September 17, 2023
Uganda: 'Were Terrorists Given the Night Off During Cindy, Sheebah Concert?' - Kyagulanyi to Police
The leader of National Unity Platform (NUP), Robert Kyagulanyi, has voiced his astonishment at how the police allowed the concert of singers Cindy Sanyu and Sheebah Karungi to take… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Awooma Album Launched in the Presence of First Lady
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni who is also the National Chairman of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) has pledged to support musicians by giving them funds and equipment to… Read more »
Uganda: Besigye Shocked Police 'Happy' With His Countrywide Mobilisation Tour
Dr. Kizza Besigye, has expressed his surprise at the Uganda police force's praise for his disciplined approach during his country-wide engagements, considering the years he spent… Read more »
September 15, 2023
Kenya: Kenya to Scrap Container Deposit Fee at Mombasa Port to Ease Trade With Uganda
Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) has agreed to scrap the container deposit of $3,000 (about shs12 million) per container at Mombasa port as a commitment to easing business for Uganda… Read more »
September 14, 2023
Uganda: Uganda's Insurance Sector Defies Odds to Continue With Growth Trajectory
Uganda's insurance sector has continued with its growth trajectory to ensure premiums grow to shs898.10billion representing a 16.5% growth to the half year results released on… Read more »
Uganda: Assessors to Advise Court On Nagirinya Murder Case
The High Court in Kampala has set September, 19 as the date on which assessors will give their opinion on the case of kidnap and subsequent murder of social worker Maria Nagirinya… Read more »
September 13, 2023
Uganda: Shock As More Than 2,000 Pupils Fail Mock Exams in Mubende
Mubende district is still reeling from the shock of more 2,000 candidate class pupils failing Mock Examinations.The examinations were organised by the district to enable the… Read more »
September 14, 2023
Uganda: Police Accused of Interfering in FDC Party Matters
The Uganda Police has withdrawn its offer of security for the Extraordinary FDC Delegates Conference, causing a stir within the party and legal circles. Read more »
Uganda: Kyabazinga Celebrates Ninth Anniversary With Strong Message Against Unscrupulous Land Deals
In a resplendent celebration marking his ninth coronation anniversary, the Kyabazinga of Busoga, William Gabula Nadiope IV, issued a stern warning to his subjects, urging them to… Read more »
September 13, 2023
Uganda: NBS TV Launches NBS At 15 Scholarship Campaign to Boost More Journalism Studies
In a world where media shapes perceptions and drives narratives, the role of journalism has never been more critical. Read more »
September 14, 2023
Uganda: Killer Who Escaped From Prison Hunted Down By Police Dog
A law enforcement dog caught a fugitive as he tried to crawl away in thick underbrush two weeks after his escape from a prison in the US state of Pennsylvania, authorities have… Read more »
September 15, 2023
Uganda: Uganda Reopens Embassy in Havana, Cuba
Uganda has finally reopened its embassy in the Cuban capital, Havana as both countries continue to deepen ties. Read more »
Uganda: U.S.$500 Million Vaccine Plant Commissioned By Museveni Put Up for Sale Over Debts
In a shocking turn of event, a $500million( approximately shs1.8trillion) pharmaceutical drug and mRNA vaccine manufacturing facility in Kigogwa, Matugga, in Wakiso District… Read more »
Uganda: NRM's Uthuman Mugisha Wins Hoima Lc5 By-Election
The Electoral Commission has declared NRM flagbearer, Uthuman Mugisha as the winner of Hoima LC5 by-election. Read more »
September 14, 2023
Uganda: DRC Allows Ugandan Army to Expand Operation Shuja to Go After Fleeing ADF
The DRC government has allowed the joint operations between the Ugandan army and FARDC to expand to new areas that will see the two armies go after fleeing ADF fighters. Read more »
September 13, 2023
Uganda: Unesco Removes Kasubi Tombs Off List of Endangered Heritage Sites
UN cultural agency, UNESCO has removed Kasubi tombs, the burial grounds for Buganda kings off the list of endangered heritage sites around the world. Read more »
September 14, 2023
Uganda: Cotton Factory Transforms Cassava Farmers' Fortunes
Growing up, Aleje Modesta's future seemed bleak. She was raised in a humble setting in a small village in Bukedea District. Read more »
Uganda: We Are Not About to Stop Our Mobilization Tour, Says Nup
Opposition National Unity Platform(NUP) has said they are not about to stop their mobilization tour as directed by police. Read more »
September 13, 2023
Uganda: Police Ban Bobi Wine's Rallies Over 'Sectarian Comments'
Police have issued a directive banning the ongoing mobilization tours by National Unity Platform president, Robert Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine. Read more »
September 12, 2023
Uganda: If Kyagulanyi Wants to Be President of Uganda, He Should Refrain From Insulting Museveni, Muhoozi - MP Asiimwe
Enos Asiimwe, the MP for Kabula country, has urged Robert Kyagulanyi, the leader of the National Unity Platform(NUP), to cease insulting President Museveni and his son Gen Muhoozi… Read more »
Uganda: 12 Feared Dead After Soroti Hospital Oxygen Machine Breaks Down
Reports are emerging that at least 12 people are feared to have died since Friday at Soroti Regional Referral Hospital due to the breakdown of the oxygen machine. Read more »
Uganda: South Sudan Commends Uganda's Waiver of Student Pass Fees
The ambassador of South Sudan to Uganda, Simon Deng has lauded the government of Uganda for waiving student pass fees on South Sudanese nationals. Read more »
Uganda: Police Praise Besigye Over Peaceful Meetings in Nebbi
The Uganda Police has praised Opposition Forum for Democratic Change strongman Dr. Kizza Besigye for holding peaceful meetings in the Nebbi District recently. Read more »
Uganda: Govt Selects Only 57 New Immigration Officers Out of 13,000 Applicants
The government has appointed 57 new immigration officers to be deployed at various immigration points across the country, leaving out over 13,650 applicants for similar positions. Read more »
Uganda: Mother Kidnaps Own Son, Asks for Ransom
In an unusual incident, Police in Kampala are hunting for a woman who kidnapped her own son, hid him at an unknown location and started demanding ransom from the husband before… Read more »