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 »

Uganda: Bugerere Rally Returns to Kayunga With Boost for Local School

The Eastern Motor Club (EMC) has announced a major community initiative alongside the launch of the Bugerere Stabex Rally, pledging to construct classroom blocks for a struggling… Read more »

Uganda: NRM Boasts of Unity, Mocks Disorganised Opposition Ahead of 2026 Polls

The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) has lashed out at opposition parties, accusing them of lacking organisation and clear political direction, as Uganda inches closer to… Read more »

East Africa: Uganda, Burundi Struggle With Oldest Trucks in the Region

Uganda and Burundi are falling far behind their East African neighbours in tackling vehicle emissions, with a shocking average truck age of 37 years, a new study has revealed.… 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: Ushindi Gears for 25-Year Milestone Celebrations With Road Walk

Ushindi Primary and Secondary School kicked off celebrations marking 25 years of academic and spiritual excellence with a colourful road walk on Tuesday. Read more »

Africa: Nile Breweries ,Uru Meet South African Envoy Ahead of Rugby Africa Cup and Webb Ellis Trophy Tour

In a significant show of partnership and pan-African unity, a joint delegation from Nile Breweries and the Uganda Rugby Union (URU) paid a courtesy visit to the South African High… Read more »

Uganda: PDM Hits Shs1 Trillion in Cash Distributed Through Postbank's Wendi

A trillion shillings has been disbursed to Parish Development Model (PDM) beneficiaries through Wendi, a digital wallet developed by PostBank Uganda, marking a significant… Read more »

Uganda: American Tour Operators Explore Uganda's Hidden Gems to Boost Tourism

A delegation of prominent American tour agents has arrived in Uganda for a curated familiarisation trip aimed at showcasing the country's rich tourism offerings and fostering… Read more »

Uganda: Koffi Olomidé to Headline Afrigo Band's 50th Anniversary Concert in Kampala

Congolese music icon Koffi Olomidé will headline a star-studded concert celebrating 50 years of Afrigo Band, Uganda's longest-standing musical ensemble, in what is shaping… Read more »

Uganda: Gen Muhoozi Orders Arrest of UPDF Engineering's Brig Bekunda

The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has ordered the arrest of Brigadier-General Cyrus Besigye Bekunda, the Joint Staff Chief of the UPDF Engineers… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Plots Cleaner Fuel Future Under New Energy Plan

Uganda is intensifying efforts to combat energy-related emissions and modernize its fuel systems as the country prepares to implement its Fourth National Development Plan (NDP IV),… 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: Uganda's Fertility Rate Drops to 4.5, but Govt Urges Caution Against Future Decline

Uganda's fertility rate has declined to 4.5 children per woman, reflecting progress in access to reproductive health services and education, according to the 2024 National… 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 »

Africa: Experts Call for Greener Cities As Climate Change Fuels Health Crisis in Africa

As climate change continues to exacerbate health inequalities across Africa, experts are now calling for cities to integrate more green infrastructure to cushion urban populations… Read more »

East Africa: Uganda Reinsurance Company Launches USSD-Based Comesa Yellow Card Verification Platform

Uganda Reinsurance Company Limited (Uganda Re) has in partnership with the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) launched a USSD-powered digital verification… 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: Govt to Avail Water for Irrigation in the Hilly Areas of Rubanda ,Minister Musasizi Reveals

The state Minister of finance Henry Musasizi has Revealed that Government Plans to avail Water for irrigation in Hilly Areas of Rubanda District. Read more »

Uganda: Push to Integrate French Into Uganda's Primary School Curriculum Gains Momentum

Language educators in Uganda are urging the government to introduce French as a subject in primary schools. Read more »

Uganda: Experts Urge Investment in Reproductive Rights As Fertility Preferences Shift in Uganda

As the global conversation on fertility shifts from population numbers to personal rights, experts in Uganda are calling for increased investment in reproductive agency to address… 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: Ministry of Health Commissions 134 Community Health Workers in Kyotera

The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health, Dr. Diana Atwine, has commissioned 134 Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWs) who successfully completed six months of… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Warned Against '2.1 Child Crisis' As Global Fertility Falls

Stakeholders in population and reproductive health have warned that the world faces not a crisis of overpopulation or population decline, but a deeper threat to reproductive… Read more »