May 05
Uganda: Love Hunt Intensifies On 'Hello Mr Right' As Reality Show Gains Momentum in Season Three
The search for love continues to gather pace on "Hello Mr Right," with the latest season of the dating reality show delivering more than televised romance as contestants navigate… Read more »
Uganda: Pearl Bank Posts Shs47bn Profit in First Results After Rebrand
Pearl Bank Uganda has reported a strong financial performance in its first annual results since rebranding, posting a net profit after tax of Shs47.3 billion for the year ended… Read more »
East Africa: EA Directors League Calls for Stronger Governance and Resilient Leadership in Region
More than 300 business leaders, policymakers, and governance experts from East Africa and beyond gathered in Kampala for the LEAD Convention 2026, where discussions centred on… Read more »
Uganda: Govt Tables Arts Teachers' Pay Rise Proposal
The government has proposed a revised salary structure for arts and humanities teachers, although officials say the timeline for implementation has not yet been finalised. Read more »
Uganda: Today in History - Who Declares End of Covid-19 Global Health Emergency
On this day in 2023, the World Health Organisation announced that COVID-19 no longer constituted a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, marking a major milestone in… Read more »
Uganda: Corpse Flogged After 'Refusing' to Be Transported for Burial
A family transporting the body of a relative for burial in western Uganda was thrown into distress after their vehicle repeatedly broke down under unclear circumstances, prompting… Read more »
May 06
Uganda: Spice Visits Next Media Park Ahead of Safari Beats Concert
International dancehall star Spice visited Next Media Park on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, in a high-energy media tour designed to build momentum ahead of her Safari Beats concert… Read more »
Uganda: Fugitive 'King Keith' Arrested in Uganda After Interpol Alert
Ugandan authorities have arrested a suspected international fugitive identified as Keith Mugisha, also known as "King Keith," following an intelligence-led operation supported by… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Courts Global Investors At China's Canton Fair
Uganda has strengthened its trade, investment, and diplomatic engagement with Asia through high-impact participation at the 139th China Import and Export Fair, widely known as the… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Unveils Inclusive, Gender-Balanced Team for Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games
Uganda has officially launched its campaign for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games at the British High Commission in Uganda, signalling the country's readiness for the upcoming… Read more »
Uganda: Woman to Lose Leg After Failing to Raise Shs5m for Surgery
A 24-year-old woman is staring at the risk of losing her leg if she fails to raise Shs5 million needed for urgent corrective surgery within a week. Read more »
May 05
Uganda: Taxi Operators Bemoan Exclusion From Kampala Transport Reforms
The Federation of Uganda Taxi Operators (UTOF) has raised concern over what it describes as exclusion from consultations surrounding the rollout of electric buses in Kampala,… Read more »
Uganda: Several Drivers Arrested in Bushenyi As Police Crack Down On Overloading
Police in Bushenyi have arrested several drivers in a renewed crackdown on vehicles carrying excess passengers. Read more »
Uganda: Over 30 Foreign Delegations for Museveni Swearing-in
Government has confirmed that more than 30 foreign delegations will attend the swearing-in ceremony of President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni scheduled for May 12, 2026, at Kololo… Read more »
Uganda: May 12 Declared a Public Holiday for Museveni Swearing-in
Tuesday, May 12, has been declared a public holiday to mark the swearing-in of President-elect Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, following his victory in the January 15 presidential… Read more »
Uganda: Police Probe Suspected Murder After Decomposed Body of Missing Woman Found in Kira
Police in Kira Division are investigating a suspected murder following the discovery of a decomposed body believed to be that of a 52-year-old woman who had been reported missing… Read more »
Uganda: Govt Unveils Full Programme for Museveni Swearing-in
The government has unveiled plans for the swearing-in and inauguration of President-elect scheduled for May 12, 2026, at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds in Kampala, outlining a full… Read more »
Uganda: Parliament Dismisses Claims MPs Were Blocked From Accessing House
Parliament has dismissed as false claims that some Members of Parliament were blocked by security personnel from accessing the parliamentary precincts ahead of debate on the… Read more »
Uganda: Buluuli Residents Urged to Stand in Solidarity With Kingdom On Sovereignty Bill
Residents of Buluuli have been urged to stand in solidarity with the Buganda Kingdom as discussions continue over the proposed Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026, currently… Read more »
May 04
Uganda: Black and White Quiz Night Gives Kampala the Perfect Slow Start Into May
As April came to a close and Kampala ushered in the Labour Day holiday weekend, many city dwellers opted for a quieter alternative to the usual parties and crowded dance floors.… Read more »
Uganda: UPDF Receives Battle Group 47 in Somalia, Urges Discipline, Unity in Aussom Mission
The Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF), serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), has formally received Battle Group 47 into its… Read more »
Uganda: Alhashimiyah Hosts Grand 2026 Hajj Send-Off in Kololo Under Salam TV Campaign
Alhashimiyah Hajj and Umrah Services on Sunday hosted a vibrant send-off ceremony for its 2026 Hajj pilgrims at Daynasty Restaurant in Kololo, as part of Salam TV's Road to Makkah… Read more »
Ghana/Uganda: Queen Cranes Eye Comeback After Late Heartbreak in Accra
Uganda's U-20 women's side, the Queen Cranes, will head into the decisive second leg of their Fifa U-20 Women's World Cup qualifier still firmly in contention, despite falling 2-1… Read more »
Uganda: Ibanda Authorities Suspend Gold Mining Over Wetland Degradation Concerns
Authorities in Ibanda District have suspended gold mining activities in Rukiri Sub-county following growing concerns from residents over the degradation of Katembe Wetland. Read more »
Uganda: North Kigezi Bishop Visits Besigye in Luzira, Marks His 70th Birthday
The Bishop of North Kigezi Diocese, Rt. Rev. Onesimus Asiimwe, on Sunday conducted a pastoral visit to veteran opposition leader and four-time presidential candidate, Col (Rtd) Dr.… Read more »











