February 17
Uganda: Uptown Kampala Rotary Club Unveils Women-Focused Community Library
The Rotary Club of Uptown Kampala has hosted the District Governor Rtn Geoffrey Kitakule. Read more »
Africa: Uganda Urges Realism On Somalia, DRC As Sweden Takes Contact Group Leadership
The Ambassador of Sweden to Uganda, Maria Hakansson, has held talks with State Minister for Regional Affairs John Mulimba following Sweden's assumption of the chairmanship of the… Read more »
Uganda: 255 Suspects Arrested in Kampala, Wakiso Anti-Crime Crackdown
A joint security task force has arrested 255 suspects during coordinated operations targeting crime hotspots across Wakiso District and Kampala. Read more »
Uganda: Omutaka Gabunga Warns Against Unauthorized Sale of Clan Property, Commends Descendants for Supporting Cultural Development
The Hereditary Cheif of the Mmamba (Lungfish) Clan (Namakaka lineage), Omutaka Gabunga James Mubiru Zziikwa V, who also serves as the 38th Gabunga, has strongly cautioned clan… Read more »
Uganda: 45 Somali National Army Soldiers Complete Specialized Weapons Training in Shalamboti
Forty-five soldiers of the 62 Battalion under the 06 Brigade of the Somali National Army (SNA) have successfully completed an intensive one-month Organic Support Weapons training… Read more »
Uganda: Love At Every Sip As V&A Owns Valentine's
Valentine's Day is traditionally a time for couples to celebrate love, but this year felt even more special as the day found a perfect partner in V&A, Uganda's Favourite… Read more »
Uganda: Dance, Opera As Don Julio Treats Lovers to an Exquisite Valentine's Experience
On Valentine's Day, Don Julio tequila, in partnership with Mediterraneo restaurant in Kololo, took celebrations to another level. Read more »
Uganda: Soul and R&b Comes to Life At Strictly Soul Lovers Edition With Blonde
There is something special about music that has aged over twenty years. It carries a kind of power, surreal and emotional, with the ability to pause life and rewind time. Read more »
Uganda: Tororo Voters Sweep Out Incumbents As New Leaders Face Corruption Storm
Voters in Tororo have ushered in a new political era after rejecting both the incumbent mayor and municipality Member of Parliament in a sweeping electoral shift that cut across… Read more »
Uganda: Kenya's Lawyer Karua to Make Fresh Bid for Besigye's Release Next Week
Kenyan politician and lawyer Martha Karua has signalled plans to intensify efforts to secure the release of Ugandan opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye ahead of his next scheduled… Read more »
Uganda: Tension Erupts Outside Butambala Court As Kivumbi Supporters Chase Away Magala
Tension flared outside the Butambala Chief Magistrate's Court on Tuesday after supporters of Butambala County Member of Parliament Muwanga Kivumbi chased away local political… Read more »
Uganda: South African Trio Charged With Bolt Driver's Murder Filmed On Dashcam
BBC - Three South Africans have been charged with murder following the killing of an e-hailing taxi driver, the manner of whose death, captured on dashcam footage, has shocked many… Read more »
February 18
Uganda: Who Is Girma Wake?
When Girma Wake was appointed acting Chief Executive Officer of Uganda Airlines last week, it marked what many in aviation circles described as a high-stakes return to leadership… Read more »
Uganda: Babu Calls for Board Overhaul At Uganda Airlines
Aviation expert Francis Babu has called for the immediate dissolution of the board of Uganda Airlines and a comprehensive forensic audit of the airline, arguing that both steps are… Read more »
Africa: South African Entrepreneur Boosts Africa-China Trade With Two-Way Business Model
A South African entrepreneur is bridging the gap between Africa and China, helping African businesses access Chinese markets while promoting African products abroad. Read more »
Uganda: Kampala Metropolitan Police Commander,Deputy Sacked
The Inspector General of Police, Abbas Byakagaba has with immediate effect sacked the Kampala Metropolitan police commander, Commissioner of Police, Richard Ecega. Read more »
Uganda: Museveni, Saudi Arabian Delegation Talk Coffee Value Addition
President Museveni on Tuesday hosted a high-level delegation from the Saudi Arabia at State House, Entebbe, in an investment-focused meeting aimed at strengthening bilateral… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni, IMF Director Discuss Uganda's Economic Growth,Tax Base Expansion
President Museveni has hosted Abebe Aemro Selassie, Director of the African Department at the International Monetary Fund, at State House Entebbe, where the two discussed Uganda's… Read more »
Uganda: More Suspects Rounded Up As Kampala Police Go Hard On Criminals
Police have carried out more disruptive operations targeting criminals in Kampala. Read more »
February 17
Uganda: Buganda Kingdom Teachers Trained On Best Practices for Early Childhood Education
Early childhood educators and headteachers from Buganda Kingdom schools have received specialized training on effective teaching methods aimed at improving learning outcomes for… Read more »
Uganda: Jet Vows to Petition High Court Over Mawogola North Election Results
Former parliamentary candidate John Jet Tumwebaze has announced plans to petition the High Court challenging the victory of Sodo Aine Kaguta, citing what he describes as widespread… Read more »
Uganda: MP Kivumbi to Stay in Jail One More Month
The court presided over by Justice Deogratias Ssejjemba has adjourned proceedings in the Kivumbi case to March 10, granting the prosecution additional time to continue ongoing… Read more »
Uganda: Court Dismisses Kivumbi Human Rights Application
The High Court, presided over by Justice Deogratias Ssejjemba, has dismissed an application alleging violations of human rights in the arrest and prosecution of Kivumbi, ruling… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Announces Plans for Modern Centre to Honour Janani Luwum
President Yoweri Museveni has announced plans to construct a modern centre honoring Archbishop Janani Luwum's legacy while fostering local development. Read more »
February 16
Uganda: Ggalabuzi Moves Into Official Supreme Mufti Residence At Kibuli Hill
The Supreme Mufti, Sheikh Shaaban Ggalabuzi, has officially assumed residence at the official home designated for the holder of the office at Kibuli Hill, marking a significant… Read more »
