Uganda: George Musisi Questions Museveni-Opposition Engagement

The newly elected Kira Municipality MP George Musisi has expressed skepticism over President Yoweri Museveni's recent meetings with opposition MPs, saying the gesture is unlikely… Read more »

Uganda: Stop Stealing Church Land - Archbishop Kaziimba

The Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, the Most Rev Stephen Kaziimba Mugalu, has cautioned Ugandans involved in schemes to steal church land to stop, warning that such actions… Read more »

Uganda: Gen Muhoozi Mourns Maj Gen Takirwa As a Loyal and Courageous Patriot

The Chief of Defence Forces, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has mourned the late Major General Francis Takirwa, describing him as a true patriot who served the country and the Uganda… Read more »

Uganda: Several Feared Dead in Kasanda Road Crash Involving Taxi and Link Bus

Several people are feared dead following a serious road crash involving a taxi and a Kampala-bound Link Bus in Kyakatebe, Kassanda District, on Sunday evening. Read more »

Uganda: Tayebwa Urges NRM MPs to Rally Behind Party Position On Parliamentary Leadership

Deputy Speaker of Parliament Thomas Tayebwa has urged newly elected Members of Parliament to remain united under the National Resistance Movement (NRM) and to support the party's… Read more »

Uganda: AUSSOM, Somali Authorities Pledge to Strengthen Joint Security Efforts in Lower Shabelle

The African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening security cooperation with Somali authorities following a… Read more »

Morocco: Minister Hosts Sahrawi Envoy for Talks On Conflict Resolution and AU Cooperation

Uganda continues to position diplomacy as a central pillar of its foreign policy and a constructive tool for peace building across Africa. Read more »

Uganda: 33 Emyooga Saccos Receive Shs660m in Additional Seed Capital in Kassanda

The Microfinance Support Centre (MSC) has disbursed Shs660 million in additional seed capital to 33 Emyooga Saccos in Kassanda District, providing a significant boost to small… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda to Recognise Conservation Champions During Wildlife Day

Uganda is set to recognize and award conservation champions including members of the community for their sustainable tourism efforts to protect the country's biodiversity. Read more »

Uganda: These Were the Worst Elections We've Had in Our Country, Says Ssemujju

Outgoing Kira Municipality Member of Parliament and People's Front for Freedom (PFF) spokesperson Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda has strongly criticised the recently concluded general… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni to Commission Fronasa Fighters' Monument At Tarehe Sita Celebrations in Kabale

President Museveni is expected to officially commission a monument honouring fighters of the Front for National Salvation (Fronasa) during this year's Tarehe Sita celebrations in… Read more »

Rwanda: Kagame Defends Rwanda's Security Postureat National Dialogue

Rwandan President Paul Kagame on Thursday chaired the 2026 Umushyikirano National Dialogue at the Kigali Convention Centre, using the annual forum to confront persistent regional… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Appoints Ex-NSSF Boss, Byarugaba His Advisor

President Museveni has appointed Mr. Richard Byarugaba, former Managing Director of the National Social Security Fund (NSSF), and Mr. Moses Sabiti, former Country Director for… Read more »

Uganda: Govt Warns of Rapid Loss of Medicinal Plants Ahead of World Wildlife Day 2026

The Minister of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities, Tom R. Butiime, has warned that Uganda risks losing vital medicinal and aromatic plant species due to overexploitation, habitat… Read more »

Uganda: KCCA Gives Vendors Two-Week Ultimatum to Vacate Kampala Streets

Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has given street vendors and roadside transport operators without designated stages a two-week deadline to vacate the city streets. Read more »

Uganda: Musasizi Commends Kabale Voters for Increased Support to Museveni in 2026 Elections

State Minister of Finance Henry Musasizi has commended voters in Kabale District for overwhelmingly supporting President Museveni in the recently concluded 2026 presidential… Read more »

Uganda: NUP Says Bobi Wine Is in Hiding Over Credible Threats

The National Unity Platform has said its party leader and former presidential candidate, Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, remains in hiding following what… Read more »

Uganda: Mao Calls for Citizen-Centred Electoral Debate Amid Masaka Recount Controversy

The President of the Democratic Party (DP) and Minister for Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Norbert Mao, has called for a shift in Uganda's national political discourse, urging… Read more »

Uganda: Justice Minister Mao Defends Controversial Court Decision

The controversial vote recount in the Masaka City Woman Member of Parliament race has drawn fresh explanation from the government, with the Minister for Justice and Constitutional… Read more »

Uganda: UPDF Dismisses NUP Missing Persons Claims As 'Drama' Amid Lugbara Community Pressure

The Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) have dismissed claims by the National Unity Platform (NUP) that its members have gone missing, describing the allegations as "drama" and… Read more »

Uganda: NRM Flagbearer Arrested As Election Violence Erupts in Kyazanga

Security agencies arrested the NRM flag bearer for Kyazanga Town Council mayor, Imran Matovu, together with the Kanyogoga Village Chairperson, following chaotic scenes that… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda, France Reaffirm Commitment to Sustainable Energy Partnership

The Uganda Electricity Generation Company Limited (UEGCL) has hosted the new French Ambassador to Uganda, Virginie Leroy, reaffirming the long-standing partnership between France… Read more »

Uganda: Over 127,000 Registered Voters Skip Rukungiri Lc Chairperson Polls

Rukungiri District recorded a low voter turnout in the LC5 chairperson general elections, with the majority of registered voters failing to cast their ballots. Read more »

Uganda: NUP Demands Release of Declaration Forms

The National Unity Party (NUP) has rejected the outcome of the 2026 presidential election and demanded that the Electoral Commission immediately release the declaration forms used… Read more »

Uganda: Two Shot As Election Violence Erupts in Sembabule

Two people were shot and injured in the early hours of Wednesday following election-related violence that disrupted voting for the position of Mayor of Sembabule Town Council,… Read more »