March 19
Uganda: Enterprise Uganda Launches Export Accelerator to Strengthen Global Trade
Uganda's push to become a competitive export-driven economy has received a boost with the launch of the Export Accelerator Program (EAP) by Enterprise Uganda, an initiative… Read more »
Uganda: Kayunga - Over 200 PWDs Gain Life Changing Skills
More than 200 Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Kayunga District have received hands-on entrepreneurship and vocational skills in a move aimed at boosting self-reliance and… Read more »
Uganda: I&m Bank Donates to Vulnerable Muslim Communities in Gayaza, Bweyogerere
I&M Bank Uganda has extended a gesture of compassion and solidarity by donating Ramadan and Eid hampers to hundreds of vulnerable Muslim families in Gayaza and Bweyogerere. Read more »
Uganda: Roofings Launches E-Commerce Platform to Boost Digital Steel Sales
Roofings Group has officially launched a new e-commerce platform, marking a significant step in its digital transformation strategy aimed at improving customer convenience and… Read more »
Uganda: Ugandan Diaspora Sacco to Be Launched At Museveni Victory Event in Cape Town
Weeks after President Museveni was declared winner of the 2026 general elections with 71 percent of the vote, National Resistance Movement (NRM) members in the diaspora have… Read more »
Uganda: DTB Donates Iftar Food Items to Muslim Communities Ahead of Eid Al-Fitr Celebrations
Diamond Trust Bank Uganda (DTB) has donated food items to Muslim communities in Kampala and Wakiso districts to support Iftar meals and preparations for Eid al-Fitr, expected this… Read more »
Uganda: Two Girls Feared Dead in Mityana Quarry Collapse
Fear and grief have gripped residents of Minana Village in Mityana District after a stone quarry collapsed, trapping three children beneath heavy debris. Read more »
March 18
Africa: Eid Al-Fitr Likely On Friday As Scholars Cite Moon Sighting Principles
Islamic authorities have indicated that Eid al-Fitr is likely to be observed on Friday, based on established lunar calendar principles that guide the conclusion of Ramadan. Read more »
Uganda: Suspected Explosive Blast Injures Four At Mbale Scrap Yard
Police in Mbale City have launched investigations into a suspected explosive blast that left four people seriously injured at a scrap yard in Industrial Division. Read more »
Uganda: KCCA Says Drainage Upgrades Easing Stormwater Flow As Kampala Traders Count Losses From Flash Flooding
The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has said ongoing infrastructure and drainage interventions are improving the city's ability to manage stormwater, even as heavy rains… Read more »
March 17
Uganda: Court of Appeal Suspends Convictions of Civilians Tried By Army Court
The Court of Appeal in Kampala has suspended the conviction and sentences of two men previously found guilty of murder and aggravated robbery of a hardware in Masaka City. Read more »
Uganda: Rubanda Police Launch Manhunt After Fatal Hit-and-Run Claims Motorcyclist
Police in Rubanda District have launched an investigation into a fatal hit-and-run accident that claimed the life of a motorcyclist on Monday night. Read more »
Uganda: Muslims Urged to Shun Deceit As Ramadan Nears End
Muslims across Uganda have been urged to avoid deceit and embrace transparency in their daily lives as they approach the end of the holy month of Ramadan this week. Read more »
Uganda: How Self-Help Groups Are Transforming Lives in Kabubbu
The aroma of freshly baked pastries filled the air as 11 young people stood proudly beside tables showcasing their creations as a powerful symbol of new beginnings. Read more »
Uganda: NRM's Awich Pollar Defends Security Deployment During Elections
The Director for External Affairs of the ruling National Resistance Movement, Awich Pollar, has defended the heavy security deployment witnessed across Uganda during the recently… Read more »
Uganda: UWA Begins Historic Return of Rhinos to Kidepo Valley National Park After 43 Years
Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has commenced the historic reintroduction of rhinos to Kidepo Valley National Park, marking the return of the species to the landscape 43 years… Read more »
Uganda: Rachael Magoola Calls for Broader Copyright Protection Beyond Music
Veteran musician and Chairperson of the Uganda Parliamentary Forum for Creative Industries (UGAPAFOCI), Rachael Magoola, has urged policymakers to recognise the wider scope of… Read more »
Uganda: Kansai Plascon - Backed Eica Holi Festival in Kampala Blends Music, Cancer Awareness
Music, culture, and a shared commitment to social impact came together at Kampala Parents School as the East Indian Cultural Association (EICA) hosted its annual Holi musical… Read more »
Uganda: Creators Must Be Paid for Their Work - Joel Isabirye
Seasoned media consultant Joel Isabirye has stressed the need for fair compensation for creators, arguing that digital platforms and broadcasters have both moral and economic… Read more »
Uganda: Tanga Odoi Urges Opposition to Strengthen Domestic Leadership
The Chairperson of the National Resistance Movement Electoral Commission, Tanga Odoi, has called on Uganda's opposition leaders to prioritise domestic political engagement, warning… Read more »
Uganda: Regional Auditions for Miss Climate Change Awareness Uganda Conclude Ahead of National Finals
The search for Uganda's next climate ambassadors gained momentum this week with the successful conclusion of regional auditions for Miss Climate Change Awareness Uganda, an… Read more »
Uganda: Kiruddu Hospital Reports Surge in Diabetes Cases, Calls for Increased Awareness and Screening
The Executive Director of Kiruddu National Referral Hospital, Dr. Charles Kabugo, has expressed concern over the increasing incidence of diabetes in Uganda, revealing that every… Read more »
Uganda: Mitooma Officials Accused of Selling Government Jobs Released On Bond
Four senior officials from Mitooma District who were arrested over allegations of selling government jobs have been released on bond as investigations continue. Read more »
Uganda: Bobi's 'Globe-Trotting' Will Not Last Long - Tanga Odoi
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) electoral commission chairperson, Tanga Odoi, has slammed Opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi over his international trips. Read more »
Uganda: Surge in Mental Health Cases Hits Uganda's Children Hard, Says Butabika Ed
Mental health cases in Uganda have surged by 71% over the past four years, with children and adolescents disproportionately affected, according to the Executive Director of… Read more »
