Uganda: Museveni Defends Balaalo Evictions Amid Growing Tensions in Northern Uganda

President Museveni has defended his recent directives to evict balaalo migrant cattle keepers from Northern, North-Western, and Eastern Uganda, citing rampant illegal grazing, land… Read more »

Uganda: Police Arrest Woman Linked to Dr Kiggundu's Sudden Death

Police have arrested Eva Mbabazi, a woman in her early twenties, in connection with the sudden and mysterious death of Dr John Spire Kiggundu, whose body was discovered at Dream… Read more »

Uganda: Kyambogo University Guild President Dismissed Over Protest

Kyambogo University has dismissed Guild President Benjamin Akiso following disciplinary proceedings that found him guilty of violating several university regulations during recent… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Orders Govt Bailout for Late Aponye's Business Empire

President Museveni has directed Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja to spearhead a government-led intervention to rescue the ailing business empire of the late tycoon Apollo Nyegamehe,… Read more »

Uganda: KCCA Council Summons Ex-Land Board Chair Nsibambi Over Controversial Nakivubo Land Lease

The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) Council has summoned former Kampala District Land Board chairperson Yusuf Nsibambi over a controversial land scandal involving the leasing… Read more »

Uganda: Former MP Wasswa Lule Urges Kampala Voters to Elect Leaders Who Serve the People

Former Member of Parliament Wasswa Lule has urged political aspirants to prioritize the needs of Ugandans over personal ambitions as the country heads toward the 2026 general… Read more »

Uganda: MPs Urge Party Whips to Expedite Appointment of Sectoral Committee Leaders

A group of Members of Parliament, including Muwada Nkunyingi (Kyaddondo East), Robert Migadde (Buvuma), and Abdallah Kiwanuka (Mukono North), has called on Party Whips to urgently… Read more »

Uganda: Bobi Wine Accuses Museveni of Orchestrating Violence

The National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi has launched a scathing attack on the ruling regime, accusing it of engaging in systematic political violence and… Read more »

Uganda: 14 Suspects in June 28 Robbery Spree to Face Court Today-Police

Fourteen suspects accused of attacking and robbing members of the public in Kampala on June 28 are set to appear this morning before the Chief Magistrate's Court at the Law… Read more »

Uganda: Suspects in Museveni Nomination Procession Robbery Attacks Arraigned At Ldc Court

A group of suspects accused of violently attacking and robbing members of the public during a chaotic political event on Saturday, June 28, have been arraigned before the Chief… Read more »

Uganda: Police Arrest 48 in Pre-Dawn Kajjansi Crime Sweep

The Kampala Metropolitan Police have arrested 48 suspects in an intelligence-led operation targeting criminal black spots within the Kajjansi policing area. Read more »

Uganda: 17 Remanded Over Terrorism As Govt Tightens Noose Around Electricity Infrastructure Vandalism

A total of 17 people have been remanded to Luzira on terrorism charges after being arrested over electricity infrastructure vandalism. Read more »

Kenya: Missing Kenyan Opposition Youth Leader Kinyanjui Found in Police Custody

The sudden disappearance of Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) youth leader Peter Kinyanjui has taken a dramatic turn after police confirmed that he is in custody, days after… Read more »

Uganda: Gen Rwashande Denies Ordering Army to Shoot Ssekikubo Supporters in Lwemiyaga

Brigadier-General Emmanuel Rwashande has denied ordering soldiers to open fire during a violent confrontation in Lwemiyaga last week that left one man, Fred Ssembusi, dead and… Read more »

Uganda: Former Allies Collide in Bungokho Central MP Race

A once unshakable political alliance in Bungokho Central has fractured, as Masaba Muhmood--the current Mayor of Industrial Division in Mbale City--launches a spirited bid to unseat… Read more »

Uganda: Chaos in Tororo As NRM Members Protest Suspension of District Registrar

Chaos broke out in Tororo town on Tuesday as members of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) from Tororo County took to the streets to protest the suspension of… Read more »

Uganda: 'I'm What I'm Because of Choppa' - Bobi Wine Pays Tribute to Western Uganda Media Icon Clare Choppa

At the burial of Clare Choppa in Rwiziringiro, Isingiro District on Monday, Bobi Wine delivered a heartfelt tribute, saying he owed much of his stardom to the late media… Read more »

Uganda: Kasese High Court Gears Up to Tackle Criminal Case Backlog in Landmark July Session

In a strategic effort to expedite justice and reduce a growing backlog of criminal cases, the Kasese High Court has launched preparations for a major criminal session set to begin… Read more »

Uganda: Restrictive Laws, Political Pressure Shrinking Media Freedom in Uganda - Report

Uganda's media sector is under growing strain from repressive laws, political interference, and financial pressures that are stifling independent journalism and limiting access to… Read more »

Uganda: Bishop Bukomeko Warns Politicians Against Inciting Fear Ahead of 2026 Elections

As political tensions begin to rise ahead of Uganda's 2026 general elections, the Rt Rev James Bukomeko, Bishop of Mityana Diocese, has called on politicians and civic leaders to… Read more »

Uganda: Residents Dismantle Dilapidated Bridge in Protest, Block Minister Bahati's Campaign Convoy

Tension flared in Nyombe Parish, Kahungye Sub-county, Ndorwa County West, as angry residents on Tuesday dismantled a dilapidated bridge along the Rwenkorongo-Nyombe-Katete-Nkora… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Begins Fuel Blending to Boost Quality, Cut Emissions, and Lower Prices

Uganda has officially commenced the blending of locally produced fuel with ethanol, a move aimed at improving fuel quality, protecting the environment, and reducing pump prices… Read more »

Uganda: MPs and Civil Societies Urge Government to Handle Balaalo Issue With Caution.

The Parliamentary Forum on Land Management, in collaboration with civil societies advocating for land rights, has cautioned the government to approach the issue of balaalo in… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda to Commemorate Victims of Human Trafficking On July 30

As the country enters the month of July, Uganda prepares to commemorate victims of human trafficking, with national celebrations scheduled for the 30th of July. Read more »

Uganda: 21 Arrested Over Destruction of 40 Hectares of Restored Bamboo in Bugoma Forest Reserve

Twenty-one people have been arrested in connection with the destruction of 40 hectares of recently restored bamboo in Bugoma Central Forest Reserve, in what authorities are calling… Read more »