August 11, 2023
Uganda: Tusker Lite Mt. Rwenzori Marathon's Revamped 42km Route to Spotlight Kasese's Natural Charms
As the eagerly awaited date of September 2 approaches for the second installment of the Tusker Lite Mt. Rwenzori Marathon, the excitement surrounding the upcoming adventure… Read more »
Uganda: Involve Road Users When Designing Highways, CSOs Urge Govt
In May 2023, the country experienced two major road cuts caused by climatic factors affecting the supply of goods and services to the western part of the country. Read more »
Uganda: HR Managers Body, Brightermonday Sign MOU for Job , Skill Matching Technology
The Human Resource Managers' Association of Uganda (HRMAU) has signed the partnership Memorandum of Association (MoU) with BrighterMonday Uganda, the largest job matching and… Read more »
August 10, 2023
Uganda: Massive Money Mismanagement Exposed in Luwero, Including Payments to Deceased Employees
Officials from Luwero District Local Government, led by the Chief Administrative Officer Asaba Innocent, faced scrutiny before the Local Government Accounts Committee as they… Read more »
Uganda: Crime Rate Surges By 20%
The Uganda Police Force on July 22, 2023 released a report that shows that crime rates in the country have increased by 20% in the past year. Read more »
Uganda: APRAU Warns Against Legalisation of Marijuana Use
The Addiction Prevention, Treatment and Care Providers' Association of Uganda (APRAU) has expressed their concerns about the ongoing debate regarding the legalisation of marijuana… Read more »
Uganda: Jose Chameleone, Makula Bugingo Graduate With Degrees at Cavendish University
Singer Joseph Mayanja lias Chameleone and Susan Makula Bugingo the wife of pastor Aloysius Bugingo are among the graduands at Cavendish University this morning. Read more »
Uganda: Bobi Wine Calls Out World Bank After Suspending Loans to Uganda Over Anti-Homosexual Law
The National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi alias Bobi Wine has questioned the World Bank's prioritisation of homosexuals' rights at the expense of other human… Read more »
Uganda: Besigye Tormentor Gilbert Arinaitwe Charged Over Human Trafficking - Faces Life Imprisonment
Gilbert Arinaitwe Bwana, a police officer who came to limelight in 2011 for smashing Dr. Kizza Besigye's car and sprayed him with pepper has been remanded to Luzira over charges… Read more »
Uganda: Former Rebel Hands Over Rifle to Police
A former rebel has handed over his AK 47 rifle and 5 rounds of ammunition to police in Koboko District. Read more »
Uganda: Preparations for Consecration of Bishop-Elect Tibaijuka for West Ruwenzori Diocese Nearly Done
The Church of Uganda is all set for its latest diocese, West Ruwenzori, in Bundibujo district with consecration of the Bishop Elect, Reverend Barnabas Tibaijuka set for the August… Read more »
Uganda: 81% of Students Pass April-May 2023 UBTEB Exams
At least 81% of the candidates who sat for the April-May Uganda Business and Technical Examination Board (UBTEB) exams , the body has announced. Read more »
Uganda: Former Bishop of Ankole Retired Reverend George Tibesigwa Dies
The former Bishop for Ankole Diocese, Rt Rev Dr George Tibesigwa has passed on at the age of 78. Read more »
August 11, 2023
Uganda: Agro Dealers in Eastern Uganda Celebrate Digital Connectivity
Agro dealers in Eastern Uganda have convened to to celebrate digital connectivity to the last mile through Yara Connect organized by Yara East Africa, the world's leading crop… Read more »
August 10, 2023
Uganda: Salaries to Be Affected As Government Plans Budget Reviews Following World Bank Loan Ban
The Ministry of Finance has issued a warning that emoluments and different salary obligations from the government will most likely be affected as Uganda continues its stand on the… Read more »
East Africa: Pupil Drowns in Lake Victoria While Swimming With Sister
A nine-year-old pupil of Busabala Primary School identified as Moses Kusasira has drowned while swimming along the shores of Lake Victoria. Read more »
Uganda: Muntu's Ant Blames Financial Woes On Govt, Appeals for Public Support
The Alliance for National Transformation (ANT) has attributed its financial challenges to the current ruling regime, asserting that they were intentionally targeted during… Read more »
Uganda: MP Basalirwa - God Will Help Us Survive, We Were Created By Him, Not World Bank
The Member of Parliament for Bugiri Municipality Asuman Basalirwa has lambasted the World Bank for expressing double standards after the institution banned Uganda from seeking any… Read more »
August 09, 2023
Uganda: Media Owners Warn of Serious Job Losses If Presidential Directive on Govt Adverts Not Reconsidered
Media owners have warned that if the government directive on limiting advertising to Uganda Broadcasting Services and New Vision stands, hundreds of people stand to lose their… Read more »
Uganda: Country Warned to Prepare for El Nino Until End of 2023
In anticipation of the likely El Nino conditions, experts are advising decision makers and the general public to develop preparedness and response actions to manage the potential… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Will Develop Without World Bank - Museveni
President Museveni has insisted that Uganda will do with or without the support of the World Bank. Read more »
Uganda: Wamala Warns Ugandans Using the Lake in August to Be Extra Vigilant
The Minister of Works, Transport, and Communication, Gen. Katumba Wamala, has warned the public to be cautious while using Lake Victoria especially at night during the three months… Read more »
Uganda: Minister Ogwang - 'She Cranes Coach Does Not Have Contract With the Netball Federation'
The State Minister for Sports, Peter Ogwang has clarified that the senior national netball team (She Cranes) head coach Fred Mugerwa does not have a contract with the Uganda… Read more »
Uganda: Tanzania Offers Ugandan Shippers 30-Days Free Storage Period
Port Authorities are key stakeholders in facilitating trade and creating competitive markets/economies. Read more »
August 10, 2023
Uganda: Balaam Barugahara Elected President of Ugandan Entertainment Promoters
Businessman, Balaam Barugahara has been elected the president of the National Federation of Entertainment Promoters Limited (NAFEP). Read more »