February 09
Uganda: Thousands Pay Tribute to Rev Eliasaph Sserwadda On First Anniversary of Death
Thousands of mourners from across Uganda gathered yesterday to mark the first anniversary of the death of Rev. Eliasaph Sserwadda, popularly known as Omuburizi Taata, in a ceremony… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda, China Launch 2026 Exchange Year to Bridge Cultural, Economic Gaps
Uganda and China have moved to solidify their long-standing partnership by launching a year-long initiative designed to bridge the gap between grassroots cultural understanding and… Read more »
Uganda: NSSF Stake in MTN Hits Shs1tn
MTN Uganda shares have staged a strong rally on the Uganda Securities Exchange (USE), delivering massive gains to its largest local investors in just eight weeks as the stock… Read more »
February 08
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 »
February 06
Africa: Experts Urge Africa to Invest in Digital Infrastructure for Ethical Migration Reporting
African governments and development partners have been urged to increase investment in digital infrastructure to support inclusive e-learning and strengthen ethical migration… 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 »
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 »
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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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 »
February 05
Kenya: Ruto Calls for End to 'Ethnic Arithmetic'
Kenyan President William Ruto has called for a decisive shift away from what he described as "ethnic arithmetic," declaring it an outdated and divisive approach to politics, as the… 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: 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: Uganda Recorded Highest Balance of Payments Surplus in 15 Years During Election Period-Ggoobi
Uganda recorded its highest balance of payments surplus in 15 years during the recent election period, defying historical trends that typically see economic instability and capital… Read more »
