April 18
Uganda: Alupo Calls for Expansion of Presidential Skilling Initiative
Vice-President Jessica Alupo has called for enhancement of the Presidential Skilling Initiative by incorporating additional assessment and training packages across the 19 hubs… Read more »
April 17
Uganda: Deep-Rooted Election Violence Keeps Democracy in Shackles
Uganda has a complex history of human rights violations, including under the rule of Idi Amin from 1971 to 1979, where thousands were killed and many more tortured. Read more »
Uganda: We Are Not Going to Surrender - Amuriat
Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) president Patrick Amuriat says he will never surrender in the struggle to liberate the country despite the turbulent political scene that is being… Read more »
Uganda: We're Watching You, Kyagulanyi Tells New Party Recruits
National Unity Platform president Robert Kyagulanyi has warned those joining the party to get tickets that they will be disappointed. Read more »
April 14
Uganda: FDC Clashes Mar Sarah Eperu's Burial in Ngora
Opposition stalwart Kizza Besigye could not speak at the funeral of former Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) women league spokesperson and activist Sarah Eperu as the divided party… Read more »
April 11
Uganda: Parliament Wants in-House Salon For Women Lawmakers
Women legislators have demanded that Parliament sets up a salon for their regular needs. Read more »
April 10
Uganda: Could Nup Political Tensions Be Rising Following the Snubs of Yesterday's Alternative Budget By Mpuuga?
Political tensions within the National Unity Platform (NUP) ghostly seem to have escalated following the second consecutive snub by Opposition Commissioner of Parliament, Mathias… Read more »
April 08
Uganda: Rukungiri Is Not for NRM, Says Besigye
Four-time presidential candidate Kizza Besigye, together with his FDC-Katonga faction leaders, are confident that in 2026 there will be no NRM in Rukungiri District. Read more »
April 07
Uganda: I Am Not Standing in 2026, Says Besigye
Four time former presidential candidate, Col. Dr. Kizza Besigye has dismissed claims he is going to stand again in the 2026 general election. Read more »
Rwanda: World Let Us Down in Our Most Trying Moment - Kagame
Rwanda marked 30 years of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi on Sunday, kicking off a weeklong mourning period during which entertainment in whatever form, bars, sports and others… Read more »
April 04
Uganda: We'll Not Wait for 2026 to Remove Museveni - Besigye
Opposition stalwart Kizza Besigye has told the people of Mbabrara that his plans are not to wait for 2026 elections to remove President Museveni and the NRM government from power. Read more »
April 01
Uganda: Gen Okiding Hands Over Atmis, Returns to Uganda As Deputy CDF
Lt Gen Okiding handed over office to the acting Force Commander, Major General Marius Ngendabanka, in Mogadishu, Somalia. Read more »
Uganda: Bobi Wine, Winnie Kiiza Criticise Museveni Anti-Corruption Easter Message
In his Good Friday message, Museveni praised religious leaders for condemning corruption and urged them to continue their fight against this pervasive problem. Read more »
March 29
Uganda: Bobi Wine Suspends Party's Deputy President Mpuuga
The leader of the National Unity Platform (NUP), Robert Kyagulanyi, alias Bobi Wine, has suspended Mathias Mpuuga from his position as Deputy President Central Region with… Read more »
March 28
Uganda: Museveni to New Ministers - Prioritise Wealth Creation, Combat Corruption
President Museveni has called upon the recently appointed ministers to prioritise wealth creation and combat corruption. Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Announces Sixth Census
President Museveni has officially declared the commencement of the 6th National Population and Housing Census (NPHC), set to begin on May 10, 2024. Read more »
March 27
Uganda: Ugandan Politics Yet to Be Like Senegal's
When it comes to the comparison between Senegal and Ugandan politics, there are some similarities and differences to consider. Read more »
March 24
Uganda: Museveni Hit a Jackpot With Balaam Appointment
The Acholi say, "Opuk ma laco ki neno I Mac!" That a male tortoise is seen when on fire!" Read more »
Uganda: Govt Pledges Clean Water for All Ugandans, Launches New Project in Kikwaya
Despite ongoing challenges with water access in some regions, Ugandan Prime Minister Robinah Nabanja reiterated the government's commitment to providing clean and safe water to all… Read more »
March 22
Uganda: Balaam, Aber Appointments Confirm Museveni's Worst Kept Secret
President Museveni on Thursday evening named his son Muhoozi Kainerugaba the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and his son's two most loyal backers of the last couple years as State… Read more »
March 21
Uganda: President Museveni Reshuffles Cabinet
President Museveni has made changes in his cabinet by dropping the Minister for Karamoja Affairs, Mary Goretti Kitutu and replacing her with Peter Lokeris. Read more »
March 18
Uganda: Gen Muhoozi's PLU - a Political Game Changer in Uganda?
In a move that has sent ripples through Uganda's political landscape, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, son of President Museveni, has emerged as the face of the Patriotic League of Uganda… Read more »
March 21
Uganda: Government Launches Five-Year Collaborative Plan to Address Disaster Situations
In a joint effort, the Office of the Prime Minister and Compassion International have initiated a comprehensive five-year collaborative plan to tackle the various disaster… Read more »
March 20
Uganda: Police Reshuffle Senior Officers
A number of senior officers have been transferred in the latest changes in the command of the Uganda Police Force, Nile Post can reveal. Read more »
March 16
South Sudan: Kiir Sacks New Finance Minister, Appoints 12th Man in 13 Years
South Sudan President Salva Kiir has sacked his finance and planning minister after just six months in office. Read more »