Uganda: Katikkiro Defends Mailo System, Cites Governance Gaps in Land Disputes

The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has defended the Mailo land tenure system while attributing persistent land disputes in Uganda to governance failures, slow… Read more »

Uganda: Suluhu and Ruto Talk Opposites On Joint Refinery Plan

Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan has questioned a proposed oil refinery in Tanga, saying she was not aware of the project despite its announcement by her Kenyan… Read more »

Uganda: Court Sentences Two Men for Selling False HIV Cure in Masaka

Two Rwandan nationals have been convicted in Masaka after allegedly selling fake medicine they claimed could cure HIV/Aids within two weeks. Read more »

Uganda: Abodo Urges Cultural Leaders to Strengthen Justice Delivery Through Alternative Justice Systems

Principal Judge Jane Frances Abodo has called for deeper involvement of cultural leaders in Uganda's justice system, stressing that Alternative Justice Systems (AJS) and… Read more »

Uganda: Ssingo Unveils New Leadership for Football Team

The leadership of Ssingo County has unveiled a new management committee to steer the Ssingo football team, ushering in fresh preparations and organizational reforms ahead of the… Read more »

Uganda: Kabale University Students Urged to Uphold Journalism Ethics in Digital Era

Kabale University journalism students have been urged to uphold professional ethics and responsible reporting in the face of rapidly expanding digital media platforms and growing… Read more »

Uganda: Rubanda Disburses Shs350m to Vulnerable Groups to Boost Household Incomes

Rubanda District authorities have disbursed over Shs350 million to support vulnerable groups under various government livelihood programmes aimed at boosting household incomes and… Read more »

Uganda: Government Agencies Unite to Drive Agricultural Transformation

Uganda is set to host the 32nd National Agricultural Show alongside the 5th National Agricultural Education Show from June 26, 2026, to July 11, 2026, at the UNFFE Showgrounds, in… Read more »

Uganda: Buganda Kingdom Applauds Ndiga Clan for Promoting Cultural Tourism in Mpigi

The Buganda Kingdom has commended the Ndiga clan for its initiative to develop and promote its ancestral heritage site at Kibuuka Omumbaale in Mbaale, Mawokota, Mpigi District,… Read more »

Uganda: Police Probe Sudden Death At Kabale Hotel

Police in Kabale District are investigating circumstances surrounding the sudden death of a man whose body was found in a hotel room at Manhattan Hotel in Kabale Municipality. Read more »

Uganda: Kabale Leaders Clash Over Sovereignty Law As Fears Grow Over Civil Liberties

Political leaders in Kabale District have expressed sharply divided views following the passage of the Protection of Sovereignty Act, 2026, with critics warning that the law could… Read more »

Uganda: From Dancehall to Gomesi - Jamaican Dancehall Star Spice Leaves Uganda Talking

Jamaica's dancehall scene is often associated with bold fashion, high energy, and unapologetic self-expression. It is a world far removed--at least on the surface--from the… Read more »

Uganda: Explainer - What Parliament Changed in Sovereignty Bill Before Passing It

The Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026 entered Parliament as one of the broadest and most controversial pieces of legislation in recent years. Read more »

Uganda: Prince Nakibinge Commends Bamus Sarovar Portico Hotel

The titular head of Muslims in Uganda, Prince Kassim Nakibinge, has praised Bamus Sarovar Portico Hotel Kampala for its high standards and adherence to Islamic principles during a… Read more »

Uganda: Tusker Lite Neon Run Set to Light Up Kampala This Friday

With just days to go, all eyes are now on Kololo as the Tusker Lite Neon Run takes place this Friday, May 8th, at Circuit Lounge, promising a unique mix of fitness and fun. The… Read more »

Uganda: Microfinance Support Centre Rolls Out Loan Clinics to Bridge Uganda's Credit Gap

The Microfinance Support Centre (MSC) has launched a nationwide rollout of Regional Loan Clinics aimed at extending affordable credit to underserved communities and strengthening… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: Today in History - Cabinet Backs UPDF Withdrawal From Key DR Congo Positions

Cabinet on May 7, 2001 took a major step towards reducing the country's military presence in the Democratic Republic of Congo after backing the complete and immediate withdrawal of… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Hails Passage of Sovereignty Bill

President Museveni has applauded Members of Parliament for passing the Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026, describing it as a landmark step in safeguarding Uganda's right to… Read more »

Uganda: Mayiga Reflects On 13 Years of Transformation in Buganda

Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga has outlined key achievements registered during his 13 years in office since assuming the position of Katikkiro (Premier) of Buganda Kingdom. Read more »

Uganda: Prisons Service Promotes 336 Officers in South Western Region, Leaders Urge Professionalism

The Uganda Prisons Service has promoted 336 officers across the South Western Region, with leaders urging the newly elevated personnel to uphold discipline, professionalism, and… Read more »

Uganda: Archbishop Odama Warns Sovereignty Bill Could Deepen Divisions in Uganda

Archbishop John Baptist Odama has warned that the proposed Sovereignty Bill could deepen divisions in Uganda, cautioning that legislation should promote unity rather than set… Read more »

Uganda: Oil Companies Fund Farming Modernisation Techniques in Albertine Region

On the shores of Lake Albert, the sun does not just shine. It bakes. For the people of Buliisa, that heat used to mean dry soil and empty plates; today, if you walk past the home… Read more »

Uganda: Prisons Service Promotes 219 Officers in North Western Region

The Uganda Prisons Service has promoted 219 officers across the North Western Region, with leaders urging the newly elevated personnel to uphold discipline, professionalism, and… Read more »

Uganda: Police Investigate After Four-Year-Old Girl Is Found Dead in Mityana Garden

Police in Mityana Municipality have launched investigations into the death of a four-year-old girl whose body was discovered in a garden after she had been reported missing for two… Read more »

Uganda: Ibanda Health Workers Trained to Boost Early Detection of Birth Defects

Health workers in Ibanda District have received targeted training to improve early screening and diagnosis of congenital malformations in newborns, a step aimed at reducing… Read more »