Uganda: Stray Elephant Captured, Relocated to Kibale National Park After Months of Terror in Kamwenge

A stray elephant that had terrorized communities in Kamwenge District for months has finally been captured and relocated to Kibale National Park, bringing relief to residents. Read more »

Uganda: 'Like a Tsunami' - Muguzi Warns Sovereignty Bill Could Reshape Civic Space

The Executive Director of the Alliance for Finance Monitoring (ACFIM), Henry Muguzi, has described the proposed National Sovereignty Bill, 2025, as a sweeping and potentially… Read more »

Uganda: Law Society Slam Attorney General Over 'Vague' Guidance On Nullified Laws

The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has challenged the Attorney General's interpretation of the recent Constitutional Court ruling that nullified key provisions of the Computer Misuse… Read more »

Uganda: Buganda Kingdom Assesses 2023-2028 Strategic Plan Implementation

Leaders from the Buganda Kingdom have received a progress report on the implementation of the Kingdom's Strategic Plan (2023-2028), reviewing achievements and challenges recorded… Read more »

Uganda: Use Library to Improve Academic Performance, Air Force Tells Entebbe Students

The Deputy Commander Air Force, Major General David Isimbwa, representing the Commander Air Force, Lieutenant General Charles Okidi, has urged students of Entebbe Air Force… Read more »

Uganda: BCU Urged to Address Youth, Gender Gaps in Cooperative Movement

Leaders of the Bugisu Cooperative Union (BCU) have been urged to address widening generational and gender gaps within cooperative societies, amid warnings that failure to attract… Read more »

Uganda: Government Launches Second Phase of Elgon Landslide Resettlement Programme

Government has launched the second phase of a resettlement programme for landslide victims in the Elgon sub-region, with each verified household set to receive Shs.10 million and… Read more »

Uganda: Government Expands School Infrastructure in Masaka District

Government has intensified efforts to improve infrastructure in public schools, with Masaka District among the key beneficiaries, in a move aimed at enhancing the quality of… Read more »

Uganda: Leaders Raise Alarm Over Rising Crime in Wamala Region

Security officials and local leaders in the Wamala Region have raised concern over rising crime levels, particularly among youth, attributing the trend to unemployment and… Read more »

Uganda: Budget Speech to Be Read On June 11, Says Minister Musasizi

The Minister of State for Finance, Planning and Economic Development, Henry Musasizi, has announced that the official Budget Speech for FY 2026/27 will be presented on Thursday,… Read more »

Uganda: Govt Proposes New Taxes On Spirits, Cement in Excise Duty Bill

Government has proposed new excise taxes on imported spirits and cement under the Excise Duty (Amendment) Bill, 2026, aimed at raising additional domestic revenue. Read more »

Uganda: Court to Hear Petition Challenging Bukooli South MP-Elect Over Identity and Academic Qualifications

The High Court in Iganga has admitted for hearing a petition challenging the outcome of the Bukooli South County parliamentary election. Read more »

Uganda: Government Faces Pressure Over Afcon 2027 Stadium Preparations Amid Quality Concerns

The Government of Uganda is facing mounting pressure to account for its infrastructure preparations ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations 2027, following concerns over the quality and… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda-U.S. Medical Data Agreement Sparks Parliamentary Scrutiny Amid Legal Assurances

A newly confirmed medical data-sharing agreement between Uganda and the United States has triggered sharp debate in Parliament, with lawmakers demanding transparency over its scope… Read more »

Uganda: Forced Evictions in Mukono Leave Traders Devastated

Tension and distress gripped parts of Mukono Municipality on Wednesday following a forceful operation by authorities to enforce trade order regulations, leaving several traders… Read more »

Uganda: Parliament Defers Sugarcane Weighbridge Debate Amid Theft Concerns

Kampala -- Parliament has deferred debate on sugarcane weighbridge regulation until April 15, directing State Minister for Trade, Industry and Cooperatives (Industry) David Bahati… Read more »

Uganda: Celebrated Sports Journalist Allan Ssekamatte Dies

Veteran Ugandan sports journalist and celebrated pundit Allan Ssekamatte has died after a prolonged battle with heart complications. Read more »

Uganda: Government Launches Phase Two of Elgon Landslide Resettlement Programme

The government has launched the second phase of its resettlement and cash transfer programme targeting households at risk of landslides in Kween District, as part of ongoing… Read more »

Uganda: How the Arbitration Board Will Protect Young Workers' Rights

For many Ugandan workers, the real struggle begins after a workplace injury. Read more »

Uganda: Dr. Rogers Matte Appointed Deputy Executive Director of National Planning Authority

The National Planning Authority (NPA) has appointed Dr. Rogers Matte as its new Deputy Executive Director, strengthening the institution's leadership amid the country's ambitious… Read more »

Uganda: State Withdraws Earlier Charges Against Lawyer Male Mabirizi, Files New Broadcasting and Defamation Case

The State has withdrawn earlier Computer Misuse Act charges against city lawyer Male H. Mabirizi K. Kiwanuka and filed fresh charges, further escalating his ongoing legal… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni, World Bank Delegation Discuss Strategic Development Priorities

President Museveni has met with a delegation from the World Bank led by Qimiao Fan, Division Director for Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia, and Uganda. He was accompanied by Francisca… Read more »

Uganda: Uvtab Assessment Results Show Strong Pass Rates but Reveal Critical Skills Gaps

UVTAB Assessment Results Show Strong Pass Rates but Reveal Critical Skills Gaps Read more »

Uganda: Civil Society Reviews SDG Progress Ahead of 2030 Deadline

Civil society actors, development partners and government agencies have met in Kampala to assess Uganda's progress on key Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), as the 2030 deadline… Read more »

Uganda: State House Seeks Shs480bn Budget, Flags Pressure From Presidential Donations

State House has presented a Shs481.2 billion budget for the 2026/2027 financial year, citing rising and often unpredictable demands, including increasing requests for presidential… Read more »