May 14
Uganda: Bridging the Gap - Healthcare Access in Rural Areas
In Uganda's rural areas, accessing healthcare can often be a journey fraught with challenges. From distant health facilities to scarce medical supplies, rural communities grapple… Read more »
Uganda: Parties Gear Up for 2026 Elections Amidst Growing Museveni Monarchy Concerns
As the 2026 elections loom on the horizon, political parties across the nation are gearing up for what could be a pivotal moment in Uganda's political landscape. Read more »
Uganda: Who Is Letting Down President Museveni?
As President Museveni navigates his sixth elective term, the question arises: who is letting down the President? A chorus of voices from within the ruling National Resistance… Read more »
Uganda: Tororo to Lose Billions to Slow Seed Schools Construction
Tororo District risks losing billions of shillings meant for the construction of seed schools by the end of this financial year. This as most projects remain behind schedule Read more »
Uganda: Ubos Defends Census Progress Amid Public Criticism
Whereas the bumpy start to the national housing and population census raised fears about the effectiveness of the exercise and the reliability of the data collected, attributing… Read more »
Uganda: Will Recent Sanctions Aid Uganda's Opposition?
In the wake of the recent sanctions imposed on Uganda by international bodies, questions arise regarding their potential impact on the country's political landscape, particularly… Read more »
Uganda: All OPM Goats Supplied to Karamoja Died - MPs
Members of the Public Accounts Committee of Parliament (PAC) have accused interdicted undersecretary of the Office of the Prime Minister of causing financial loss of over Shs19… Read more »
May 13
Uganda: The Observer Editors Summoned to Defend MPs Bribery Story
Media Council accused of passing judgment and pushing journalists to sanitise the image of Parliament and legislators Read more »
Uganda: Besigye Urges Opposition Action Following Sanctions
Former FDC president and leader of the Front for Transition, Rt Col Dr Kizza Besigye, has finally spoken out regarding the recent sanctions imposed on government officials. Read more »
Uganda: How Corruption Is Stalking Every Fabric of Ugandan Society
In the heart of Uganda, where vibrant culture meets breathtaking landscapes, a dark shadow looms over the corridors of power. Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Tasks UK to Produce Evidence in Speaker's Wealth Claims
"They cannot falsely accuse any of our people and we just let it pass," Mr Museveni said in the May 11 letter. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Denies Involvement in Bujumbura Deadly Blasts
The Rwandan government has strongly rejected accusations that it facilitated grenade attacks that killed at least three people in the Burundian capital Bujumbura. Read more »
Uganda: 2.6 Million Households Counted in First Three Days of Census
Uganda Bureau of Statistics has said at least 30% of the total number of households in the country representing 2.6 million households were counted in the first three days of the… Read more »
May 10
Uganda: Sorry State of Road to Lake Bunyonyi Worries Authorities
Leaders and tourism stakeholders with in the Kigezi sub-region have decried the state of Lake Bunyonyi road. Read more »
Uganda: Heavy Downpour Leaves Six Lwengo Villages Reeling
Six villages in Lwengo district have been left reeling after heavy rains wreaked havoc on their gardens. Read more »
May 09
Uganda: Combating HIV Stigma - Uganda's Struggle for Awareness and Acceptance
In Uganda, despite significant progress in the fight against HIV/AIDS, stigma and discrimination continue to pose formidable barriers to prevention, treatment, and support. Read more »
Uganda: Addressing Mental Health in Uganda - Breaking Stigma, Building Support
In Uganda, as in many parts of the world, mental health remains a topic shrouded in stigma and silence. Read more »
Uganda: The Crucial Role of Census in Shaping the Country's Future
A census is a crucial tool for any country as it provides accurate and up-to-date information about its population. Read more »
Uganda: The Evolving Face of Power - a Look At Uganda's NRM Leadership
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) has held power in Uganda since 1986, ushering in a period of relative stability after years of turmoil. However, the party's leadership has… Read more »
Uganda: Unsafe Waters - Katosi Fishermen Decry Shortage of Condoms
Despite Uganda's well-regarded national fight against HIV, a dark undercurrent threatens the health of a fishing community in Mukono district. Here, HIV infection rates are rising… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda's Political Maze - Bridging the Generational Gap Through Mentorship?
Uganda's political landscape faces a conundrum. Experienced leaders lament the decline of a mentorship system that nurtures capable successors. The rise of "political rookies" in… Read more »
Uganda: Floods Displace Over 500 Households in Dokolo
Authorities in Dokolo District have raised concerns over the increasing number of residents being displaced by floods. Read more »
Uganda: West Nile Ex-Combatants Receive Resettlement Package, Minister Urges Responsible Use
In a ceremony held at Koboko district, the Ugandan government distributed a resettlement package valued at 5.1 billion shillings to 4,901 former combatants of the West Nile Bank… Read more »
Uganda: URA to Deploy Drones On Smugglers At Border Points
The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) will not leave even a rat squeeze through to evade taxes and the latest after the hullabaloo over EFRIS is the deployment of surveillance drones… Read more »
Uganda: Rising Cases of HIV In Children Cause For Concern
The Greater Masaka region has witnessed a troubling increase in the number of children born with HIV, with health officials reporting an estimated three to five paediatric cases… Read more »