April 16
Uganda: Traders Close Businesses In Protest Over Government 'Neglect'
Traders in the central business district of Kampala and other parts of city have decided to keep their shops shuttered until they have the opportunity to meet with the President in… Read more »
Uganda: Challenges Arise in Civilians Tried in Court Martials in Uganda
In a significant development within Uganda's legal landscape, the spotlight is now shining on the intricate challenges surrounding court martials involving civilians. Read more »
April 08
Rwanda: Rwanda Reflects On 30 Years Since the 1994 Genocide - Observing a Solemn Week of Mourning
Rwanda's President, Paul Kagame, has emphasised that Rwanda's tragedy serves as a warning, highlighting the potential consequences of division and extremism if left unaddressed. Read more »
April 01
Uganda: Stringent Scrutiny of Eateries in the Offing After Cooked Genitalia Incident
Kampala Metropolitan Police say they have arrested two individuals, including the eatery owner and the waitress to help with investigations. Read more »
Uganda: One Arrested As Police Foil Cattle Theft in Mbale City
Mbale central police have arrested a 30-year-old man and impounded Prado Tx allegedly used in transporting suspected stolen cows within and around Bugisu sub-region. Read more »
March 24
Uganda: Uganda's Acting Police Chief Visits Albertine Region, Vows to Tighten Security
Unease settled over the oil-rich Albertine Graben. Expensive equipment hummed across the vast fields, a treasure trove for Uganda. But beneath the whirring machinery lurked a… Read more »
March 19
Uganda: Arson Suspected in Tragic Busia School Fire
A fire engulfed Victory Nursery and Primary School in Busia, claiming the lives of four pupils in the early hours Monday morning. Read more »
March 14
Uganda: Woman, Granddaughter Found Dead in Masese Home
Kevin Kwagala and her 10-year-old Kevin Kasowole were last seen on Tuesday. Read more »
March 08
Uganda: Combatting Mortality - Strategies for Reducing Deaths in Uganda
Uganda, like many other countries, grapples with the challenge of high mortality rates, particularly concerning maternal and child health. However, amidst these challenges, some… Read more »
Uganda: 33% of Uganda's Women Believe Husbands Have Right to Beat Them
The UN in Uganda is urging the government to prioritize the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially those focusing on women's empowerment. This follows the release of the… Read more »
March 04
Uganda: Police Salute Ochola for Improving Efficiency in Force
Police have hailed outgoing Inspector General, John Martins Okoth Ochola as one who helped improve the force's efficiency. Read more »
March 03
Uganda: Ssenyonyi Wants Action Against Illegal Gun Owners
The Leader of Opposition in Parliament, Joel Ssenyonyi, has challenged government to trace all illegal guns in the hands of the public and take action against the holders. Read more »
February 28
Uganda: Alcohol Bill - Psfu Urges Parliament to Shift Focus to Addressing Illicit Alcohol
Officials from the Private Sector Foundation (PSFU) have asked the Members of Parliament on Health and Trade Committee scrutinizing the Alcoholic Drinks Control Bill 2023 to shift… Read more »
Uganda: Prisons Baffled By Rise in Inmate Numbers Despite Drop in Crime Rate
Uganda Prison authorities have raised concern over the rise in the number of inmates despite the drop in the crime rate. Read more »
February 27
Uganda: Daniel Bbosa Assassination - Clan Members Shocked By Gruesome Murders
Ndiga clan members who have described the late Daniel Bbosa as a great man and said his gruesome murder is something they never saw coming and it is a shock to them Read more »
February 20
Rwanda: Victoire Ingabire - I'm Ready to Challenge Kagame in July Polls
Victoire Ingabire Umuhoza has said she will challenge Paul Kagame in the July 15 vote should she gain her political freedom next month. Read more »
December 03, 2023
Uganda: Opposition to Drag Govt to ICC Over Missing Citzens, Says MP Muwanga Kivumbi
Butambala MP,Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi has announced that the opposition intends to bring the Ugandan government to the International Criminal Court (ICC) for the disappearance of… Read more »
December 15, 2023
Uganda: UPDF Soldiers Filmed Flogging Suspected Thief Charged, Remanded
Five UPDF soldiers who were recently captured on video flogging a suspected thief have been arraigned before the 505 brigade unit disciplinary court and charges related to torture… Read more »
December 14, 2023
Uganda: High Court Orders Special General Assembly for Umsc
In a landmark ruling delivered on December 12, 2023, the High Court of Uganda in Jinja has ordered the convening of a special General Assembly for the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council… Read more »
Uganda: Police Intrusion During Molly Katanga's Hospital Surgery Sparks Legal Uproar
In a startling incident that has raised serious questions about the boundaries of law enforcement, police officers have stormed into an operation theatre where Molly Katanga , the… Read more »
Uganda: Three Inmates Escape From Mityana Government Prison
The joint security agencies in Mityana district have put up a serious manhunt for three male inmates who escaped from Mityana government prison on Wednesday afternoon. Read more »
December 13, 2023
Uganda: Over 130 Rwenzururu Royal Guards Receive Amnesty
The Uganda Amnesty Commission has officially granted amnesty certificates to more than 130 former Rwenzururu royal guards, two months after their release. Read more »
Uganda: Bobi Wine Clarifies Homosexuality Stance
In the midst of growing controversy surrounding his recent comments on BBC regarding homosexuality, National Unity Platform (NUP) President Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu remains… Read more »
December 08, 2023
Uganda: Lira Businessmen Accused of Grabbing NFA Land Sent to Prison
A Grade One Magistrate court in Lira City has remanded to Lira Government prison two businessmen for fraudulently procuring a certificate of title in a forest reserve land Read more »
December 06, 2023
Uganda: Stop Pestering Me About Missing Persons, Says Rights Commission Boss
The Uganda Human Rights Commission chairperson, Mariam Wangadya has taken a swipe at a section of opposition politicians whom she said are pestering her about missing Ugandans. Read more »