Uganda: Alupo Calls for Review of Medical Internship Policy Amid Rising Concerns

Vice President Jessica Alupo has called for a review of the newly introduced medical internship policy following growing concerns from medical interns and health sector… Read more »

Uganda: Investor Protection Unit Links 50 Agencies, Records Shs544 Billion Inflows

The head of the State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU), Col. Edith Nakalema, has revealed that the unit has facilitated investments worth approximately Shs 544 billion… Read more »

Uganda: Minister Jonard Asiimwe Unveils Drive to Accelerate Innovation for Vision 2040

Minister in the Office of the President in Charge of Science, Technology and Innovation, Eng. Jonard Asiimwe has pledged to use science, technology and innovation (STI) as a key… Read more »

Uganda: Buganda Kingdom Leads Major Cleanup of Kabaka's Lake Ahead of Environment Day

Residents and officials under the leadership of the Buganda Kingdom have carried out a major cleanup exercise at Kabaka's Lake as part of preparations for the Kingdom's Environment… Read more »

Uganda: Ibanda Youth Urged to Embrace Entrepreneurship Over Job-Seeking

Youth leaders in Ibanda District have been urged to shift focus from pursuing leadership positions to creating employment opportunities and building sustainable livelihoods through… Read more »

Uganda: Parliament Approves Shs710bn Loan for Solar-Powered Irrigation Project

Parliament has approved a government request to borrow up to €168.98 million (approximately Shs 710 billion) from UKEF and Citi Bank to finance Phase II of the Solar Powered… Read more »

Uganda: UPC's Akena Warns of Rising Debt Pressure, Urges Fiscal Discipline

Uganda Peoples Congress (UPC) President Jimmy Akena has raised concerns over what he described as growing fiscal pressure, warning that rising borrowing levels and weak domestic… Read more »

Uganda: Wrong Places to Chase Views! - Baraka Explains Video Ban During Father's Burial

Ugandan singer Joshua Baraka has spoken out on the decision to prohibit video recording during the burial of his father, saying he wanted to preserve the family's privacy during… Read more »

Uganda: UPRS Distributes Shs 216m in Royalties Amid Artist Concerns Over Low Earnings

The Uganda Performing Rights Society (UPRS) has announced a royalty distribution of Shs 216 million to music rights holders, while acknowledging continued concerns from artists… Read more »

Uganda: Ecotrust Leads Tree-Based Livelihood Programme in Northern,Western Uganda

Uganda's efforts to promote climate-smart agriculture and restore degraded landscapes are gaining momentum through a government-backed agroforestry initiative aimed at improving… Read more »

Tanzania: Zanzibar Cancels Uganda Cranes Friendly Over Health Precautions

Uganda Cranes have suffered another setback in their preparations after Zanzibar called off a scheduled international friendly due to health-related concerns. Read more »

Africa: Rugby Cranes Withdraw From Africa 7s As Mauritius Shuts Out Uganda Over Ebola

Uganda's hopes of competing at the 2026 Rugby Africa Men's Sevens have suffered a major setback after the Rugby Cranes 7s were forced to withdraw from the continental showpiece in… Read more »

Uganda: Okello Blasts Fufa After Third Cranes Friendly Falls Through

Public order security and safety expert Dixon Okello has criticised Fufa's planning of international friendlies after Zanzibar became the latest opponent to cancel a scheduled… Read more »

Uganda: Plascon Continues Sponsorship As Masaza Cup 2026 Season Kicks Off

Kansai Plascon Uganda has said it will continue its sponsorship of grassroots football development and community engagement as a co-sponsor of the 2026 Masaza Cup, extending a… Read more »

Uganda: Mountains of the Moon University Students Win Global Huawei ICT Award in China

Three students from Mountains of the Moon University (MMU) have brought international acclaim to Uganda after winning Second Prize at the Huawei ICT Competition 2025-2026 Global… Read more »

Uganda: Kamwenge Tightens Ebola Prevention Measures in Schools, Public Places

Public places in Kamwenge Town Council, Kamwenge District, have intensified the implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and other health guidelines issued by the… Read more »

Uganda: Buganda's Tradition of Integration Should End Ethnic Prejudice

There are always opportunities for societies to reflect on who they are, what they value, and what they reject. One concern that remains evident, however, is that some individuals… Read more »

Uganda: Youth Leaders Push for Increased Funding Ahead of 2026/27 Budget Reading

As Uganda prepares for the reading of the 2026/27 national budget tomorrow, youth leaders have called on government to increase funding for programmes aimed at empowering young… Read more »

Uganda: Minister Amina Mukalazi Pledges to Strengthen Uganda's Investment Climate

The Minister of State for Privatization and Investment, Hajjat Amina Mukalazi, has pledged to strengthen Uganda's investment climate by working closely with investors, government… Read more »

Uganda: Alupo Says Missing Amuria MP Etilu Will Return This Week

Vice President Jessica Alupo has assured Parliament that Amuria District Woman MP Margaret Etilu, who has been missing from public view for more than two weeks, will be released… Read more »

Uganda: Ntungamo to Clear Shs4bn Gratuity Backlog By June 30

More than 145 claimants in Ntungamo District are set to receive long-delayed gratuity and pension payments after government released Shs4 billion in supplementary funding to clear… Read more »

Uganda: Kazo District Boss Warns Health Workers Against Absenteeism

The Kazo District Chairperson, Rev Samuel Mugisha Katugunda, has warned health workers against absenteeism, saying the habit undermines the delivery of quality healthcare services… Read more »

Uganda: Katumba Wamala Tips Successors On Integrity At Ministry Handover

Former Minister of Works and Transport, Gen Edward Katumba Wamala, has urged the incoming leadership at the ministry to uphold integrity and avoid mismanagement of public… Read more »

Uganda: Fronasa Liberation War Hero and Presidential Advisor Apollo Mabaati Dies At 71

Prominent Ugandan military veteran and liberation war hero Apollo Mabaati has died at Nakasero Hospital after a long battle with cancer, family sources and government officials… Read more »

Uganda: Gomba Residents Demand Ambulance, Ask Museveni to Spare One From Convoy

Residents of Gomba District have expressed growing frustration over what they describe as continued neglect of the area's healthcare system, accusing both local and national… Read more »