Uganda: Abim Residents Demand Tarmac Roads From Newly Elected MPs

Residents of Abim District have issued a strong demand to their newly elected Members of Parliament, Joyce Makamoe Ayoo and Michael Ayepa, calling for the construction of tarmac… Read more »

Uganda: Luyombya Wins Nakawa II Lc5 Councillor Seat After Naguru Re-Run

Godfrey Luyombya of the National Unity Platform has been declared the elected LC5 Direct Councillor for Nakawa II Division after a re-run election in Naguru I and Naguru II,… Read more »

Uganda: Mukono Authorities Close Two Private Schools Over Poor Sanitation, Safety Concerns

Education authorities in Mukono District have closed two private schools following an inspection aimed at assessing the learning and living conditions of pupils at the start of the… Read more »

Uganda: Byanyima Condemns Senegal's Tougher Anti-LGBTQ+ Law

As Senegal's parliament moves to significantly sharpen its legal stance against the LGBTQ+ community, Winnie Byanyima, Executive Director of UNAIDS, has issued a strong rebuke. Read more »

Uganda: Parliament Urges Government to Prioritise Fight Against Sickle Cell Disease

Parliament has adopted a motion urging the government to recognise sickle cell disease as a major public health concern requiring urgent budgetary attention. Read more »

Uganda: Health, Maternal Health, Post-Abortion Care, Ankole, Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital, Uganda

Health experts have raised concern over the rising number of abortion-related complications in southwestern Uganda, revealing that the Ankole sub-region currently leads the country… Read more »

Uganda: Ntungamo Holds Residual Polls to Resolve Disputed Sub-County Positions

Ntungamo District on Thursday conducted residual elections at the sub-county level in a renewed effort by the Electoral Commission of Uganda to fill positions that remained… Read more »

Uganda: Bobi Wine Alleges Security Raid On Aide's Home, Wife Abducted

The president of the National Unity Platform, Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has accused security operatives of raiding the home of one of his aides and abducting… Read more »

Uganda: Cervical Cancer Remains Leading Cause of Cancer Deaths in Busoga, Says Hospice Director

Cervical cancer continues to claim the highest number of lives among cancer patients in the Busoga sub-region, according to Rays of Hope Hospice Jinja, a non-profit palliative care… Read more »

Uganda: Defence, Prosecution Clash Over Late Witness Disclosure in Besigye Treason Trial

Tensions flared in court on Thursday as sharp exchanges erupted between the defence and prosecution in the treason trial of veteran opposition figure Dr Kizza Besigye over late… Read more »

Uganda: Manhunt Launched for Son Accused of Killing Mother Over Land Dispute in Iganga

Police in Iganga District are hunting for a man accused of murdering his 56-year-old mother following a suspected dispute over land. Read more »

Uganda: Mayuge Security Operation Nets 42 Suspects Over Counterfeit Dollar Scams and Robberies

A joint security operation in Mayuge District has led to the arrest of 42 suspects believed to be involved in a series of robberies and counterfeit currency scams targeting… Read more »

Uganda: Storm Victims in Pallisa Await Govt Aid As MP-Elect Catherine Achola Launches Relief Efforts

Residents in Pallisa District who were recently hit by a devastating storm are still waiting for government assistance weeks after the disaster destroyed homes, crops, and… Read more »

Uganda: NUP's Nakawooya Petitions Court to Nullify Nakaseke Woman MP Election

The National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate Esther Nakawooya has petitioned the High Court of Uganda sitting in Luweero, seeking to nullify the election of Sarah Najjuma of the… Read more »

Uganda: Kabubbu Children Make History As 15 Young Authors Are Unveiled

Kabubbu was filled with pride and celebration on February 28, when the Kabubbu Development Project (KDP) unveiled 15 young, published authors; eight from Kabubbu Community Primary… Read more »

Uganda: Abraham Luzzi - I'm Not a Public Consumption Item

Former Kampala Central parliamentary aspirant Abraham Luzzi has broken his silence after disappearing from the public scene following the last general elections, declaring that he… Read more »

Uganda: Kabale Power Network Still Needs Investment to Meet Reliability Standards - Era

The Electricity Regulatory Authority (ERA) has said Kabale district's electricity network still requires significant investment if it is to meet the reliability standards expected… Read more »

Uganda: Govt Warns Contractors Against Using Old Vehicles On Road Projects

The government has warned contractors undertaking public infrastructure projects against deploying old and unfit vehicles, saying such equipment slows construction and compromises… Read more »

Uganda: Leaders, Residents Seek Support After Heavy Rains Damage Roads in Nshanjare

Leaders and residents of Nshanjare Town Council in Rubanda District are appealing to the government for urgent intervention to reopen and repair roads that were severely damaged by… Read more »

Uganda: Mukono Residents Receive Dustbins in New Waste Management Initiative

Residents of Mukono Municipality have begun receiving dustbins under a new initiative aimed at improving waste management and promoting cleaner communities. Read more »

Uganda: Basalirwa Questions Police Deployment At Bobi Wine's Home

Members of Parliament have criticised the Uganda Police Force over the continued deployment of security personnel at the residence of former presidential candidate Robert… Read more »

Uganda: Prau Celebrates Women in PR Practice

Women in Uganda's Public Relations and other professional sectors gathered on Saturday, 7th March 2026, at Revive Wellness Spa in Kololo for the PRAU Women celebration, held a day… Read more »

Uganda: Mandela Declared Unopposed As SC Villa President

SC Villa has officially declared Omar Ahmed Hussein Mandela its president after he emerged as the sole candidate in the club's electoral process. Read more »

Uganda: Centenary Group Reaffirms Support for Muslim Community During Annual Iftar Dinners

Centenary Group has hosted members of Uganda's Muslim community to its annual Iftar dinners across multiple regions, celebrating faith, unity, and shared prosperity during the holy… Read more »

Uganda: Bash Luks Expands Influence in Ugandan Music With Lot Fire Records

Bashir Lukonge, the Ugandan artist and actor better known as Bash Luks, formally expanded his footprint in the East African entertainment industry in 2020 with the founding of Lot… Read more »