July 01, 2025
Uganda: Uganda's HIV Numbers Cross 1.5 Million Mark As Adults Bear the Heaviest Burden
Uganda's total number of people living with HIV has surpassed 1.5 million, according to the latest 2024 estimates from the Uganda AIDS Commission, a figure that signals a… Read more »
July 02, 2025
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: Ugandan Police Officers Applauded for Professionalism in Somalia Peacekeeping Mission
The Uganda Police Force (UPF) has lauded the 12th Formed Police Unit (FPU) for its exemplary professionalism, discipline, and resilience during a 14-month peacekeeping deployment… 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: Museveni Hails Jinja Agricultural Show for Promoting Agriculture, Tourism, Minerals, and Services
President Museveni has commended the annual Jinja Agricultural Show for its central role in advancing Uganda's development strategy anchored in Agriculture, Tourism, Minerals, and… Read more »
July 01, 2025
Uganda: Uganda Makes Significant Strides in HIV Response As Key Indicators Improve Across the Board
Uganda's fight against HIV has shown measurable progress, with more people now accessing testing, treatment, and achieving viral suppression than ever before, according to new 2024… Read more »
June 30, 2025
Uganda: Women Urged to Preserve Nature Through Home Gardening
Women have been urged to preserve nature through planting trees, with a strong emphasis on the transformative role of home gardening. Read more »
Uganda: How Proper Waste Sorting Can Help Solve Kampala's Waste Problem
Waste isn't just a city issue, it starts at home. And so do the solutions. One of the biggest challenges facing Kampala today is the growing amount of unmanaged waste. But there's… Read more »
Uganda: Marketing and Communications Industry Professionals Champion Mental Wellness and Retirement Preparedness At Intersociety Meetup
Over the weekend, members of Uganda's top professional bodies in marketing, advertising, public relations, and human resources came together for the third annual Intersociety Meet… Read more »
Uganda: President Museveni Hosts Benny Hinn At State Lodge Nakasero
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on Sunday hosted world-renowned evangelist Pastor Benny Hinn at the State Lodge in Nakasero, in a deeply spiritual and reflective meeting centered… Read more »
Uganda: Obongi Security Committee Halts Construction Projects Lacking Boqs, Plans
Starting Tuesday, July 1st, 2025, all ongoing construction and renovation projects in Obongi District without approved Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and building plans will be stopped… Read more »
Uganda: NBS Sport Gears Up for Live Coverage of the 2025 Rugby Africa Cup
The Uganda Rugby Cranes XVs are back on home soil after a demanding tour of Southern Africa, setting the stage for what promises to be a thrilling home campaign at the 2025 Rugby… Read more »
Uganda: Immigration, Understaffing Affects Health Service Delivery in Kikuube
In spite of the China National Offshore Oil Company's (CNOOC) efforts to promote CSR in the health sector through free medical camps within project host communities, it has been… Read more »
Uganda: Nextars On the Move Igniting Purpose and Power in Uganda's Youth
The Nextars Movement is lighting up schools across Uganda. Last week, the nationwide youth empowerment initiative made powerful stops at Seeta High School Mukono, Mr. and Miss Teen… Read more »
Uganda: Shilling Strengthens As Dollar Slides On Global and Domestic Developments
The Ugandan shilling made modest gains in Friday's 27th June trading session, buoyed by improved investor sentiment and a softer US dollar. Read more »
Uganda: Centum Investments Issues Profit Warning, Expects 25 Percent Drop in Earnings
Leading East African investment firm Centum Investment Company PLC has issued a profit warning, announcing a projected 25% decline in net earnings for the financial year ended… Read more »
Uganda: Civil Society Demands Urgent Action On Junk Food Epidemic
Ugandan children are facing a silent but deadly epidemic that is driven not by infections but by the food on their plates. Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) are sounding the alarm… Read more »
July 01, 2025
Uganda: U.S. Warns Ugandan Travelers On Using Visas for Childbirth
The United States Mission in Uganda has issued a communique to visa holders and applicants about the proper use of U.S. visitor visas, particularly in relation to childbirth. 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 »
June 30, 2025
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 »
Uganda: Mpigi District Boss, Service Commission Officials Remanded Over Job Bribery Scandal
The Mpigi Chief Magistrates Court has charged and remanded the district chairperson, Martin Ssejjemba, along with Fredrick Kirumira, the Ccairperson of the District Service… Read more »
Uganda: 'I Called Barbie for Help, Bobi Responded With Insults' - Bebe Narrates What Caused Feud
Singer Moses Ssali alias Bebe Cool has opened up on the roots of his long-standing feud with fellow artist and political figure Robert Kyagulanyi commonly known as Bobi Wine. Read more »
East Africa: Bebe Cool Set to Take Over East Africa With New Album
Ugandan music heavyweight Bebe Cool is gearing up to take East Africa by storm following the release of his latest album, Break the Chains. Read more »
