Uganda: Construction of Jinja District Headquarters Stalls

Construction of the Jinja District headquarters has stalled at 65 percent completion, with district officials citing persistent funding shortfalls from the central government as… Read more »

Sudan: Uganda Hosts Sudanese Students for Exams Amid War Disruptions

Uganda is hosting thousands of Sudanese students for their national secondary certificate examinations in a major effort to sustain education amid the ongoing conflict in Khartoum. Read more »

Uganda: Low Judiciary Funding Blamed for Remand Home Congestion in Uganda

Low funding in Uganda's Judiciary has been blamed for the congestion of remand homes, with delays in case handling continuing to worsen across the justice system. Read more »

East Africa: Uganda Showcases Coffee Excellence At World of Coffee Expo SAN Diego 2026

Uganda has once again asserted its presence on the global coffee stage, making a strong impression at the World of Coffee Expo San Diego 2026 in the United States. Read more »

Uganda: Sudanese Embassy Appeals for Eased University Entry for Displaced Students Sitting Exams in Uganda

The Sudanese Embassy in Uganda has appealed to authorities to ease university admission requirements for Sudanese students sitting national examinations in Kampala, warning that… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Hails Gen Saleh's Sacrifice, Patriotism in Liberation Struggle

President Museveni has hailed Caleb Akandwanaho, famously known as Gen. Salim Saleh, for sacrificing his youthful days to join the liberation struggle, describing him as a symbol… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Urges NRM MPs to Drop Foreign Trips, Focus On Constituencies

President Museveni has urged newly elected Members of Parliament (MPs) from the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) to reduce foreign travel and dedicate more time to… Read more »

Uganda: 10 Killed in Manafwa, Buyende Motorcycle Crashes As Police Intensify Road Safety Crackdown

At least 10 people have died in two separate motorcycle crashes in eastern Uganda, with traffic police linking the fatalities to overloading, speeding, and reckless riding as… Read more »

Uganda: Double Eviction Leaves Ntungamo Garage Owners Stranded As Forestry Crackdown Intensifies

Garage owners and mechanics in Ntungamo Municipality are facing mounting uncertainty after being subjected to back-to-back evictions that have left many without a stable place to… Read more »

Uganda: Govt Reaffirms Strong Türkiye Ties Amid Diplomatic Ripples Over Muhoozi Remarks

The government has reaffirmed its strong and growing bilateral relations with the Republic of Turkey following high-level diplomatic discussions held in Kampala on Monday between… Read more »

Uganda: Ggoobi Urges NRM MPs to Reject 'Budget Games,' Push Accountability and Infrastructure-Led Growth

The Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury (PSST), Ramathan Ggoobi, has urged political leaders to take a more deliberate role in steering Uganda's socio-economic… Read more »

East Africa: Uganda Hosts Chinese Investors for High-Level Trade, Tourism Investment Tour

Uganda is currently hosting a high-level delegation of Chinese investors and industry representatives as part of the ongoing Uganda-China Coffee Investment and Destination Tour, a… Read more »

Uganda: Renewed Fight Against HIV/Aids As 140,000 Participate in Kabaka Birthday Run

It was a renewed fight against HIV/AIDS as thousands on Sunday morning participated in the 13th Kabaka Birthday run at Bulange, Mengo, the Buganda Kingdom headquarters. Read more »

Uganda: Mbidde Rules Out Mao's Speakership Bid, Cites NRM Tradition and Cooperation Deal Limits

Democratic Party vice president Fred Mukasa Mbidde has publicly cautioned party leader Norbert Mao against pursuing the Speakership, arguing that political realities, party… Read more »

Africa: Coca-Cola Beverages Africa Kicks Off 'Year of the Customer,' Honouring Teams Driving Market Excellence

Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) has declared 2026 its "Year of the Customer," underscoring a renewed strategic focus on customer-centric growth during its annual leadership… Read more »

Uganda: Economists Urge Ugandans to Tighten Spending As Cost of Living Bites

As economic pressures continue to squeeze household incomes across Uganda, economists are delivering a clear and urgent message: discipline in saving and spending is no longer… Read more »

Uganda: Security Intensifies Crackdown On Illegal Mining in Kassanda

Security agencies in the Wamala Region have intensified a crackdown on illegal mining activities in Kassanda District following a directive from the Ministry of Energy and Mineral… Read more »

Uganda: UPDF Commends Masindi Army Secondary School for Strong UCE, UACE Performance

The Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF) has commended Masindi Army Secondary School for its outstanding performance in the 2025 Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) and Uganda… Read more »

Uganda: Water Crisis Deepens in Tororo As Boreholes Break Down

Access to clean and safe water remains a pressing challenge for many residents in Tororo District, as a growing number of community boreholes fall into disrepair. Read more »

Uganda: Kyankwanzi - VP Alupo Calls for Institutional Harmony, Innovation

Vice President Maj (Rtd) Jessica Alupo has emphasized the importance of harmony among the Executive, Legislature, and Judiciary, noting that while each arm of government has… Read more »

Uganda: Miners Protest Eviction As Police Enforce Mining Ban in Kassanda

Uganda Police, through the Mineral Protection Unit, has deployed an enforcement team to implement a directive from the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development ordering gold… Read more »

Uganda: Kayunga RDC Commends Kabaka Birthday Run for Community Impact

The Assistant Resident District Commissioner (ARDC) for Kayunga District, Umer Mitala has commended the Kabaka Birthday Run for promoting unity and improving community health,… Read more »

Uganda: Masaka Leaders Hail Kabaka's Role in Transforming Women's Health

Leaders in Masaka City have intensified preparations to mark the 71st birthday of the Kabaka, using the occasion to highlight the life-changing impact of his campaign against… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda's IPSO-TC Deepens Military Training Cooperation With US Army War College

The International Peace Support Operations Training Centre (IPSO-TC) International Peace Support Operations Training Centre on Saturday received a distinguished delegation from the… Read more »

Uganda: Police Dismantle Suspected Gang Behind Soroti Mobile Money Robbery, Murder

Police in the East Kyoga Region have arrested 11 suspects in connection with an aggravated robbery and fatal shooting that claimed the life of Patricia Kokunda, a 36-year-old… Read more »