Uganda: Ggoobi Directs Accounting Officers to Seek Cabinet Clearance Before Signing Governance Agreements

The Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury (PSST), Dr. Ramathan Ggoobi, has directed all Accounting Officers across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) not to… Read more »

Uganda: Govt Tightens Controls On Governance Deals and ICT Spending in 2026/27 Budget

The Secretary to the Treasury, Ramathan Ggoobi, has directed accounting officers across ministries, departments, and agencies not to sign contracts or Memoranda of Understanding… Read more »

Uganda: What Now After Kampala Snubs EU Parliament Over Post-Election Fallout?

Uganda has declined to appear before the European Parliament over allegations surrounding its recently concluded general elections, setting up what is likely to be a one-sided… Read more »

Uganda: Mixed Signals From Government Over Potential Treason Charges Against Bobi Wine

The legal status of Robert Kyagulanyi, president of the National Unity Platform (NUP), remains unclear following contradictory statements from high-ranking government officials… Read more »

Uganda: Govt Issues Weather Advisory to Help Farmers Navigate Seasonal Changes

Farmers across Uganda are leveraging a timely weather update from the Ministry of Water and Environment to plan agricultural activities as the country transitions from the dry… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Signs Three Laws to Tighten Construction Standards and Boost Housing Finance

President Museven has signed three new laws aimed at strengthening regulation in Uganda's construction, housing finance and property valuation sectors, introducing tougher… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Enacts Major Housing and Construction Reforms

President Museveni has signed into law three key pieces of legislation aimed at strengthening regulatory oversight in Uganda's construction, housing finance, and valuation sectors. Read more »

Uganda: Uganda's Suicide Burden Likely Far Higher Than Official Figures, Experts Warn

Uganda may be significantly undercounting suicide deaths, with experts warning that weak surveillance systems, stigma, and fragmented research have left the country without a clear… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Launches 2025 Population Report, Warns Mental Health Is 'No Longer Marginal'

Uganda has officially launched the State of Uganda Population Report 2025, placing mental health at the centre of national development and demographic planning. Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Signs Three Key Laws to Reform Construction and Housing Finance

President Museveni has assented to three key pieces of legislation aimed at strengthening regulation in Uganda's construction, housing finance and valuation sectors. Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Targets Skills Deficit, Credential Fraud and Rural Digital Exclusion

Government has launched a new digital transformation partnership aimed at tackling critical challenges undermining Uganda's transition to a technology-driven economy, including… Read more »

Uganda: Mental Health Crisis Takes Centre Stage As Govt Launches Population Report

The Government has expressed growing concern over the rising burden of mental health conditions in the country, warning that the situation is increasingly affecting national… Read more »

Uganda: Minister Namuganza Defends Bid for Parliament Speakership

The State Minister for Housing, Persis Namuganza, has defended her declared bid for Speaker of the Parliament of Uganda, using her Ramadan message to rally support and critique… Read more »

Uganda: Bobi Wine Says Wife, Children Fled Uganda Over Safety Fears

National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has said his wife and children fled Uganda for fear of their lives following the January 15… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Urges Lango MPs On Unity, Effective Service Delivery

President Museveni has met outgoing and incoming Members of Parliament from the Lango Sub-region at State House Entebbe, congratulating them on the National Resistance Movement… Read more »

Uganda: Cabinet Approves Elevation of Wildlife Reserves to National Parks

Cabinet has approved a proposal by the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities (MTWA) to create additional national parks, marking a significant policy step aimed at… Read more »

Uganda: Authorities Raise Alarm As Wetland Coverage in Kitagwenda Drops

Wetland coverage in Kitagwenda District has declined from 78.4 percent to 76.6 percent, sparking concern among district leaders and environmental authorities. Read more »

Uganda: Lawyer Mabirizi to Remain in Luzira As Bail Hearing Postponed

The Buganda Road Court Chief Magistrates has adjourned lawyer and activist Hassan Male Mabirizi's bail application, further remanding him to Luzira Prison until February 27, 2026. Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Urges Unity, Development At 49th Janani Luwum Commemoration

President Museveni has called for peace, unity, and people-centered leadership as Uganda marked the 49th commemoration of Archbishop Janani Jakaliya Luwum Day at St. Paul Church of… Read more »

Uganda: NUP's Katana Urges State House Delegation to Focus On Mandate, Not 'Blackmail'

The Treasurer of the National Unity Platform (NUP), Benjamin Katana, has cautioned opposition leaders who recently met President Museveni to remain focused on the issues that… Read more »

Uganda: Clerics Must Speak Against Injustice, Kasozi Says

Academic and political analyst Idd Kasozi has defended the involvement of religious leaders in political discourse, arguing that faith leaders have a duty to speak out against… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Honours Janani Luwum for His Martyrdom

President Museveni on Monday led Ugandans in commemorating the 49th anniversary of Janani Luwum's martyrdom in Kitgum District, honoring his courage, faith, and ultimate sacrifice… Read more »

Uganda: Tororo Voters Sweep Out Incumbents As New Leaders Face Corruption Storm

Voters in Tororo have ushered in a new political era after rejecting both the incumbent mayor and municipality Member of Parliament in a sweeping electoral shift that cut across… Read more »

Uganda: Kenya's Lawyer Karua to Make Fresh Bid for Besigye's Release Next Week

Kenyan politician and lawyer Martha Karua has signalled plans to intensify efforts to secure the release of Ugandan opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye ahead of his next scheduled… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni, IMF Director Discuss Uganda's Economic Growth,Tax Base Expansion

President Museveni has hosted Abebe Aemro Selassie, Director of the African Department at the International Monetary Fund, at State House Entebbe, where the two discussed Uganda's… Read more »