals
A group of youth have been planning a peaceful march against corruption to Parliament on July 23. Read more »
Uganda: Don't Dare - Museveni Warns Against Planned Protests
President Museveni has warned the organisers of next week's anti corruption march to drop their plans or they will face it rough. Read more »
July 21
Africa: Plastic Pollution, Africa's Biggest Environmental Nightmare
Only 9 percent of all plastic that has ever been produced has been recycled Read more »
Uganda: Legislators Put Electricity Company to Task Ahead Over Umeme Takeover
UEDCL has its work cut out as they prepare to take over supply of juice to households Read more »
Uganda: Increased Maternal, Infant Deaths At Mbale Referral Hospital Worry Residents
Stakeholders have raised a red flag over a surge in maternal and newborn deaths attributed to the perceived neglect of expecting mothers at Mbale Regional Referral Hospital. Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Pledges Continued Support to Cooperatives
President Museveni has said the NRM government will continue supporting cooperatives around the country. Read more »
Uganda: Spike in Accident On New 'Oil Roads' Worries Minister
The state minister for transport Fred Byamukama has noted with concern an increase of accidents on Albertine oil roads, something he attributes to excitement by drivers. Read more »
July 22
Uganda: Kagadi Vendors Demand for Modern Market
Locals and vendors operating in Kagadi market are not happy with the state of their market saying that every time it rains, they hardly can work. Read more »
Uganda: Kabaka Returns Home
The king's return ends months of commotion and speculation driven by a section of his subjects that led to a diplomatic charade in his place of recuperation in the southern African… Read more »
Uganda: Ankole Religious Leaders Lash Out At Corrupt Govt Officials
Religious leaders in Ankole have lashed out at corrupt government officials who continue to swindle taxpayer's money. Read more »
Uganda: Teargas and Canes Not the Solution - Azawi
Songstress, Priscilla Zawedde commonly known as Azawi has expressed concern over the use of force against citizens whenever they raise issues affecting them. Read more »
Uganda: Kisenyi - Kampala's Forgotten Slum
In the heart of Kampala lies Kisenyi, a sprawling slum that houses thousands of city dwellers. Read more »