Uganda: MSC Empowers Former Sex Workers in Mbale With Shs40m Grant

Mbale City witnessed a moment of transformation as two groups of former sex workers received a shs 40 million grant from the Microfinance Support Centre (MSC), a government-backed… Read more »

Uganda: Female Students Avised to Integrate Values, Practical Skills At Brightermonday Career Clinic

In a bid to equip female students with the necessary skills for the job market, students at the Islamic University in Uganda (IUIU), Kabojja campus, have been urged to complement… Read more »

Uganda: DPP Rallies Stakeholders As Uganda Launches 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

Lady Justice Margaret Mutonyi of the Family Division and Uganda's newly appointed Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Lino Anguzu, today led national efforts to raise awareness… Read more »

Uganda: Men Face Higher HIV Impact Due to Poor Arv Uptake-Uganda Aids Commission

Despite Uganda's steady progress in reducing HIV infections and AIDS-related deaths, men remain disproportionately affected due to low uptake of antiretroviral treatment (ARVs),… Read more »

Uganda: Polar Night Begins - Alaska City Won't See the Sun for the Next 64 Days

Fox News - Utqiagvik, Alaska has seen its last sunrise this year; America's northernmost settlement will not see the Sun again until January 22, 2026, as Polar Night begins in the… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Winning HIV Fight but Faces New Threats Among Youth - Uganda Aids Commission Warns

Uganda has recorded major gains against HIV, with significant declines in prevalence, new infections, and AIDS-related deaths, but emerging concerns among young people and… Read more »

Uganda: Salam TV Wraps Up Western Region Leg of 'Omumanyi Wa Salam TV' Quiz

Salam TV's national quiz competition, Omumanyi wa Salam TV, concluded its Western Region tour on October 4, 2025, drawing large crowds to Bwikya Hill in Hoima. Read more »

Uganda: Tensions Ease As Nup, Security Officials Agree On Masaka Rally Venue

Leaders of the National Unity Platform (NUP) in Masaka City together with security officials have now agreed on the venue where NUP presidential flag bearer Robert Kyagulanyi… Read more »

Uganda: Nyege Nyege Returns This Weekend and Afromobile Is Bringing the Festival to the World

Nyege Nyege marks its tenth edition this weekend and the excitement is already spreading across the region. Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Reaffirms Ban On 5% Sugarcane Waste Levy As He Campaigns in Mayuge

President Museveni has reiterated that his directive scrapping the 5 percent waste-management deductions previously imposed on sugarcane farmers by millers remains firmly in place. Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Warns of Severe Data Protection Skills Shortage As Digital Transformation Accelerates

Uganda's Personal Data Protection Office (PDPO) has issued a stark warning about a severe skills shortage in data protection, revealing that only 10 percent of individuals handling… Read more »

Uganda: Moses Muhangi Pledges Youth, Sports,Digital Empowerment in Kampala Central MP Bid

Independent Kampala Central MP aspirant and Uganda Boxing Federation (UBF) President Moses Muhangi has outlined a transformative campaign centered on community engagement, sports… Read more »

Uganda: Wakiso Woman MP Race Tightens As Naluyima, Kirabira and Kayesu Vie for Voters

The race for the Wakiso District Woman Member of Parliament has entered a decisive phase, with three strong contenders presenting competing claims to leadership in one of Uganda's… Read more »

Uganda: Kigezi Leaders Urge Museveni to Deliver On Long-Standing Pledges Ahead of Campaign Visit

As President Museveni prepares to launch his re-election campaign tour in the Kigezi Sub-region from November 24 to 26, local leaders are calling on him to use the visit to address… Read more »

Uganda: Tororo Police Rescue 18 Youths From Suspected Trafficking Plot

Police in Tororo District have rescued eighteen youths who were being housed in five rental rooms in Bison 'A' Village, Tororo Municipality, under suspicious circumstances. Read more »

Africa: Shamirah Nabadda Named 2025 CAF Women's Referee of the Year

Ugandan Fifa referee Shamirah Nabadda has won the 2025 Caf Women's Referee of the Year, securing one of African football's top honours at a glittering ceremony held on Monday night… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda, Kenya Ramp Up SGR Land Acquisition After Harmonising Standards

Uganda and Kenya have agreed on a series of technical and policy positions to ensure a seamless Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) system connecting the two countries, following a… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Says It Has Expanded Into New Global Markets After Arsenal Deal Ends

The Rwanda government has said its decision to conclude the eight-year Visit Rwanda sleeve partnership with North London giants Arsenal is part of a broader strategy to diversify… Read more »

Africa: Museveni Endorses Visa-Free Africa Bid, Boosting Continental Tourism Campaign

Momentum toward a borderless African travel experience has accelerated after the Trans-Africa Tourism & Unity Campaign secured major backing from President Museveni during a… Read more »

Uganda: Witness Describes Sheikh Muwaya's Blood-Stained Body As Mukulu Trial Enters Day Three

The trial of Jamil Mukulu, alleged leader of the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), and 24 co-accused entered its third day at the International Crimes Division of the High Court in… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Appoints Eng. Badru Kiggundu As Busitema University Chancellor

President Museveni has appointed former Electoral Commission chairperson, Eng Dr Badru Kiggundu as the third Chancellor of Busitema University. Read more »

Uganda: Sauda Madada - Court Orders Urgent Treatment for Ailing Nup Supporter

A Grade One Magistrate on Tuesday directed that National Unity Platform (NUP) supporter Sauda Madada receive urgent medical attention after her health deteriorated while in… Read more »

Uganda: Ntungamo Ramps Up Preparations Ahead of Museveni's November 27 Visit

The National Resistance Movement (NRM) leadership in Ntungamo District has intensified preparations ahead of President Yoweri Museveni's expected campaign visit on November 27. Read more »

Uganda: KCCA Leaders Seek Buganda Kingdom's Help in Battle Against HIV

Leaders of Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) have asked the Buganda Kingdom to partner with them in combating the alarming HIV burden in the capital, particularly in Mutuba 4,… Read more »

Uganda: Kawempe Court Adjourns Bail Ruling for 11 NUP Supporters

The Kawempe Magistrate's Court in Kanyanya on Tuesday revisited the bail application for 11 National Unity Platform (NUP) leaders and supporters, with defence lawyers insisting the… Read more »