Uganda: Betty Nambooze Warns Against Overreliance On Digital Campaigns, Urges Inclusive Outreach

Mukono Municipality MP, Betty Nambooze Bakireke, has cautioned aspiring politicians against relying solely on digital platforms to reach voters, warning that such strategies risk… Read more »

Uganda: Moses Bigirwa Promises to Channel MP Car Allowance Into Community Development in Kamuli

The Secretary General of the Common Man's Party (CMP), Moses Bigirwa, has pledged to redirect the car allowance allocated to Members of Parliament towards community development… Read more »

Uganda: Man Found Dead in Rukungiri Police Cells

A 35-year-old man, accused of theft and threatening violence, was found dead on Tuesday in Rukungiri District police cells, police have confirmed. Read more »

Uganda: Independence Park in Mbarara Becomes Hub for Youth Entrepreneurship Amid Unemployment Challenges

Independence Park, the historic green space in the heart of Mbarara City, has long served as a place for relaxation, leisure, and community events. Read more »

Uganda: Solar Street Lights Boost Safety and Commerce Along Kampala-Masaka Highway

Residents and traders along the Kampala-Masaka highway are experiencing a renewed sense of safety and economic revival following the installation of solar-powered street lights in… Read more »

Uganda: Staff Housing Shortage Threatens Healthcare Delivery in Budaka District

In the quiet villages of Budaka, the promise of quality healthcare is being threatened not only by medicine shortages and underfunding but by a more fundamental challenge - a lack… Read more »

Uganda: Makerere Ranked Second in Sub-Saharan Africa for University-Industry Collaboration

Makerere University has been ranked second in Sub-Saharan Africa and first among low-income countries for university-industry and international engagement, according to the latest… Read more »

East Africa: Uganda Must Act On Sevilla Financing Accord to Drive Inclusive Growth, Says Bou Deputy Governor

The Deputy Governor of the Bank of Uganda (BoU) Prof. Augustus Nuwagaba has underscored that Uganda's long-term economic growth will depend on how effectively global leaders… Read more »

Uganda: Rwomushana Warns Uganda Faces Political Crisis Amid Corruption, Flawed Elections

Outspoken political analyst and former chief intelligence officer Charles Rwomushana has issued a stark critique of Uganda's political climate, describing the nation as being in… Read more »

East Africa: Uganda Aims for 150,000 BPO Jobs By 2030

Uganda's Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) sector is driving economic growth, youth employment, and digital transformation, with the government setting ambitious targets. Read more »

Uganda: How Skin Lightening Creams Work, and Why Caution Matters

In Uganda, skin lightening creams are widely used to treat dark spots, uneven tone, and hyperpigmentation. But how do they actually work? Dr. Chirag Kotecha, the Lead Specialist at… Read more »

Uganda: URA Announces Historic Shift From Tin to Nin

The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has officially launched its annual tax return filing season, unveiling a landmark reform that will see taxpayers transition from using the Tax… Read more »

Uganda: NRM's Judith Nuwabeine Abaho Pledges Development Focus in Makindye East

Makindye East Member of Parliament aspirant Judith Nuwabeine Abaho, contesting under the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) ticket, has reaffirmed her commitment to… Read more »

Uganda: Michael Mabikke Returns to Makindye East Race, Pledges Action On Education,Urban Poverty

Former Makindye East legislator and Democratic Front (DF) Secretary General, Michael Mabikke, has called for renewed government attention on urban poverty and education equity as… Read more »

Uganda: Independent Candidate Elijah Owobusingye Says He Will Offer Consistent Leadership for Makindye East

Independent Makindye East Member of Parliament aspirant Elijah Owobusingye has pledged to restore consistent and accountable leadership to the constituency, which he says has been… Read more »

Uganda: Journalist Lubega Vows to Rescue Makindye East From 'Political Prostitutes'

Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) parliamentary aspirant Lubega Francis has declared his intention to "rescue Makindye East from political prostitutes," promising a new brand of… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Warns Parish Chiefs Against Excluding Youth, Disabled From PDM Funds

President Museveni has warned parish and sub-county chiefs in the Bukedi Sub-region that any local leader found excluding youth, women, or persons with disabilities from accessing… Read more »

Uganda: Ministry of Health Rolls Out Shs360m Immunization Job Aids After Ntungamo Incident

The Ministry of Health has begun distributing Shs 360 million worth of immunisation job aids to strengthen supervision and ensure accuracy in vaccine delivery, weeks after more… Read more »

Uganda: How Climate Change Shapes Politics in Landslide-Prone Elgon

The 2026 election campaigns have placed environmental survival at the heart of political discourse in the Elgon region. Read more »

Uganda: Opposition's Grip On Kampala Deepens As Campaigns Kick Off

Every election season, Uganda's capital city transforms into a political battleground, as rival parties fight for dominance in each of its five divisions. Yet, despite repeated… Read more »

Uganda: 43 NUP Members in Mbarara Charged, Remanded Until November 19

Mbarara Magistrate's Court has remanded 43 National Unity Platform (NUP) members and supporters until November 19, 2025, following their arrest last week while en route to a rally… Read more »

Uganda: Experts Urge Govt to Increase Eye Health Funding As Millions Struggle With Vision Problems

Civil society organizations, health advocates, and international partners have called on the Ugandan government to significantly increase funding for eye health services, warning… Read more »

Uganda: Nine NUP Supporters Remanded to Lira Prison Over Robbery, Property Damage Charges

Nine supporters of the National Unity Platform (NUP) have been further remanded to Lira Central Prison after failing to produce substantial sureties before the Chief Magistrate's… Read more »

Uganda: Basajjabalaba's Mother Dies in Germany

Hajjat Azida Nanteza Basajjabalaba, mother of NRM vice chairman for the entrepreneurs league, Hajj Hassan Basajjabalaba, has died in Germany after a period of illness, the family… Read more »

Uganda: Munyagwa Pledges to Defend Muslims From Injustice,

Common Man's Party presidential candidate Mubarak Munyagwa Sserunga has called on Ugandan Muslims to support his bid for the presidency, pledging to champion justice and equality… Read more »