December 28, 2022
Uganda: Moroto District Council Votes to Sack RDC
The Moroto District Council has resolved to remove Moroto Resident District Commissioner (RDC), George William Wopuwa from office Read more »
Uganda: Mpuuga Challenges Critics to Stand for LOP If They Are Not Happy With Him
Mathias Mpuuga has challenged those who have been critical of his leadership as LOP to come forward and prove their mettle now that his tenure is coming to an end. Read more »
East Africa: Deaths That Shocked Uganda, East Africa in 2022-Part One
2022 has seen several important pillars of East African society pass away. Nile Post brings you part one of three memorials of who they were and why they mattered. Read more »
Uganda: Masaka Road Accident Claims 9 People, 12 Injured, One Critical
Masaka road accident claims 9 people in a grisly accident, 12 injured, one critical Read more »
Uganda: 55 Perish in Christmas Accidents, Says Police
At least 55 people perished in road accidents during the festive season, the Traffic Police has said. Read more »
Uganda: John Mitala Praised for Honesty as He is Laid to Rest
Former head of Public Service and Secretary to the Cabinet Dr. John Mitala has been laid to rest at his home in Kiwoomya village, Bukulula sub county, Kalungu District. Read more »
December 27, 2022
Tanzania: American Warship That Excited Ugandan Opposition Returns, Docks in Tanzania
The American Warship dubbed emeeri by the Ugandans returned and docked in Tanzania during Christmas. Read more »
Uganda: Besigye Calls for Changes in Road Design to Reduce Accidents on Ugandan Roads
Dr Kizza Besigye has called for changes in how roads are designed in Uganda to help reduce on the loss of life due to accidents, especially during the festive season. Read more »
Uganda: Doctors' Association Denies Oledo Claim That Is Being Used By Opposition to Fight Museveni
The Uganda Medical Association (UMA) has refuted claims made by embattled association president, Dr. Samuel Oledo that it is being used opposition elements to fight him and… Read more »
Uganda: Team MK Chairman Urges Boda Boda Riders Not to Engage in Partisan Politics
Boda boda riders have been advised to desist from partisan politics to better their standard of living and future at large. Read more »
Uganda: One Person Shot as Police Foils an Illegal Road Block Along Semuto - Matuga Road
Police officers on patrol in Matuga shot and injured one suspect and arrested another after discovering them while staging an illegitimate roadblock along the Semuto-Matuga road. Read more »
Uganda: Three People Drown in Hotel Artificial Water Well on Boxing Day
Police in Koboko district is investigating an incident in which three people drowned in an artificial water well known as shadoof and died in there. Read more »
Uganda: If Muhoozi Wants Museveni Out, That Is His Business, Not Ours - Otafiire
The Minister for Internal Affairs Maj Gen Kahinda Otafiire has said that grounded people like him and others in the ruling National Resistance Movement still have President… Read more »
Uganda: Muhoozi Being Pushed By Untrustworthy People - City Lawyer
City Lawyer Julius Galisonga has said that the faces behind the push for Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba's political agenda are not trustable. Read more »
December 24, 2022
Uganda: EU Provides Additional Shs5.8 Billion to Support DR Congo Refugees in Uganda
The European Union (EU) has announced an additional Euros 1.5 million (Shs5.8 billion) contribution to UN refugee agency, UNHCR to support Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)… Read more »
Uganda: Former Head of Public Service Mitala Dies
John Mitala, the former head of Public Service, is dead. Mitala, who also served as secretary to the cabinet, was pronounced dead at Masaka referral hospital. Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Advisor on Diaspora Affairs Highlights Achievements as Year Ends
The Senior Presidential Advisor on Diaspora Affairs, Amb. Abbey Walusimbi has said his office has made great strides in in the diaspora sector. Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Hails U.S. for Steering Clear of Russia-Ukraine Politics During African Leaders Summit
President Museveni has praised US president Joe Biden for refraining from engaging African presidents in the Russia-Ukraine during the just concluded US-Africa leaders' summit. Read more »
Uganda: Uganda to Host Next Year's East African Procurement Forum, Business Expo
The Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Authority (PPDA) has been selected to host the 14th annual East African Procurement Forum and introduce the East African… Read more »
Uganda: Inside Stormy State House Meeting Where Museveni Dismissed NSSF's Byarugaba Contract Renewal
The meeting with National Social Security Fund members which was called by President Museveni at State House Entebbe ended without ceremony, according to sources. Read more »
Uganda: What Is in Museveni's Will?
President Museveni once again hinted at the contents of his death will, warning that he has ensured there will be no division of his property amongst his children. Read more »
Uganda: IGP Ochola Takes Stock of "Challenging Year" for Police
The Inspector General of Police, John Martins Okoth Ochola has described 2022 as a challenging year, asking members of the public to be vigilant as they enjoy the festive season. Read more »
December 25, 2022
Uganda: Ssegirinya's Hospital Closed Due to Lack of Funds
Kawempe North Hospital which was founded by the jailed MP Muhammad Ssegirinya in July 2021 has been closed due to lack of funds to run the facility. Read more »
Uganda: Archbishop Kaziimba Condemns Kidnap of Ugandans in Christmas Message
The Archbishop of the Church of Uganda Dr Samuel Stephen Kaziimba Mugalu has called for a stop to the kidnaps of Ugandans and attacks on security installations and personnel. Read more »
Uganda: Besigye Condemns Museveni for Bragging Over Closing Facebook
Kizza Besigye has said President Yoweri Museveni should not be proud that Facebook has been inaccessible in Uganda, for some, for two years. Read more »