Uganda: Marketing Excellence Awards 2025 Finalists Revealed

Evolve Group Africa has announced the finalists for the 2025 Uganda Marketing Excellence Awards (UMEAS), who will compete for top honours at the awards' fifth anniversary gala on… Read more »

Uganda: MPs Approve Shs23bn URA Staff Bonus

Parliament has approved an additional Shs23.89 billion for the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) to facilitate staff bonuses following the tax body's record-breaking revenue… Read more »

Uganda: Wakiso's Outgoing DHO Urges More Support for Island Health Facilities

Wakiso District's outgoing District Health Officer (DHO), Dr. Emmanuel Mukisa, has called for increased attention to health facilities on the district's islands, noting that many… Read more »

Uganda: Sameul Makhoka - Busia MP Candidate Remanded for 'Not Reporting Besigye Treason Plans'

The Nakawa Chief Magistrates Court has charged and remanded Samuel Makokha, the People's Front for Freedom (PFF) flagbearer for the Busia Municipality parliamentary seat, to Luzira… Read more »

Uganda: Doctors Release Update On Kayanja's Critical Condition

Doctors at TMR International Hospital have provided a detailed update on the condition of Timothy "Jayden" Kayanja, who was admitted in critical condition last Friday, revealing… Read more »

Uganda: Student Jailed for Spreading False Information About Museveni and Muhoozi

A Kampala court has sentenced Edison Ssemugenyi, a 20-year-old Senior Six student, to six months imprisonment for spreading false information about President Museveni and his son,… Read more »

Uganda: NUP to Challenge EC Decision On Walukagga's Nomination

The Secretary General of the National Unity Platform (NUP), David Lewis Rubongoya, has announced that the party will petition the High Court over the Electoral Commission's (EC)… Read more »

Uganda: How Incorrect Tyre Pressure Can Turn Your Drive Deadly

The roads are already filling up with vehicles. Some have been in the garage or compound for months, parked as the owners use other means but they are suddenly needed to hit the… Read more »

Uganda: Minister Muyingo Urges Parents , Leaders to Ensure Every Child Attends School

The State Minister for Higher Education, Dr. John Chrysostom Muyingo, has called on all stakeholders including parents, the church, and district leaders to ensure that every… Read more »

Uganda: Education Experts Urge Parents to Guide Children During Long School Holidays

Education experts have urged parents to closely monitor and guide their children--especially girls--during the ongoing long holiday brought about by the extended political season. Read more »

Africa: Airtel Africa Foundation Launches Tech Fellowship in Uganda to Support Young Digital Innovators

Airtel Africa Foundation, the charitable arm of Airtel Africa plc, has launched the Airtel Africa Foundation Tech Fellowship in Uganda--an initiative aimed at empowering the next… Read more »

Uganda: Ministry of Works, Police Engage Transporters, Community On Road Safety in Tororo

The Ministry of Works and Transport has extended its Road Safety Week initiatives to Tororo District, engaging local leaders, transporters, and security agencies to address the… Read more »

Uganda: Sasakawa's Nutrition-Based Program Transforms Lives in Mubende

Residents of Mubende District have expressed gratitude to the Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) for introducing community nutrition initiatives that have not only helped families… Read more »

Uganda: Ugandan Businesses Must Embrace Artificial Intelligence Now - Experts Warn

Ugandan businesses have been issued a stark imperative: adopt Artificial Intelligence (AI) without delay to safeguard revenue streams, amplify productivity, and secure enduring… Read more »

Uganda: Opposition Party Accused of Defiance As Standoffs Escalate Ahead of 2026 Polls

The National Unity Platform (NUP) has been accused of adopting a defiance and confrontation strategy, according to Col Chris Magezi, acting spokesperson for the government. Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Launches Nationwide Recruitment Drive for Cyber War Fighters

Uganda has moved to intensify its national cyber-defense capabilities with the launch of Operation Cyber Digital Shield, a countrywide recruitment drive aimed at building a formal… 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 »

Kenya: Kenya's Parliamentary Team Reclaims Tug of War Victory

Kenya's parliamentary team, captained by Honorable Charles Ongo'ndo of Kasipul Constituency, has reclaimed the 15th edition of the Inter-Parliamentary Games Tug of War title. Read more »

Uganda: Mao Slams EC, Security Agencies Over Violence Against NUP Campaign in Gulu

Justice and Constitutional Affairs Minister Nobert Mao has criticised the Electoral Commission (EC) for failing to take action against the perpetrators of last week's violent… Read more »

Uganda: Police Probe Possible Political Motive in Brutal Attack On Cattle in Mubende

Police in Mubende District have launched investigations into a disturbing case of animal cruelty after eight cows were slashed by unidentified attackers in Katambogo Village,… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Pledges New Industrial Park, Skilling Hub for Bunyoro

President Museveni has announced that Bunyoro will receive a new industrial park and an additional skilling hub as part of government efforts to expand industrialisation and youth… Read more »

Uganda: Inaugural National Catholic Schools Science Fair to Strengthen Digital Learning, Innovation

Fincom Technologies, through its flagship digital education platform SchoolPay Uganda, has partnered with the Uganda Catholic Education Department to host the first-ever National… Read more »

Uganda: King's College Budo Shines At 2025 International Young Mathematicians Convention

King's College, Budo (KCB) has made a remarkable debut on the global mathematics stage, securing multiple medals and team trophies at the 2025 International Young Mathematicians… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Pledges Better Roads in Kyenjojo

President Museveni has allayed fears of the people of Kyenjojo about their roads which are in a bad shape. Read more »

Uganda: UPDF Medical Outreach Surpasses 10,000 Beneficiaries As Tarehe Sita Activities Intensify in Kigezi

The Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF) has delivered free medical services to more than 10,000 people across Kabale, Rukiga, and Rubanda Districts as the 45th Tarehe Sita… Read more »