August 14
Uganda: MPs Raise Concerns Over Hooded Security Officers
Members of Parliament are raising concerns about the growing trend of security officers wearing hoods both during and outside their operations. Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Urges Ugandans to Utilise Local Council Systems for Accountability
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has reiterated his call for Ugandans to effectively utilize Local Council (LC) systems to enhance service delivery and demand accountability from… Read more »
Uganda: Demand Accountability From Leaders, Museveni Urges Locals
The President also urged all leaders at all levels to support the NRM government in the implementation of the Universal Primary and Secondary Education programs. Read more »
August 13
Uganda: Kiteezi Dwellers Urge Govt to Expedite Relocation Efforts
Residents near the Kiteezi dumpsite, which collapsed three days ago, are urgently appealing to the government to expedite their relocation. Read more »
Uganda: Parliament Demands Action After Kiteezi Tragedy
Parliament mourns Kiteezi tragedy victims, demands investigation into KCCA's alleged negligence, and government pledges compensation for affected families. Read more »
August 11
Uganda: Museveni Directs Families of Each Person Killed in Kiteezi Landfill to Be Given $1.3K
President Museveni has directed State House to give shs5 million for each person killed during Saturday morning's Kiteezi landfill tragedy. Read more »
August 09
Uganda: Terrorism, the Capital Offence That Is Fast Looking Like a Political Tool
Political actors and lawyers are accusing the government of turning a capital offence of terrorism into a political tool to silence dissent. Read more »
Uganda: IGP's Vehicle Not Stolen - Police Clarify
The police have dismissed claims that the Inspector General of Police (IGP)'s official vehicle was stolen by thieves. Read more »
Uganda: Kenyan Envoy Speaks Out On FDC Katonga Allegations
The newly appointed Kenyan Ambassador to Uganda, Joash Maangi, has taken office at a time of heightened tension between Uganda and Kenya, as members of the FDC Katonga faction… Read more »
Uganda: Tayebwa Refers Petition Against Ssekikubo to Lands Ministry
The Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa has referred a petition from residents of Lwemiyaga County in Ssembabule district to the Minister for Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Judith… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Tips Zimbabwean Soldiers On Prosperity
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has given a lecture this afternoon to 32 Zimbabwean soldiers at State House Entebbe. Read more »
Uganda: Tayebwa Warns MPs Over Media Statement On Parliament's Regional Sittings
The Deputy Speaker of Parliament Thomas Tayebwa has urged Members of Parliament to be cautious with their media statements, warning that some comments are undermining the integrity… Read more »
August 07
Africa: Odinga Engages German, UK Envoys On AU Commission Candidacy
Raila Odinga, prominent Kenyan opposition politician and AU Commission candidate has held productive discussions with Germany's Ambassador to Kenya, Sebastian Groth, and the UK's… Read more »
Uganda: LOP Ssenyonyi Concerned Over Snub in Regional Parliament Sitting Preps
The Leader of the opposition in Parliament Joel Ssenyonyi has revealed that the Opposition in the House is being excluded from the ongoing preparations for the four regional… Read more »
August 06
Uganda: Parliament Is Not Wasting Taxpayers Money - Tayebwa
Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa has denied allegations that Parliament is misusing taxpayers' money to fund luxurious clothing for the Speaker and himself. Read more »
Uganda: Museveni to Meet Cultural Leader Over 'NRM Vision'
President Museveni has revealed that he will be meeting cultural leaders in Uganda next month. Read more »
Uganda: Govt to Give 20,000 Land Titles to Kikuube Locals
The Ministry of Lands Housing and Urban Development with funding from the World Bank intends to issue out 20,000 free land titles in Kikuube District. Read more »
August 05
Uganda: Embattled Commissioners to Receive Censure Notice
In a significant development, the movers and seconders of the motion seeking to censure the four commissioners of Parliament are poised to take the next step in their quest for… Read more »
Uganda: ICT Ministry Refutes Claims of Overpriced Vehicle Procurement
The Ministry of ICT and National Guidance has refuted media reports alleging that it spent an exorbitant amount of Shs 965 million on a single vehicle. Read more »
Uganda: Protesting As a Constitutional Right - a Perspective From Gen. Mugisha
The former coordinator for Alliance for National Transformation Maj. Gen. Mugisha Muntu has re-echoed that protesting against pressing social issues is a constitution right. Read more »
Uganda: Bugiri Voters Collect 35, 000 Signatures to Censure MP Silwany
Voters in Bukooli central in Bugiri district have so far collected over 35,000 signatures to enable them censure their area Member of Parliament, Solomon Silwany. Read more »
August 04
Uganda: Museveni Praises Nyamutoro At Nebbi Thanksgiving
President Museveni has lauded the dedication and patriotism of his junior minister for energy and mineral development Phiona Nyamutoro. Read more »
Uganda: Govt Salaries to Be Paid Next Week - Minister Musasizi
State Minister of finance in charge of general duties Henry Musasizi has said that government will pay the delayed salaries of civil servants next week. Read more »
August 02
Uganda: Govt Decrees Mandatory Life Jackets for Inland Water Transport
The Ministry of Works and Transport has issued a directive mandating the use of life jackets for all passengers on inland water vessels. Read more »
Uganda: Cut Expenditure or Borrow More - Experts Tell Govt
Experts have urged government to choose from cutting its expenditure or continue borrowing heavily to finance its huge expenditure. Read more »