May 20
Uganda: Four Remanded Over Break-in At Bank of Uganda, Theft of Laptops Worth Shs35m
Four suspects have been arraigned before the Buganda Road Chief Magistrate's Court over their alleged involvement in a break-in at the Bank of Uganda that resulted in the theft of… Read more »
Uganda: SFC Soldiers Encouraged to Use Wazalendo Sacco for Long-Term Financial Stability
Representatives and delegates of the Special Forces Command (SFC) have been sensitised on the operations and benefits of Wazalendo SACCO during a meeting held at Umoja Hall at the… Read more »
Uganda: Rukiga MP Katabaazi Calls for Mindset Change On Service Delivery
Patrick Kiconco Katabaazi, the Member of Parliament for Rukiga County, has called for a mindset change among residents, urging them to prioritize accessing services at the district… Read more »
Uganda: Happy Herbert Mayanja Sworn in As Ibanda District Chairperson
Happy Herbert Mayanja has officially been sworn in as the Chairperson of Ibanda District, with a strong call for unity and collective efforts in fighting corruption to improve… Read more »
Uganda: Godwin Muhumuza Re-Elected Speaker of Ibanda District Council
Godwin Muhumuza Oulanya has been re-elected as the Speaker of Ibanda District following a vote by the newly sworn-in district councillors during the first council sitting held on… Read more »
East Africa: Minister Oboth-Oboth Urges Greater Regional Cooperation During EASF Leadership Handover
The Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs and Chairperson of the Council of Ministers of the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF), Jacob Marksons Oboth-Oboth, has called for… Read more »
Uganda: Gen Muhoozi Calls for Integrity, Accountability As UPDF Concludes Senior Logistics Leaders Retreat
The Chief of Defence Forces and Senior Presidential Advisor in charge of Special Operations (CDF and SPA/SO), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has called on logisticians in the Uganda… Read more »
Uganda: Egypt Reaffirms Scholarship Support for Ugandan Students
The government of Egypt has reaffirmed its commitment to offering scholarship opportunities to Ugandan students as part of efforts to strengthen the long-standing bilateral… Read more »
May 19
Uganda: Prof. Kilian Songwe and a Global Healthcare Public Foundation (Aghpf) Congratulate H.E. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni On His Swearing-in for Seventh Presidential Term
Prof. Kilian Songwe, together with A Global Healthcare Public Foundation (AGHPF), extends sincere congratulations to His Excellency Yoweri Kaguta Museveni upon his swearing-in for… Read more »
May 20
East Africa: Uganda's National Defence College Undertakes Strategic Study Tour in Algeria
A delegation from the National Defence College - Uganda (NDC-U) Intake 4/2025-2026 has undertaken an academic and strategic study visit to Algeria, highlighting growing defence… Read more »
May 21
Uganda: Four Arrested Over Shs388.9m Gold Scam in Kampala
Police in Kampala have arrested four suspects on allegations of defrauding a South African national of USD103,050( approximately shs388.9 million) in a gold scam. Read more »
Uganda: Justice Ministry Expands Regional Presence With Lira Office to Improve Access to Legal Services
The government has opened a regional office of the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs in Lira City in a move aimed at addressing persistent delays in legal services,… Read more »
Uganda: Over 30 Youths Rescued in Nansana Over Alleged Fake Job Recruitment Scam
Police in Nansana have rescued more than 30 youths who were allegedly lured into Kampala with false promises of employment by a company identified as Globel Alliance. Read more »
Africa: Museveni, Zuma Discuss Uganda-South Africa Investment Cooperation
President Museveni has hosted former South African President Jacob Zuma at State Lodge Nakasero, where the two leaders held discussions aimed at strengthening business and… Read more »
May 20
Uganda: Mixed Reactions As Leaders Reflect On Legacy of NRM Mobiliser Karangwa in Kayunga
The late Moses Karangwa Kaliisa continues to draw mixed reactions from leaders and residents in Kayunga District, with supporters hailing his political influence while others… Read more »
Uganda: Last MP Swears in, Says Parliament Lied About His Whereabouts
Bukuya County Member of Parliament Michael Iga Bukenya took a belated oath of office on Wednesday before the Clerk to Parliament, Adolf Mwesigye, before turning his guns toward… Read more »
Uganda: Ugandans Question WHO Over 'Ebola Bundibugyo' Naming
A fresh debate has erupted in Uganda over the naming of the Ebola Bundibugyo virus strain, with diplomats, journalists, and sections of the public questioning why a deadly disease… Read more »
Uganda: Museums Should Go Beyond Artifacts, Heritage Leaders Urge
The Cross-Cultural Foundation of Uganda (CCFU) has launched two-day celebrations at Hotel Africana to mark 20 years of promoting and preserving Uganda's rich cultural heritage,… Read more »
May 19
Uganda: Police Arrest Man Over Wife's Fatal Panga Attack
Police in Mubende District have arrested a man accused of brutally killing his wife following a domestic disagreement that allegedly arose after the woman declined his request for… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: US Imposes Ebola-Related Travel Restrictions On Uganda, DRC and South Sudan
The United States government has imposed travel restrictions on people coming from Uganda, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and South Sudan following the outbreak of Ebola in… Read more »
Uganda: Stanbic, ATC Launch Digital Hubs to Power Uganda's Next Generation
Stanbic Bank Uganda and ATC Uganda have unveiled a strategic partnership to establish Digital Community spaces focused on equipping youth with practical technology and financial… Read more »
Uganda: Nche Calls for Competency-Based Health Training
The Executive Director of the National Council for Higher Education, Prof Mary Okwakol, has called for major reforms in nursing and midwifery training, saying Uganda's health… Read more »
Uganda: DFCU Appoints Margaret Karume As Second Executive Director
DFCU Bank has appointed seasoned banker Margaret Karume as its second executive director, in a move aimed at strengthening value creation for customers, shareholders and other… Read more »
Uganda: Climate Change Hits Farmers Hard in Bukomansimbi
Farmers in Bukomansimbi District are counting losses following prolonged dry spells, heavy rains and unpredictable weather patterns that have severely affected agricultural… Read more »
Uganda: Emmwanyi Terimba Program Brings Smiles to Farmers in Masaka District
Farmers in Kyesiiga Sub-county have expressed joy after receiving improved coffee seedlings under the implementation of the Katikkiro of Buganda's "Emmwanyi Terimba" campaign aimed… Read more »
