May 09
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 »
Uganda: Algae Chokes Lake, Leaves Kasensero Residents At Crossroads
The tranquil waters of Lake Victoria have turned into a battleground for survival in Kasensero, a bustling fishing community nestled along its shores in Kyotera District. Read more »
May 08
Uganda: Lukaya Devastated By Floods - Community Appeals for Urgent Help
Lukaya town in Uganda lies in ruins after devastating floods ripped through the community. Blamed on clogged waterways and environmental neglect, the floodwaters have brought… Read more »
Uganda: Leaders Warn Against Hiding People With Disabilities During Census
With only a few days left until the census night, leaders in the Wakiso district have urged the population to include individuals with disabilities in the enumeration exercise. Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Takes Strides in Fight Against HIV/Aids
Dr. Daniel Byamukama, the head of HIV Prevention at Uganda AIDS Commission has shed light on the nation's ongoing battle against HIV/AIDS. Read more »
Africa: World Health Organization Advises Updated Vaccine Composition to Tackle SARS-CoV-2 Evolution
In a recent update from the World Health Organization (WHO), it has been highlighted that SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, continues to circulate and evolve, posing… Read more »
May 07
Uganda: 70 Arrested in Major Crackdown On Kira, Namugongo Criminals
Police have successfully apprehended 70 suspects in a coordinated operation targeting criminal activity along the northern bypass and surrounding areas within Kiira Road and… Read more »
Uganda: How Flooding, Landslides Are Soaking and Submerging Economy
One of the most immediate economic impacts of flooding and landslides is the destruction of infrastructure such as roads, bridges, buildings, and utilities. Read more »
Uganda: Police to Extend Canine Services to 13 More Districts
The Uganda Police Force has said that it will soon extend canine services to 13 more districts. Read more »
May 06
Uganda: Ugandans Held Captive in Myanmar Freed
Some of the Ugandans who had been held captive by rebels in Myanmar have been freed, the Ministry of Internal Affairs has said. Read more »
Uganda: Speaker Among Presses for Expedited Repair On Karuma Bridge
Parliament has urged the Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) to prioritise and expedite the repair work on Karuma Bridge to minimize delays faced by road users during the… Read more »
Uganda: National Population Census - Ugandans Urged to Give Accurate Information
Uganda is on the cusp of its sixth national census, but this time with a twist: it's going digital! Scheduled to begin on May 9th, 2024, the 10-day exercise aims to gather… Read more »
Uganda: Urgent Repairs for Karuma Bridge
Heavy rains have revealed a hidden threat on a vital Ugandan artery - the Karuma Bridge. Though no surface cracks were found, the Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) discovered… Read more »
Uganda: Kabaka Still Abroad for Treatment - Mayiga
Many, especially on social media had pressed Katikkiro Mayiga to address concerns regarding the Kabaka's whereabouts. Read more »
Uganda: Alarming Number of Premature Deaths Linked to Air Pollution, Nema Warns
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has expressed deep concern about the alarming number of premature deaths attributed to air pollution. Read more »
Uganda: National Census - Ugandans in Diaspora to Be Counted Digitally, Says UBOS
The Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) has revealed that Ugandans living abroad will be recorded during the forthcoming national census. Read more »
Uganda: Prime Minister Nabbanja Commits to Youth Investment
Prime Minister Robina Nabbanja of Uganda has announced plans to prioritize investment in the country's youth, particularly those who have undergone training at the Presidential… Read more »
Uganda: Concerns Rise As Political Parties Inflate Membership Numbers Ahead of 2026 Polls
With the countdown to the 2026 polls underway, political parties in Uganda are intensifying their recruitment efforts, aiming to bolster their ranks ahead of the elections. Read more »
Uganda: Homeless to Be Counted During Census, Says Ubos
Uganda Bureau of Statistics(UBOS) has said the homeless will also be counted during the forthcoming national housing and population census. Read more »
Uganda: Ugandan Legislators Call On Religious Leaders to Condemn Corruption Amid Orthodox Easter Celebrations
As Orthodox Christians gathered at St. Paul's Orthodox Church in Namungoona, Kampala, to celebrate Easter, Ugandan legislators seized the opportunity to urge religious leaders to… Read more »