May 14
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 »
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 »