March 05
Uganda: IGG Orders 20 Mbale City Officials to Refund Shs66.5m in Irregular Salary Payments
The Inspectorate of Government has directed the Town Clerk of Mbale City to recover more than Shs66 million from 20 city officials who were irregularly overpaid due to payroll… Read more »
Uganda: Mother of Triplets Abandoned By Husband Stranded At Mbarara Hospital
Hospital authorities at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital are seeking assistance for a 28-year-old mother who was reportedly abandoned by her husband after he learned she was… Read more »
Uganda: FIA Intensifies Regulation of Virtual Assets to Curb Money Laundering, Terrorism Financing
The Financial Intelligence Authority (FIA) is intensifying efforts to regulate virtual assets and curb financial crimes as digital currencies gain wider use in the country. Read more »
Uganda: Lawyers Urged to Understand Legal Recognition, Risks of Virtual Assets
Legal professionals have been urged to deepen their understanding of virtual assets, including their risks and emerging regulatory frameworks, as digital finance continues to… Read more »
Uganda: Ssemakadde - Law Society Committed to Guiding Responsible Growth of Virtual Assets
The President of the Uganda Law Society, Isaac Ssemakadde, has reaffirmed the Society's commitment to guiding the responsible growth of virtual assets while safeguarding the… Read more »
Uganda: MTN Entebbe Ladies Open Kicks Off Women's Month With Regional Golf Triumph
The 15th edition of the MTN Entebbe Ladies Open concluded on Saturday, February 28, at the historic Entebbe Club, with Kenya's Mercy Nyanchama claiming the championship. Read more »
Uganda: Police Arrest Key Suspect in Ongoing Vehicle Theft Operation
Kampala Metropolitan Police have arrested a key suspect in an ongoing operation targeting theft of motor vehicle parts, including side mirrors and grills, as well as phone… Read more »
Uganda: UMSC Secretary General Meets Newly Elected MPs, Seeks Support for Kadhi Courts Law
The Secretary General of the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC), Hajj Abas Muluubya, hosted two newly elected Members of Parliament at the council headquarters in Old Kampala. Read more »
Uganda: Ibanda Leaders Revive Local Security Committees to Curb Rising Animal Theft
Ibanda District authorities have urged the urgent revival of sub-county and town council security committees as part of measures to combat rising theft in the district,… Read more »
Uganda: From Office to Boda Boda - The Inspiring Journey of Precious Musimenta
As Uganda joins the world in celebrating International Women's Day on March 8, attention is drawn to the contributions of women across society. Read more »
Uganda: Two Killed in Bus-Noah Collision On Mbarara-Bushenyi Road
Two people have been confirmed dead following a road accident on Thursday evening along the Mbarara-Bushenyi highway at Kantojo Village in Rwentuha Town Council, Bushenyi District. Read more »
Uganda: Exim Bank Launches Vehicle and Asset Financing Facility to Boost Business Growth
Exim Bank Uganda has launched a new Vehicle and Asset Financing Facility designed to help businesses and individuals access funding for vehicles, machinery and other productive… Read more »
March 06
Kenya: Uganda's Ecotrust Showcases Community-Based Conservation Financing At Nairobi Conference
The Business of Conservation Conference 2026 is currently underway in Nairobi- Kenya, bringing together leaders from across Africa and beyond to discuss how conservation can become… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda's Regina Kamoga Wins Global Recognition for Fight Against Antimicrobial Resistance
Ugandan health advocate Regina Mariam Namata Kamoga has been named among eight Global Female Trailblazers recognised for their efforts to combat Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), a… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Calls for Global Justice, Affluence At State House Iftar Dinner
President Museveni, who also serves as Chair of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM), has called on world leaders to pursue global justice and affluence, warning that conflicts driven by… Read more »
March 05
Uganda: 138 Newly Trained Health Extension Workers Deployed in Mbarara to Transform Rural Healthcare
In a major step to strengthen rural healthcare system, 138 newly trained Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWS) have been deployed in Mbarara, bringing medical services closer… Read more »
Uganda: Rukungiri Deploys 210 Health Extension Workers to Strengthen Grassroots Healthcare
The Ministry of Health Uganda has commissioned 210 Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWs) in Rukungiri District in a move aimed at bridging the gap between communities and… Read more »
Uganda: Tayebwa Warns MPs Against Letting Social Media Dictate Parliamentary Leadership
The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, has cautioned Members of Parliament seeking the positions of Speaker and Deputy Speaker in the upcoming 12th Parliament against… Read more »
Uganda: I Was Rigged and I Have Evidence but Won't Go to Court, Says MP Luttamaguzi
Outgoing Nakaseke South Member of Parliament, Paulson Luttamaguzi Ssemakula, has said he will not challenge the results of the parliamentary elections held in Nakaseke South on… Read more »
Uganda: Susan Magara Murder Trial Resumes With Suspect Raising Concerns Over Defence Representation
The murder trial of former Bwendero Dairy Farm accountant Susan Magara resumed on Thursday with the defence presenting two more witnesses before the Criminal Division of the High… Read more »
Uganda: Speaker, Deputy Should Be Judged On Core Mandate, Not Peripheral Matters - Tayebwa
The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, has strongly defended the performance of the 11th Parliament, asserting that the leadership under Speaker Anita Annet Among has… Read more »
Uganda: Nyendo-Mukungwe MP-Elect Meets Leader of Opposition to Strengthen Parliamentary Coordination
The Member of Parliament-elect for Nyendo-Mukungwe, Lubowa Ssebina Gyaviira, has held a strategic meeting with the Leader of the Opposition in Parliament, Joel Ssenyonyi, in what… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Urges Balance of Faith, Effort to Drive National Development
President Museveni has called on Ugandans to balance faith and personal effort, saying both are crucial for national development and the country's continued progress. Read more »
Uganda: Govt, World Bank Call for More Suppliers to Boost Fuelwood Support in Kyangwali Refugee Settlement
Government and World Bank officials have called for more private suppliers to join the fuelwood supply chain under a major climate-smart project supporting refugees in Kyangwali… Read more »
Uganda: Mbarara District Tables Shs41bn Budget for 2026/2027 Financial Year
Mbarara District Council has tabled a proposed budget of Shs41 billion for the 2026/2027 financial year, representing an increase of Shs11 billion from the Shs30 billion approved… Read more »
