August 24
Uganda: I'm Alive and Well Because of Jesus - Janet Museveni
First Lady Mama Janet Museveni made a major public appearance on Sunday after more than five months away from the public spotlight due to health challenges, telling worshippers… Read more »
Uganda: Orlando's Evidence - Videos, Audios in Besigye Treason Case Plot Played in Court
The Prosecution has today (24th, August) tendered several videos and audios from various meetings outside Uganda in which jailed opposition Politician Dr Kizza Besigye was… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Declared Free of Latest Polio Outbreak
Uganda detected poliovirus in May 2024, prompting health authorities to strengthen surveillance and outbreak response activities Read more »
Uganda: Don't Wait for the School Fees Deadline
Why education plans are a smarter way to secure your child's future Read more »
Uganda: Vinka Turns Up the Heat in Electrifying Maiden Concert
On Friday night, Swangz Avenue sensation Vinka raised her growing status as an Afropop titan at her live and loud maiden concert at Lugogo Cricket Oval. Read more »
Uganda: Study Finds High Rates of Preterm Birth, Stillbirth At Kawempe Hospital
A new study has found that stillbirth, preterm birth and neonatal mortality remain high among women delivering at Kawempe National Referral Hospital, with rates exceeding Uganda's… Read more »
August 21
South Sudan: Uganda to Send Health Workers to South Sudan for Ebola Response
The government of Uganda is to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the government of South Sudan to extend its support in the Ebola response by sending health workers. Read more »
Uganda: Jambojet to Resume Nairobi Entebbe Flights After Six Year Hiatus
Jambojet will resume flights between Nairobi and Entebbe on October 1, 2026, ending a six- year absence from the Ugandan market as the regional low-cost carrier seeks to tap… Read more »
Uganda: Minister Orders 100-Day Crackdown On Ramshackle Taxis in Kampala
The Ministry of Works and Transport has ordered a 100-day crackdown to get them off the road commuter taxis in dangerous mechanical condition off the road in the Kampala… Read more »
East Africa: Equator Voice Africa Expands Digital Journalism Footprint in East Africa
Equator Voice Africa, an emerging digital media portal headquartered in Kampala, continues to expand its editorial coverage, positioning itself as a growing digital hub for… Read more »
Uganda: Don't Retire the Man -Redeploy the Experience
Why former service personnel remain one of the most underused national security resources Read more »
August 20
South Sudan: Six Ugandan Truck Drivers Missing After Armed Men Seize Vehicles in South Sudan
Six Ugandan truck drivers are missing after armed men reportedly abducted them and seized their trucks in Bor Town, Jonglei State, South Sudan. Read more »
Uganda: Suspect Arrested Over Alleged Theft of More Than 600 Bikes
Police in Mbale City have arrested a suspected motorcycle thief who allegedly confessed to stealing more than 600 motorcycles from the Sebei sub-region and neighbouring districts… Read more »
Uganda: Housing Finance Takes Real Estate and Infrastructure Dialogue to Mbarara
Housing Finance Bank is set to lead discussions on real estate, housing and infrastructure investment in Western Uganda as industry stakeholders converge in Mbarara for the Ankole… Read more »
Uganda: Two Children Dead After Kenyan Mother Goes On Rampage in Bunga
A mother has allegedly killed two of her children and injured three others in a stabbing attack at Kalungu Bunga in Ggaba Parish, Makindye Division, Kampala. The attack occurred at… Read more »
August 19
Uganda: Balaam Calls for Tougher Anti-Corruption Measures in Local Governments
Minister of Local Government Balaam Barugahara has called for stronger accountability and anti-corruption measures in local governments, warning that the misuse of public funds is… Read more »
Uganda: Andrew Wilson Tells Court of Special Power Bank That Recorded Besigye Coup Plot
A covert camera hidden in a power bank was used to secretly record meetings in which opposition politician Dr Kizza Besigye allegedly discussed plans to acquire weapons and… Read more »
Uganda: Traffic Police Impound Taxis in Safety Operation On Gulu Road
Several commuter taxis that did not have the required blue strip and were carrying roof luggage were impounded during a joint traffic and Ministry of Transport operation on the… Read more »
Africa: Reach a Hand Africa Launches 'Be Better' Campaign to Address Youth Well-Being
Reach A Hand Africa (formerly Reach A Hand Uganda) has launched a year-long, student-focused campaign to promote the well-being of young people across the country. The "Be Better"… Read more »
Uganda: Rwentumba Communal Land Association Conservation Journey Through Beekeeping
What was once a heavily degraded forest in Rwentumba Village, Kimanya Parish, Masindi District, is slowly coming back to life. Thanks to the efforts of the Rwentumba- Communal Land… Read more »
Uganda: Wakida Blasts Nameere, Demands Parliamentary Committee Investigation
Kabweri County MP, Dr Patrick Godfrey Wakida, has challenged the methods being used by the Minister of State for Local Government, Justine Nameere, in her campaign against… Read more »
Uganda: All Medical Interns to Get Shs1 Million Allowance
Government has stayed the proposal that would have seen the suspension of facilitation for medical interns. Read more »
Uganda: Finance Minister Musasizi Defends Criteria for Tax Remission
The Ministry of Finance has clarified the criteria and procedure taxpayers must follow when seeking remission of tax liabilities, stressing that the measure is reserved for… Read more »
Uganda: Betika Commits Shs100m to Ntugasaze FC As Club Enters Uganda Premier League
Betika Uganda has announced a Shs100 million partnership with newly promoted Ntugasaze Football Club, backing the club's historic debut in the Uganda Premier League during the… Read more »
Central Africa: Equity Bank's East and Central Africa Regional Network Key to Success of Mbale's Uki Uganda
As Ugandan manufacturers look beyond the domestic market, moving money across borders efficiently is becoming as important as moving goods. Read more »










