Uganda: NUP Schedules Kampala Rallies Upon Bobi Wine Nomination

The National Unity Platform (NUP) has announced plans to stage two rallies in Kampala on September 23, 2025, shortly after the nomination of its presidential aspirant Robert… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Revives Witness Protection Bill to Tackle Digital-Age Crime

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has renewed calls for the long-delayed Witness Protection Bill, citing its critical role in reinforcing Uganda's criminal… Read more »

Uganda: Religious Leaders Call for Peaceful, Inclusive Elections Ahead of 2026 Polls

Religious leaders in Uganda have urged faith communities, political actors, and citizens to uphold peace, unity, and inclusiveness as the country prepares for the 2026 general… Read more »

Uganda: Bobi Wine Questions Why No Arrests After BBC Dubai Sex Trafficking Report

National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi, alias Bobi Wine, has criticised the Ugandan government for what he says is failing to take action following a BBC… Read more »

Uganda: 35 Presidential Aspirants Submit Supporter Lists to Electoral Commission for Verification

The Electoral Commission (EC) has confirmed that 35 presidential aspirants have submitted their lists of supporters for verification ahead of next week's nominations. Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Extends Additional Capital to Market Vendors Along Hoima Road

President Museveni has extended a lifeline to roadside market vendors along Hoima Road by providing each with seed capital of Shs 100,000 through the State House Political… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Endorses Teso Cattle Compensation Report, Backs Five-Cow Restocking Scheme

President Museveni has welcomed the recommendations of a consultation report on cattle compensation in Teso, describing the findings as realistic, inclusive, and transformative… Read more »

Uganda: 19 NRM Candidates in Kamwenge Nominated Unopposed for District Council Seats

A total of 19 National Resistance Movement (NRM) flag bearers for district councilor positions in Kamwenge District have been nominated unopposed, the District Returning Officer,… Read more »

Uganda: Digital Expression in Uganda's 2025 Election Landscape

As Uganda approaches a high-stakes election year, the country's digital spaces have emerged as a frontline for political debate, civic mobilisation, and increasing state scrutiny. Read more »

Uganda: Tooro Kingdom - Unlocking a One-in-a-Million Opportunity

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Uganda: Communities Condemn High Court Over Delays in Hearing Cases

Communities in Hoima have expressed frustration with persistent delays in the judicial system, accusing the High Court of denying them timely access to justice. Read more »

Uganda: Bunyoro, Tooro Local Governments Call for Increase in Road Funds

Local leaders from Bunyoro and Tooro regions have urged government to revise its road rehabilitation funding formula to reflect district size, terrain, and road network coverage,… Read more »

Uganda: Mbale City Residents Decry Lack of Health Centre

Namabasa residents say the nearest health facilities are Kabwangasi in Butebo District, Nakaloke Health Centre IV, Namatala Health Centre IV, and Mbale Regional Referral… Read more »

Uganda: Kamugisha Bows Out - Kabale Politician Throws Weight Behind Museveni's 2026 Bid

Former NRM flag bearer Sheikh Kassim Kamugisha has announced that he will not contest as an independent candidate in the upcoming 2026 general elections, pledging instead to focus… Read more »

Uganda: Parliament Approves Shs750bn Loan for Water and Sanitation Project

Parliament has authorized government to borrow Shs 751.5 billion (€183.3 million) from Standard Chartered Bank and an additional Shs120.4 billion from the domestic market… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Marks World Patient Safety Day With Orange Illumination of Nile Bridge

Uganda joined the rest of the world in marking World Patient Safety Day 2025 on Wednesday evening, with the Source of the Nile Bridge in Jinja illuminated in orange, the official… Read more »

Uganda: Law Society Votes to Keep Runaway Leader Ssemakadde in Office

Kampala - Members of the Uganda Law Society (ULS) have voted overwhelmingly to extend the tenure of the society's Governing Council, led by President Isaac Ssemakadde, by six… Read more »

Uganda: Parliament Scrutinises New Loan Requests for Infrastructure Development

Uganda's Parliament has received and referred two significant loan requests to the House Committee on National Economy for further examination. Read more »

Uganda: Teachers Salary Disparities to Be Resolved in Next Fy Budget - Minister Kaducu

The State Minister for Primary Education, Joyce Moriku Kaducu, has assured Parliament that the pay gap between science and humanities teachers will be addressed in the coming… Read more »

Uganda: UPDF Truck Used for Partisan Transport Sparks Parliamentary Questions

Kampala -- The use of a Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) truck to ferry supporters of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) has sparked controversy in Parliament. Read more »

Uganda: Poster Removals in Lubaga South Raise Alarm Over Electoral Fairness

The removal of campaign posters in several parts of Lubaga South has sparked concerns among aspiring candidates and voters, raising questions about fairness in the run-up to the… Read more »

Uganda: Independent Hopefuls Throw Spanners Into Kawempe's Political Machinery

Kawempe Division's political machinery is being disrupted as a group of disillusioned National Unity Platform (NUP) supporters has launched the "Kawempe Empya School of Independent… Read more »

Uganda: Busoga,Toro Strengthen Bilateral Relations Through Cultural Diplomacy

In a significant move to foster cooperation and development, the Kyabazinga of Busoga, His Majesty William Wilberforce Gabula Nadiope IV, and the King of Toro, His Majesty Oyo… Read more »

Uganda: Local Govt Workers Set for October Strike Over Unpaid Salary Enhancements

Kampala -- The Uganda Local Government Workers Union (ULGWU) has announced industrial action beginning October 1, citing the government's failure to honor phased salary increases… Read more »

Uganda: Busega-Mityana Highway Evictions Leave Traders in Ruins, Spark Anger At Govt

Kampala -- A dawn eviction operation along the Busega-Mityana highway has left dozens of traders devastated after their kiosks, stalls, and businesses were demolished by the… Read more »