Uganda: Minister Musasizi Pushes for Innovation in Insurance Sector

Minister of State for General Duties at the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, Henry Musasizi, called on industry stakeholders to embrace innovative solutions… Read more »

Uganda: NCDC Seeks Shs17 Billion for Curriculum Review, Teacher Training

The National Council for Curriculum Development (NCDC) is seeking Shs17 billion for a comprehensive review of the upper secondary school curriculum and the printing and… Read more »

Africa: Africa's Progress Towards Food Security

Despite vast agricultural potential, Africa still imports billions of dollars' worth of food and depends heavily on food aid. Dr. Meshack Malo is the Deputy Regional Representative… Read more »

Uganda: Court - Customer Faulted in Bank-Customer Dispute

Court clears bank, faults customer for fraudulent transactions on her account Read more »

Uganda: ECD Funding for Ugandan Embassies to Depend On Performance

Ugandan embassies have been informed that Economic and Commercial Diplomacy (ECD) funding for FY 2026/27 will be based on a strategic and evidence-based assessment after evaluating… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Sets Tough Agenda for New MPs

President Yoweri Museveni has asked newly elected NRM MPs to restore accountability as they begin their legislative term. He said this will help halt rising corruption cases in… Read more »

Uganda: Opposition Calls for Reforms Amid Rising Debt Burden

In its alternative budget for the 2026/27 financial year, the Opposition has warned that Uganda's rising debt burden, shifting fiscal targets and controversial tax proposals risk… Read more »

Uganda: EACOP Advances Construction As Final Pipe Delivery Marks Major Milestone

The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project has registered significant construction progress in the first quarter of 2026. Read more »

Uganda: Opposition Unveils Alternative Budget for Fy 2026/27

The Leader of the Opposition, Joel Ssenyonyi, has delivered an alternative national budget for the 2026/27 financial year, presenting a departure from the government's current… Read more »

Uganda: Ggaba Killings - Suspect Remanded to Luzira Prison

The suspect in the Ggaba Daycare Centre killings, Christopher Okello Onyum, a 39-year-old, has been remanded to Luzira prison. Read more »

Uganda: Mufumbiro's Wife Dead After Long Battle With Cancer

Edith Katende Mufumbiro, the wife of National Unity Platform (NUP) Deputy Spokesperson Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro, has passed away following a long struggle with cancer. Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Pumps Shs905 Billion Into Afcon 2027 Drive

Uganda has committed an additional 905 billion Shillings to strengthen its preparedness to co-host the TotalEnergies CAF AFCON PAMOJA tournament in 2027. Read more »

Uganda: Uganda's Oil - Local Companies Positioned to Lead in Operations Phase

Across the African continent, oil-producing countries such as Nigeria, Angola, and Ghana have demonstrated that deliberate policies centered on joint ventures, structured… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Supports Ggaba Tragedy Families

President Yoweri Museveni has extended financial support of Sh10 million each to four families whose children were brutally killed in last week's attack at Ggaba Early Childhood… Read more »

Tanzania: From Goldfields to Ghost Revenues - What Tanzania Gets Right That Uganda Still Struggles With

Uganda may soon establish mineral markets as part of the efforts to ensure that the minerals produced in the country benefit the economy and Ugandans in general. Read more »

Uganda: Platin Dinero - a Rising Artist Keeping the Ugandan Beat Alive in Europe

British Ugandan artist Platin Dinero is emerging as one of the most promising new voices in the international music landscape. Born in Mpigi and raised in Kampala, his sound… Read more »

Uganda: 11 Killed, 33 Injured in Road Crash in Mbarara-Kampala Bus Crash

11 people were killed and 33 others injured in a road crash in the central Ugandan district of Lwengo early Tuesday, a police spokesperson said. Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Announces Visa Waiver for Afcon 2027 Visitors

The Ugandan government has announced visa waivers for visitors traveling to the country during the 2027 CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Read more »

Uganda: Afcon 2027 - Govt Pressured Over Gaps in Stadium Readiness

Uganda's multi-billion shilling push to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is facing intensifying scrutiny after Parliament exposed critical infrastructure shortfalls. Read more »

Uganda: NRM MPs-Elect Begin Accreditation Ahead of Kyankwanzi Retreat

Newly elected legislators from the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) have started arriving at Kololo Independence Grounds for accreditation ahead of a retreat scheduled to… Read more »

Uganda: The Good and Bad 2026/27 Govt Tax Plans

The business community, economists and civil society have hailed Government on the proposed tax measures for 2026/2027, but say some are detrimental. Read more »

Uganda: Ssemogerere Recounts Bishops' Rome Visit, Relays Pope's Call for Peace

Kampala Archbishop Paul Ssemogerere has recounted the recent visit of Uganda's Catholic bishops to the Vatican, describing a warm reception from Pope Leo XIV and a renewed emphasis… Read more »

Uganda: Likely Impact of Uganda's Sovereignty Law On NGOs

The Protection of Sovereignty Bill 2025 is closer to being passed following its endorsement by the NRM Parliamentary Caucus on Friday. This decision by the MPs "with guidance from… Read more »

Uganda: Hard Work and Unity Dominate Easter Messages in Lira City

Leaders in Lira City have used this year's Easter celebrations to call on Christians to embrace hard work and unity as they reflect on the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Needs a Binding Eiti Law-Now

Globally, billions of dollars are lost each year due to weak transparency and accountability in the extractive sector. Estimates suggest that as much as 20-30% of revenues,… Read more »