April 07
Central Africa: Remembering Rwanda - A Tragic Tale of the 1994 Genocide
The scars of 1994 run deep, with survivors haunted by memories of loss and trauma that defy comprehension. Read more »
April 08
Rwanda: Rwanda Marks 30th Genocide Commemoration With Call for Action and Reflection
Rwanda yesterday solemnly commemorated the 30th anniversary of the 1994 egnocide against the Tutsi, with President Paul Kagame leading the nation in honoring the memory of over… Read more »
Uganda: Bill Clinton, and Cyril Ramaphosa Join Rwandans in Commemorating 30 Years Since the Genocide
Former US President Bill Clinton and South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa joined Rwandans in commemorating the 30th anniversary of the genocide. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Reflects On 30 Years Since the 1994 Genocide - Observing a Solemn Week of Mourning
Rwanda's President, Paul Kagame, has emphasised that Rwanda's tragedy serves as a warning, highlighting the potential consequences of division and extremism if left unaddressed. Read more »
Uganda: Let Muhoozi Rid Army of Corruption, Impunity
Late last month, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba took over as Chief of Defense Forces (CDF), with predecessor Wilson Mbadi being assigned the docket of State minister for Trade,… Read more »
Uganda: Number of Uncollected Passports Again Swells to 50,000
The Ministry of Internal Affairs has again reported an increase in the number of uncollected passports, particularly at their centre at Kyambogo in Kampala. Read more »
April 07
Uganda: Bukomansimbi Goat Traders Frustrated With Prolonged Quarantine
In Kigangazi Town Council, Bukomansimbi District, a rift has emerged between goat traders and local authorities following the prolonged cattle quarantine affecting the town's… Read more »
Uganda: I Am Not Standing in 2026, Says Besigye
Four time former presidential candidate, Col. Dr. Kizza Besigye has dismissed claims he is going to stand again in the 2026 general election. Read more »
Rwanda: World Let Us Down in Our Most Trying Moment - Kagame
Rwanda marked 30 years of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi on Sunday, kicking off a weeklong mourning period during which entertainment in whatever form, bars, sports and others… Read more »
April 04
Uganda: Nup Deputy Spokesperson Tells Among to Back Off Kadaga
Waiswa Mufumbiro was speaking at the funeral of the late Ramathan Waiswa, the younger brother of Bugweri County MP Abdu Katuntu. Present was Speaker Anita Among Read more »
Uganda: Shs2.8bn Payout to War Debt Claimants Bounces Over Dormant Accounts
More than Shs2.8 billion disbursed to the accounts of war debt claimants from Acholi, Lango, and Teso sub-regions have bounced. Read more »
Uganda: Lack of Standards Hindering SMEs From Tapping Into Continental Free Trade Area
Ugandan medium- and small-sixed enterprises (SMEs) have been urged to embark on quality standards and enough production to get into the African Continent Free Trade Area (AFCFTA). Read more »
Uganda: Govt Imposes Hefty Fine for Vandalism On Entebbe Expressway
In a bid to combat road vandalism and ensure the preservation of taxpayer funds, the government has implemented a significant penalty for offenders damaging the Entebbe Expressway. Read more »
Uganda: We'll Not Wait for 2026 to Remove Museveni - Besigye
Opposition stalwart Kizza Besigye has told the people of Mbabrara that his plans are not to wait for 2026 elections to remove President Museveni and the NRM government from power. Read more »
Uganda: Petroleum Authority Says Negative Propaganda Hurts Uganda's Oil Sector
The Petroleum Authority of Uganda has decried continued false propaganda on oil and gas sector that they said is making it hard to attract investors. Read more »
April 01
Uganda: Gen Okiding Hands Over Atmis, Returns to Uganda As Deputy CDF
Lt Gen Okiding handed over office to the acting Force Commander, Major General Marius Ngendabanka, in Mogadishu, Somalia. Read more »
Uganda: Stringent Scrutiny of Eateries in the Offing After Cooked Genitalia Incident
Kampala Metropolitan Police say they have arrested two individuals, including the eatery owner and the waitress to help with investigations. Read more »
Uganda: Bobi Wine, Winnie Kiiza Criticise Museveni Anti-Corruption Easter Message
In his Good Friday message, Museveni praised religious leaders for condemning corruption and urged them to continue their fight against this pervasive problem. Read more »
Uganda: One Arrested As Police Foil Cattle Theft in Mbale City
Mbale central police have arrested a 30-year-old man and impounded Prado Tx allegedly used in transporting suspected stolen cows within and around Bugisu sub-region. Read more »
Uganda: 'Police Aircraft Buyers Should Be in Jail'
The fixed wing aircraft was acquired in 2019 for $7 million (about Shs30 billion). Read more »
March 29
Uganda: Ugandan MP Calls for Women's Inclusion in Climate Change Policy
Ahead of World Environment Day, Ugandan Member of Parliament Christine Nakimwero Kaaya emphasizes the critical need for women's voices in climate policy-making. Her statement comes… Read more »
Uganda: If You Do Not Celebrate Heroes, Society Is Let Down - Museveni
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has said people who contribute to the development of a society should be remembered and appreciated. Read more »
Uganda: Police to Sell 'Idle' Sh28 Billion Aircraft
Police have said they are in the process of selling off the 9-seater 5XPEF/P180 PIAGO AVANTI bought in 2019 for shs28 billion. Read more »
Uganda: Bobi Wine Suspends Party's Deputy President Mpuuga
The leader of the National Unity Platform (NUP), Robert Kyagulanyi, alias Bobi Wine, has suspended Mathias Mpuuga from his position as Deputy President Central Region with… Read more »
March 28
Uganda: Museveni to New Ministers - Prioritise Wealth Creation, Combat Corruption
President Museveni has called upon the recently appointed ministers to prioritise wealth creation and combat corruption. Read more »