May 20
Uganda: Govt Issues New Ebola Guidelines for Public Gatherings, Transport
The Ministry of Health Uganda has issued new Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) aimed at preventing the spread of Ebola Virus Disease during public gatherings, religious… Read more »
Uganda: Law Society Tells Off Military Over Counsel Alaka's Anita Among Representation
The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has issued a strongly worded rebuke against senior military officials following a wave of social media threats and extrajudicial warnings targeting… Read more »
May 19
Uganda: Police Raid Suspected Phone Thief's Home in Nansana, Recover Six Stolen Phones
Police in Nansana have raided the home of a suspected phone thief and recovered six mobile phones believed to have been stolen, following an operation led by the area District… Read more »
Kenya: Uganda, Kenya Launch Reconciliation Roadmap Over Karamoja Killings
Uganda and Kenya have formally agreed to resolve the 2022 killing of Ugandan geologists and Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) soldiers in Karamoja through a cultural justice… Read more »
May 18
Uganda: Black & White Quiz Nights Keep Kampala's Spirit of Sharing Alive
The spirit of sharing and togetherness came alive once again on Friday night as Black & White hosted another edition of its popular Quiz Night at Inspire Café, drawing… Read more »
East Africa: Uganda's Mineral Sector Pushes for One-Stop Gold Buying Centre to Curb Scams, Boost Transparency
Players in Uganda's mineral sector are moving to centralize gold trading through a proposed one-stop buying centre, a move aimed at cleaning up the market, eliminating scams, and… Read more »
Uganda: Bunyoro MPs Pledge to Push University, Oil Jobs and Commercial Agriculture
Members of Parliament from the Bunyoro region who were sworn in this week have outlined their priorities for the new term, with a focus on operationalising Bunyoro University,… Read more »
Uganda: Justice Abodo Launches Commercial Mediation Fortnight to Tackle Case Backlog
The Principal Judge, Lady Justice Jane Frances Abodo, has said the Judiciary has elevated Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) from being viewed as an alternative mechanism to… Read more »
Uganda: Gilbey's Hangouts Sparks Debate On Side Partners As Revelers Unwind in Kampala
Revelers turned up in large numbers for the latest edition of Gilbey's Hangouts in Kampala, spending the night relaxing, socialising and enjoying music in a laid-back atmosphere… Read more »
Uganda: Bunyoro Kingdom Unveils Plans for Omukama's 32nd Coronation Anniversary
Bunyoro-Kitara Kingdom has confirmed plans to commemorate the 32nd coronation anniversary of Omukama Dr Solomon Gafabusa Iguru I, scheduled for June 11, 2026. Read more »
Uganda: Police Arrest Two in Lwengo Marijuana Crackdown
Police in Lwengo District have arrested two suspects during an operation targeting marijuana dealers and growers in Malongo Sub-county, as security agencies intensify efforts to… Read more »
Uganda: Tayebwa Calls for Unity Among Sembabule Leaders to Boost Service Delivery
Former Deputy Speaker of Parliament and Ruhinda North MP Thomas Tayebwa, together with the Vice National Chairperson of the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU), Michael Nuwagira, have… Read more »
Uganda: Notorious Wakiso Land Grabber Jailed Eight Years
The High Court has sentenced Charles Kyagaba, a notorious land grabber in Wakiso District, to eight years' imprisonment on two counts of obtaining money by false pretences, with… Read more »
Uganda: PM Nabbanja Urges Wakiso Leaders to Embrace Museveni's 'No Sleep' Work Ethic
The Prime Minister of Uganda, Robinah Nabbanja, has called upon newly sworn-in leaders in Wakiso District to adopt President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni's "term of no sleep" leadership… Read more »
Uganda: 'Has She Resigned Yet?' Nada Andersen's Relentless Protest Gets Its Answer - - but She Still Wants More
For 22 months straight, Nada Andersen woke up every morning and posted the same sentence on X: "Good morning. Has she resigned yet?" Read more »
Uganda: Chaos Erupts At Wakiso Swearing-in As NRM Supporter Tries to Block NUP Councillor's Oath
Drama and confusion disrupted the swearing-in ceremony of newly elected leaders in Wakiso District after a supporter of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) attempted to… Read more »
Uganda: Nabakooba Holds Thanksgiving Service As NRM Celebrates Political Comeback in Mityana
Judith Nabakooba has held a thanksgiving ceremony in Mityana District to appreciate residents for re-electing her as Woman Member of Parliament and to thank God for surviving a… Read more »
May 19
Uganda: Bond Seven Celebrates Biggest Night for Smallest Rapper
Thousands of luga flow fans showed up at Lugogo Cricket Oval for the Hip Hop Ku Ntiko concert to celebrate Fefe Bussi's lyrical journey fueled by the smooth spirit of Bond 7. Read more »
Uganda: Uganda's Mixed Record On Prosecuting Powerful Officials
The investigations involving former Speaker Anita Among are unfolding against a complicated legal and political backdrop in Uganda. Read more »
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 »
May 18
Uganda: Church Calls for Calm After Martyrs Day Celebrations Postponed Over Ebola
The Uganda Episcopal Conference has officially guided Catholics across the country to remain prayerful and calm following the postponement of this year's National Uganda Martyrs… Read more »
Uganda: Congolese Pilgrims Return Home After Ebola Fears Halt Martyrs Day Pilgrimage
Hope and excitement among Congolese pilgrims in Kasese District turned into disappointment after government postponed this year's Uganda Martyrs Day celebrations due to the Ebola… Read more »
May 19
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: Uganda Bans Handshakes As Ebola Response Measures Tighten
The Ministry of Health has announced a temporary ban on handshakes and other forms of physical greeting following the confirmation of two Ebola cases from the Democratic Republic… Read more »
Uganda: U.S. Embassy in Kampala Suspends Visa Services Over Ebola Outbreak
The United States Embassy Kampala has announced a temporary suspension of all visa operations in Uganda, citing concerns related to the ongoing Ebola outbreak. Read more »
