July 01
Africa: The Rise of Africa's Gen Zs - From TikTok, X to the Streets
On June 18, 2024, thousands of young Kenyans took to the streets to oppose proposed tax reforms, marking a significant shift in the landscape of youth activism and advocacy in… Read more »
June 30
East Africa: IGAD Ministers Want Education for Refugees
Education ministers in the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) bloc want member states to prioritise high quality education for disaster affected populations, 60% of… Read more »
East Africa: Uganda Forces in Fierce Battles With Al-Shabaab
The al-shabaab militia is launching more attacks on Ugandan forces than at any other African Union forces of the Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS). Read more »
Kenya: Effect of Kenya Protests On Uganda
Shortly before 3pm on June 25, something unexpected happened in Westlands, an affluent suburb of Nairobi. Cars started making U-turns with motorists warning oncoming traffic about… Read more »
Uganda: Ugandan Cyclist Kagimu Targets Good Show At Paris 2024
Uganda's sole cyclist at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Charles Kagimu, has vowed to put up a good show in his first appearance at the Games. Read more »
Uganda: Ruto's Shambolically Risky Gamble
Many people have hailed President William Ruto of Kenya for yielding to popular pressure not to sign the controversial Finance Bill. A friend in diplomatic circles in Kampala… Read more »
June 26
Uganda: Stigma Threatens Antiretroviral Therapy Success
Concern over young girls and women dropping from HIV care programs undermines efforts Read more »
June 25
Uganda: CSOs Identify Key Opportunities in the Shs72 Trillion Budget
The non-governmental organisations call for strong anti-corruption measures and debt reduction Read more »
Uganda: Trade Ministry Official Joins MPs in Luzira in Sh3.4 Billion Court Case
The Anti-corruption Court in Kampala has remanded Leonard Kavundira, the Principal Cooperative Officer from the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives to Luzira prison for… Read more »
Uganda: Afreximbank Pledge $2bn to Africa Health Security Plan
Afreximbank and the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have announced a new cooperation agreement at the Global Forum for Vaccine Sovereignty and Innovation in… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Clays Unveils a 5-Year Strategic Plan
Uganda Clays Limited has unveiled a 5-year strategic plan aimed at enhancing customer satisfaction, boosting shareholder value, and fostering employee engagement. Read more »
June 23
Ghana: Ghana Wins Bid to Host 2026 African Athletics Championships
Ghana has won the bid to host the 2026 African Athletics Championships, Ghana Athletics announced on Saturday. Read more »
June 21
Uganda: Hacks On How to Kick Out School Fees Pressure
As a parent, one of the greatest challenges to your resolve and financial planning skills is managing school fees payments. Read more »
June 20
Uganda: Schools in West Nile and Kiryandongo Switch to Smart Stoves to Minimize Tree Cutting
Up to 26 institutions including schools and a prison in West Nile and Kiryandongo districts have embraced alternative sustainable cooking energy as a result of the intervention of… Read more »
Uganda: Hundreds Benefit From Medical Camp Organized By CNOOC in Kikuube
The Chinese oil giant China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) in Uganda is holding a two-day medical camp in the country's western district of Kikuube, where hundreds of… Read more »
Uganda: Govt Moots Joint Venture As Umeme Exit Nears
The Minister for Energy and Mineral Development, Ruth Nankabirwa says the government plans to enter into a joint venture or partnership arrangement to operate the country's… Read more »
Uganda: Chief Justice Owiny Dollo to Lead Tororo College Obs in Grand Fundraising Dinner Today
Months of preparation and mobilisation by old boys of St Peter's College Tororo climax today with a fundraising grand dinner tonight at Silver Springs Hotel in Kampala. Read more »
June 19
Uganda: Uganda Bankers Chairman Urges Entities to Embrace ESG
Businesses have been encouraged to embrace Environmental Sustainability Governance (ESG) practices which are more than a regulatory requirement, but a strategic move towards… Read more »
Uganda: Speaker Anita Among - Summon MPs Through Me
The Speaker, Anita Among has directed the Police to summon Members of Parliament under investigation, through her. Read more »
June 18
Uganda: Intra-African Trade Values Hit U.S.$192 Billion
Intra-African trade recorded an improvement in the past year but remained relatively low compared to other regions, according to Afreximbank's African Trade Report 2024, titled… Read more »
Rwanda: RwandAir Cargo Expands Its Network to Dubai and Djibouti
RwandAir Cargo is launching new services to Dubai and Djibouti, both operated by its dedicated freighter B738SF. The expansion is part of the airline's mission to connect Africa… Read more »
June 17
Uganda: Why Women's Participation in Uganda Politics Is Cosmetic
Political parties in Uganda have a long way to go to improve the position of women in their ranks. This according to a study by Kyambogo University lecturer, Hannah Muzee, of the… Read more »
Uganda: Nile Basin Countries Urged to Utilize Nile River for Common Development
Scholars have called for the Nile Basin countries to join forces to fairly utilize the Nile River to meet their peoples' soaring demand for water, energy, and food. Read more »
June 14
Uganda: Budget 2024/2025 - Agro-Industralisation, Tourism and Mineral Devt to Propel Economy's Expansion
Uganda's growth strategy for the 2024/2025 Financial Year is anchored on agro-industrialisation, tourism development, mineral development including oil and gas, and technology and… Read more »
June 13
Uganda: Legislators, District Leaders Urged to Monitor Govt Programmes
Members of Parliament have been urged to work closely with district leaders in monitoring government programmes to ensure successful implementation. Read more »