Uganda: NUP Fronts Paul Mwiru for Speakership

The opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) has announced its decision to field Paul Mwiru as its candidate for Speaker of Parliament, saying the move is intended to restore the… Read more »

Uganda: Gen Muhoozi Backs Tayebwa for Deputy Speaker Slot

Muhoozi Kainerugaba has endorsed Thomas Tayebwa to retain his position as Deputy Speaker in the forthcoming 12th Parliament. Read more »

Uganda: Government Moves to Crack Down On Illegal Mineral Dealers With Tough New Rules

The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development has announced tougher measures targeting unlicensed mineral dealers as government moves to streamline Uganda's mineral trade and… Read more »

Uganda: Namugongo Preparations Continue Despite Martyrs Day Postponement Over Ebola Fears

Painting, cleaning, compound sweeping, and other beautification works continued today at the Namugongo Martyrs Shrines despite government postponing this year's Martyrs Day… Read more »

Uganda: EACOP Champions Skills Transfer As Uganda Prepares for Sustainable Growth

As Uganda prepares for first oil production in July 2026, the country's oil and gas sector is entering a transformative phase driven by skills development, capacity building, and… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Will Buy Shares in Regional Refinery - Museveni Tells Dangote

President Museveni has expressed Uganda's support for a proposed regional oil refinery project following talks with Nigerian billionaire industrialist Aliko Dangote on… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Backs Dangote's Regional Refinery Plan

President Museveni has endorsed plans for a proposed East African regional refinery championed by Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote, saying the project aligns with Uganda's… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Postpones Martyrs Day Celebrations Over Ebola Threat

President Museveni has announced the postponement of this year's Uganda Martyrs Day celebrations, citing fears of Ebola transmission from the neighboring Democratic Republic of… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Signs Sovereignty Act As First Law of Seventh Term

President Museveni has signed the Protection of Sovereignty Act, 2026 into law, making it the first legislation assented to during his seventh constitutional term in office. Read more »

Uganda: Elections Are Over, the New Presidenti Is Sworn in, Now Is Time to Get to Work

Now that the new president has been sworn in for the 2026-2031 term, the end of the election period marks the beginning of a new Kisanja work period. Read more »

Uganda: Mukono Closes Peter Bakaluba Era As New District Leadership Takes Over

Mukono District has officially closed a significant political chapter following the handover of office by outgoing District LCV Chairperson Peter Bakaluba Mukasa and District… Read more »

Uganda: Buganda County Chiefs Warned Against Complacency in Serving the Kabaka

The Minister for Local Governments in Buganda Kingdom Joseph Kawuki has urged the Kabaka's county chiefs to remain hardworking and committed while carrying out kingdom duties. Read more »

Uganda: Govt Scored Below 25 Percent On NDP III, PDM Should Be Judged On Impact, Says Ssemujju

The People's Front for Freedom (PFF) secretary general and former Kira Municipality MP Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda has said government performance under the National Development Plan… Read more »

Uganda: NUP Endorses Johnmary Ssebuufu for KCCA Speakership

The National Unity Platform has endorsed Johnmary Ssebuufu to contest for the position of Speaker of the Kampala Capital City Authority council. Read more »

Uganda: Over 60,000 Leaders Face Punishment Over Undeclared Assets, Says IGG

More than 60,000 public officers and politicians are set to face punishment after failure to declare their wealth to the Inspectorate of Government by April,30. Read more »

Uganda: Ministers Set to Be Dropped, Moved in New Cabinet

President Museveni is expected to constitute a new cabinet in coming hours as he begins his latest term, setting the stage for a reshuffle shaped by performance records, political… Read more »

Uganda: Kabale Prepares for Swearing-in of New District Leadership On May 18

Kabale District is set to usher in a new political leadership on May 18, 2026, with newly elected leaders expected to officially assume office during a swearing-in ceremony at the… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Hails Uganda-China Ties As He Meets President XI Jinping's Special Envoy

President Yoweri Museveni has praised the longstanding relationship between Uganda and China, describing China as a reliable partner that has consistently supported Uganda's… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Faces 24,000 Health Worker Gap As Nurses Push for Reforms

Uganda is facing a critical shortage of nurses and midwives, with health officials warning that the country requires at least 24,000 additional health workers to meet rising demand… Read more »

Uganda: Former Ministers Return to Parliament As Day Two of Swearing-in Closes

Day two of the swearing-in of Members of Parliament saw several former legislators return to the House, with Amelia Kyambadde, former Health Minister Crispus Kiyonga and former… Read more »

Uganda: 354 MPs Sworn in As Rain and Political Rhetoric Define Day Two

The swearing-in ceremony for the 12th Parliament entered its second day on Thursday, marked by a determined spirit as 170 Members of Parliament-elect braved a relentless morning… Read more »

Uganda: Justice Kazibwe Is New Deputy Chief Justice

President Museveni has appointed Justice Moses Kawumi Kazibwe as the new Deputy Chief Justice. Read more »

Uganda: NRM Praises Rwanda's Discipline and Patriotism, Calls for Stronger Regional Cooperation

The National Resistance Movement (NRM) has commended Rwanda for what it described as exemplary discipline, cleanliness, patriotism and national focus, saying Uganda and the wider… Read more »

Uganda: Twelfth Parliament Sworn in - 184 MPs Take Oath On Day One

The morning sun over Kampala carried the weight of a historic transition as the precincts of Uganda's Parliament prepared for a marathon of constitutional duty. Read more »

Uganda: Police Report Peaceful Security Operations During Presidential Inauguration

The Uganda Police Force, in coordination with sister security agencies, has confirmed the successful implementation of comprehensive security and traffic management operations… Read more »