October 29, 2023
Uganda: Museveni Commissions Marine Pier in Mayuge, Paints Rosy Picture of Uganda's Security Capabilities
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni who is also the Commander In Chief of the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) has commissioned a Marine Pier at the Sustainable Base in Ntokoro,… Read more »
October 30, 2023
Uganda: Uganda Revenue Authority Acquires Machine to Enhance Testing of Imported Rice
The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has said it recently acquired a state-of-the-art machine to facilitate comprehensive tests on imported rice, enabling the determination of its… Read more »
Uganda: URA Optimistic of Using Digital Stamps to Increase Domestic Revenues
Even when only 13 out of the 20 products supposed to carry digital tax stamps, as per the second schedule of Local Excise Duty Act, 65% of the over shs1 trillion collected in the… Read more »
Uganda: Dr Aggrey Kiyingi's Body Repatriated From Australia For Burial
The body of Ugandan cardiologist, Dr.Aggrey Kiyingi who died in Australia where he was living has finally been returned home for burial. Read more »
October 29, 2023
Uganda: Aids Commission Anticipates Clearance to Import Innovative HIV Injection
The Uganda AIDS Commission is on the cusp of a significant milestone in the battle against HIV as it eagerly awaits clearance from the National Drug Authority (NDA) to commence the… Read more »
Uganda: Kampala Capital City Authority Fails On Roads' Promise Again
Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has failed to honour its promise to start the Construction of 69.70km of city roads by February and September 2023 as earlier communicated.… Read more »
Uganda: Bobi Wine Highlights 'Horrific Crimes' Committed By Ruling Party As He Likens Museveni to Amin
The leader of the National Unity Platform (NUP), Robert Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine, has criticised the actions and crimes committed during President Museveni's government… Read more »
Uganda: Govt to Introduce the Position of Assistant Deputy Speaker of Parliament
Political actors and constitutional lawyers are divided on the proposed move being mooted by the government to introduce the position of Assistant Deputy Speaker of Parliament. Read more »
October 28, 2023
Uganda: Museveni Challenges Scientists On HIV/Aids Vaccine
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has challenged local scientists to fast-track the development of the HIV/AIDS vaccine. Read more »
Uganda: Media Experts Push for Fact-Checking Courses At Universities to Curb Fake News
Experts in the media industry have called upon institutions of higher learning that offer journalism and mass communication programmes to introduce courses on social media… Read more »
October 24, 2023
Uganda: Opposition Calls Off Parliament Boycott to Honour Ex-Minister Kyemba
The Leader of the Opposition, Mathias Mpuuga, has defended the Opposition's decision to end their protest and return to Parliament after the events of the past week. Read more »
October 26, 2023
Uganda: Museveni Confirms He Will Attend C-10 Summit in Equatorial Guinea Next Month
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has today confirmed his attendance at this year's C-10 summit which will be held in the Republic of Equatorial Guinea. Read more »
Uganda: Uganda's Ambitious Budget for 2024/2025 Aims for Economic Growth Amidst Mixed Reactions
As Uganda prepares for the financial year 2024/2025, the nation's budget is poised to pivot towards key sectors such as industry, services, and agriculture. Read more »
Uganda: Uganda, Sao Tome Discuss Fish Trade
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has today met and held discussions with the President of São Tomé and Principe, H.E Carlos Manuel Vila Nova. Read more »
Uganda: Opposition Female MPs Demand Accountability Over Police Brutality
In a heart-wrenching revelation before the Committee of Presidential Affairs, opposition female members of Parliament brought to light the harrowing incidents they endured during… Read more »
Uganda: Danish Students Conduct Environmental Conservation Campaign in Ugandan Primary Schools
Students from Niels Steenseen School, Copenhagen in Denmark together with Caritas International and Community Integrity Development Initiative(CIDI) have conducted an environmental… Read more »
Uganda: Suzuki, Toyota Score Lowest in Greenpeace Auto Rankings
Global carbon emissions need to decrease by at least 3% per year until 2030 to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 according to the International Energy Agency. Read more »
Uganda: NCS Revokes Netball Federation's Recognition
The National Council of Sports (NCS) has withdrawn the certificate of recognition previously issued to the Uganda Netball Federation (UNF). Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Ranked 125th Out of 142 Countries in Respect for Rule of Law
The rule of law has once again eroded in majority of countries this year, according to the World Justice Project (WJP) Rule of Law Index 2023. Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Grapples With Balaalo Cattle Herdsmen's Border Challenge - President Museveni to Address Crisis
Uganda is facing a growing dilemma as Balaalo cattle herdsmen, previously a contentious issue within its borders, have now expanded their presence to border areas with South Sudan,… Read more »
Uganda: Learning Opportunities and Higher Remuneration Are the Key Factors for Talent in Switching Jobs
A survey by BrighterMonday Uganda conducted in May 2023 highlighted a number of key talent insights from over 1,700 respondents. Read more »
Uganda: Rights Advocates Ask Parliament to Pass Legal Aid Bill to Tackle Rural Justice Gaps
Rights advocates are strongly urging Parliament to pass the Legal Aid Bill, a crucial step in addressing the issue of limited access to justice in rural areas. Read more »
Uganda: There Is an Ongoing Smear Campaign Targeting My Name, Says PM Nabbanja
The Prime Minister, Robinah Nabbanja has run to the Inspector General of Police to report what she termed as ongoing smear campaign to tarnish her name. Read more »
Uganda: URA Confident of Improving Revenue Collection Through AEO Programme
The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has expressed confidence in the success of the Authorised Economic Operators (AEO) programme. Read more »
Uganda: NUP in Diaspora Asks Its Opposition MPs to Continue With Parliament Boycott
The National Unity Platform Diaspora has urged its Members of Parliament (MPs) to abstain from attending parliamentary sessions until the President Museveni regime provides… Read more »