June 03, 2023
Uganda: History Beckoning for Nabadda, Isabirye in Uganda Cup Final
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Uganda: School Inspector's Brother Arrested As Murder Investigation Widens Net
The brother of the Bugiri district school inspector David Tenywa Kazungu who was murdered this week has been arrested. His body was found dumped in a pit latrine. Read more »
Africa: Mastercard Foundation inU.S.$45 Million Partnership to Expand Vaccine Manufacturing in Africa
The Institut Pasteur de Dakar (IPD) and the Mastercard Foundation have announced a historic $45 million partnership to expand the workforce for vaccine manufacturing in Africa. Read more »
Uganda: Eyaru Named Captain As Mugerwa Trims She Cranes Squad
She Cranes head coach Fred Mugerwa has named KCCA netball club experienced shooter Irene Eyaru as the new captain ahead of this year's Netball world cup due July 28- August 6 in… Read more »
June 04, 2023
Uganda: Bugiri District Officials Being Investigated for Appointing a Records Assistant As District Health Officer
The Inspectorate of Government (IGG) is investigating Bugiri district officials for appointing a less qualified person to the positions of district health officer and senior health… Read more »
Uganda: Martyrs Day - EOC's Bishop Kibuuka Rallies Ugandans On Parish Development Model
The chairperson of Christian Ecumenical Council of Uganda (CECU) who also doubles as the presiding Bishop of the Evangelical Orthodox Church in Uganda Jacinto Kibuuka has rallied… Read more »
June 01, 2023
Uganda: Relief As UNRA Opens Katonga Bridge to Taxis, Light Vehicles
Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) has opened River Katonga bridge to taxis, light vehicles and pedestrians, creating a sigh of relief to the road users. Read more »
Uganda: Neutrality for Journalists Is a Fallacy, Says Andrew Mwenda
Veteran journalist, Andrew Mwenda has said neutrality for journalists is a fallacy, adding that it is not easy to achieve. Read more »
Uganda: Ugandan Troops Regain Control of Base Overran By Al Shabaab
The Ugandan army, UPDF has finally regained full control of the forward operating base in Buulo Mareer, approximately 120km southwest of Mogadishu in Lower Shabelle region which… Read more »
Uganda: Alien Skin and a Lesson in Cultivating Brand Love , Loyalty
Musical artiste Patrick Mulwana alias Alien Skin is in the news again. It's another of many scuffles where he emerges, always, as a ghetto champion. This time, there is a video of… Read more »
Uganda: Govt Launches New Programmes to Improve Status of Artistes, Cultural Professionals
The Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development in partnership with UNESCO have launched the Aschberg programme for artistes and cultural professionals. Read more »
East Africa: Karibu/Kilifair Tourism Expo Back This June
Karibu/Kilifair, East Africa's leading travel and tourism expo, will kick off June 2 to June 4, promising to showcase the region's diverse offerings and cement its status as a… Read more »
Uganda: Truck Knocks Two Female Pilgrims Dead At Nsangi
The Police in Nsangi are investigating a fatal accident which occurred in the wee hours of Thursday at St Lawrence Nakati, along the Kampala- Masaka highway. Read more »
Uganda: Table Tennis Prodigy Astolo Halima's Passion and Dedication Helps Her Defy the Odds
In a heartfelt revelation on NBS SportLive on Thursday, June 1, 15-year-old table tennis sensation Astolo Halima opened up about her extraordinary journey and the unwavering love… Read more »
Uganda: Someone Wants My Wife, and She Is Going Because I Have No House, Comedian Kapere Cries Out
Jokana Mbuuse alias Kapere, a comedian whose face launched him to stardom several years ago is in dire need of a house, after his wife Lydia Nakandi alias Mama Trump allegedly… Read more »
Uganda: Mugerwa Unmoved By Peace, Oyella, Absence
Uganda national netball side, She Cranes head coach Fred Mugerwa believes that he has enough in armory to fill the gaps left by two senior players ruled out of the 2019 Netball… Read more »
Uganda: Some People Close to Gen Muhoozi Are Self-Seekers, Says Museveni
President Museveni has warned that some of the people belonging to Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba's MK Movement are people with their own selfish interests. Read more »
Uganda: No Amount of Intimidation Will Change Our Stand On Anti Homosexuality Law, Says Museveni
President Yoweri Museveni has defended the move to assent to the Anti-Homosexuality Bill into law, urging Ugandans to remain firm as no amount of intimidation or actions will make… Read more »
Uganda: NIRA Partners With Makerere University to Scale Up Death Registration in Iganga, Mayuge
The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has partnered with the Makerere University Center for Health and Population Research (MUCHAP) to conduct a two-day… Read more »
May 31, 2023
Uganda: Bismac Amumpaire Recognised for Travel and Cultural Journalism
Bismac Amumpaire has been recognised for his pioneering work in Ugandan travel and cultural journalism in the Annual National Heritage Awards. Read more »
Uganda: Next Media CEO Emphasises Integrity and Accountability in News Delivery
Today, Kin Kariisa, the Group CEO of Next Media, addressed the Naguru-based multimedia house's newsroom and content department teams to reiterate the significance of upholding… Read more »
Uganda: MTN Uganda Takes a Stand Against Digital Fraud
Ugandans are being urged to be vigilant with their mobile money pins to safeguard themselves against digital fraudsters. Read more »
Uganda: President Biden Warned Museveni Against Signing Anti-Homosexuality Bill Prior
President of the United States, Joe Biden had initially sent several warnings to President Museveni, asking him not to assent to the Anti-Homosexuality Bill 2023. Read more »
Uganda: Court Declines Shs50 Million Request for Nagirinya Murder Suspect to Summon Witnesses
The High Court in Kampala has dismissed a shs50 million request by one of the suspects in the kidnap and murder of social worker Maria Nagirinya and her driver, Ronald Kitayimbwa… Read more »
Uganda: MTN Re-Introduces MTN Webphone With Webex
MTN Uganda has announced the relaunch of MTN Webphone with Webex, an innovative communication solution that enables MTN customers in the diaspora to make calls back home at local… Read more »