Uganda: Opposition MPs Seek Parliament Recall Over Lukwago Arrest

Opposition Members of Parliament have called for an urgent recall of Parliament from recess to debate what they describe as a shrinking civic space and the conduct of some officers… Read more »

Uganda: Election Petitions Expose Multi-Billion Shilling Burden On Public Finances

- Uganda's post-election petition wave is drawing renewed scrutiny over the financial and governance costs of contested parliamentary seats, with analysts warning that taxpayers… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Tasks New Cabinet On Socio-Economic Transformation

President Museveni has called on Cabinet ministers and ministers of state to intensify efforts toward Uganda's socio-economic transformation, urging them to lead the shift from… Read more »

Uganda: Kasaija Hands Over Finance Ministry After 15 Years

Veteran politician Matia Kasaija has officially handed over the leadership of the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development after 15 years at its helm, bringing to a… Read more »

Uganda: Tax Collection Becomes Harder When Ugandans Doubt Government Spending, Says Ura

The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has acknowledged that public concerns over government spending are making tax collection more difficult, as taxpayers increasingly demand… Read more »

Uganda: Government Raises Wage Bill to Shs9.7 Trillion in 2026/27 Budget

Government has increased funding for public sector salaries to Shs9.7 trillion in the 2026/27 national budget, marking one of the key spending priorities in the newly approved… Read more »

Uganda: Budget - Museveni Demands Tougher Oversight From NRM,Opposition MPs Over Govt Programs

President Museveni has called on both ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) leaders and opposition politicians to take greater responsibility for monitoring government… Read more »

Uganda: Prisons Confirms 93 Inmates On Death Row, Says No Executions Since 1999

The Uganda Prisons Service has confirmed that the country currently has 93 inmates on death row, while reiterating that no executions have been carried out since 1999. Read more »

Uganda: Youth Leaders Push for Increased Funding Ahead of 2026/27 Budget Reading

As Uganda prepares for the reading of the 2026/27 national budget tomorrow, youth leaders have called on government to increase funding for programmes aimed at empowering young… Read more »

Uganda: Alupo Says Missing Amuria MP Etilu Will Return This Week

Vice President Jessica Alupo has assured Parliament that Amuria District Woman MP Margaret Etilu, who has been missing from public view for more than two weeks, will be released… Read more »

Uganda: Fronasa Liberation War Hero and Presidential Advisor Apollo Mabaati Dies At 71

Prominent Ugandan military veteran and liberation war hero Apollo Mabaati has died at Nakasero Hospital after a long battle with cancer, family sources and government officials… Read more »

Uganda: Karua, Lukwago Lead Besigye Legal Team in Luzira Evidence Review

A high-profile team of defense lawyers led by Kenyan human rights advocate Martha Karua and Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago on Tuesday visited Luzira Maximum Security Prison to… Read more »

Uganda: Minister Babalanda Urges Govt Officials to Prioritise Museveni's Strategic Directives

The Minister for the Presidency, Milly Babirye Babalanda, has called on government leaders and technical officials to prioritise the implementation of Presidential Strategic… Read more »

Uganda: Baryomunsi Hands Over 'Ministry of the Future'

The Minister for ICT and National Guidance, Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, has officially handed over office, describing the docket as a "ministry of the future" because of the growing role… Read more »

Uganda: Three Cleared for Kalangala Woman MP By-Election

The Electoral Commission has nominated three candidates to contest in the forthcoming Kalangala District Woman Member of Parliament by-election, setting the stage for a contest… Read more »

Uganda: Nabbanja Warns Ministers Against Absenteeism

Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has issued a stern warning to newly appointed ministers against absenteeism and poor performance, saying government will not tolerate laxity in… Read more »

Uganda: Budget Aligns With NRM Manifesto, Ten-Fold Growth Agenda - - Katabazi

Rukiga County MP and policy analyst Patrick Katabazi has said the government's Shs84.3 trillion budget is closely aligned with the National Resistance Movement (NRM) manifesto for… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Commends Busoga Boda Boda Riders for Promoting Peace, Govt Program

President Museveni has commended the boda boda fraternity in Busoga for preserving peace and actively promoting government programmes across the sub-region. Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Urges Clergy to Avoid Laying Hands On Worshippers Amid Ebola Threat

President Museveni has called on religious leaders across Uganda to temporarily stop laying hands on worshippers during prayers and healing sessions, warning that the practice… Read more »

Uganda: Three Nominated As Kalangala Woman MP By-Election Takes Shape

The Electoral Commission has officially commenced the nomination process for candidates seeking to fill the vacant Kalangala District Woman Member of Parliament seat following the… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Calls for Review of Harmful Cultural Practices in Ebola Fight

President Museveni has called on communities to preserve cultural traditions that promote social well-being while abandoning or modifying practices that pose a threat to public… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Urges Vigilance On Ebola

President Museveni has urged Ugandans to remain vigilant and strictly follow public health guidelines following the confirmation of 19 Ebola cases and two deaths in the country. Read more »

Uganda: Besigye Lawyers Accuse Luzira Prison of Blocking Court Preparation

Lawyers representing opposition figure Kizza Besigye and his co-accused Obeid Lutale have accused Luzira Prison authorities of obstructing preparations for an upcoming court… Read more »

Uganda: EC Opens Nominations for Kalangala Woman MP By-Election

The Electoral Commission (EC) on Wednesday began nominating candidates seeking to contest in the Kalangala District Woman Member of Parliament by-election scheduled for June 24,… Read more »

Uganda: Jinja RDC Warns Lc1 Leaders Over Extortion in UPDF Recruitment Exercise

Residents of Jinja District have welcomed a warning issued by the Resident District Commissioner (RDC), Hajji Ahmed Katerega, cautioning Local Council I (LC1) leaders against… Read more »