April 11, 2023
Uganda: Experts Ask Government to Support Private Sector Growth, Build Resilience
Experts have said the development of a strong and dynamic private sector remains crucial for sustainable development and creating employment opportunities for the people of Uganda. Read more »
Uganda: 37 Perish in Easter Accidents
As Christians worldwide marked Easter Day in remembrance of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, some families in Uganda were mourning relatives who perished in accidents. Read more »
Uganda: Ramadhan Tip - Quit the Habit of Swearing, Backbiting or Gossiping
The act of backbiting has been strongly condemned in Islam, in both the Quran and the Hadith. Read more »
Uganda: Embracing the Spirit of Giving - Salam Charity's Ramadan Activities Inspire Unity and Generosity
Last week, the spirit of giving was in full swing as Salam Charity and Salam TV joined hands with MTN Uganda to give back to the Muslim community in Uganda. Read more »
Uganda: The Guinness Bright House Is Back and Headed to Jinja
After a successful start to the Guinness Bright House tour in Gulu last year, the creative platform is back and this time around, it's headed east to Jinja. Read more »
April 10, 2023
Uganda: Parents Hiding Children With Measles as Country Faces New Outbreak
In a worrying development, it has been reported that some parents in are hiding their children with suspected measles in schools to avoid detection by health officials. This comes… Read more »
Uganda: Too Poor to Live - the Cost of Healthcare in Uganda
The cost of healthcare in Uganda remains a major concern for citizens as medical bills continue to skyrocket, making it difficult for low-income families to access healthcare… Read more »
Uganda: Army Makes Inroads in Areas Vacated By M23 Rebels
The Ugandan army deployed under the East African Community Regional Force(EACRF) has continued making inroads in DRC by taking over more key strategic positions previously held by… Read more »
April 08, 2023
Uganda: Uganda Revenue Authority Loses Court Battle Over Tax on Second-Hand Cars
The Court of Appeal has thrown out Uganda Revenue Authority's (URA) application in which it sought to maintain the suspension of transaction value of method of customs valuation on… Read more »
Uganda: Big Interview - Gen Muhoozi Will Not Betray the People of Uganda Like Bobi Wine
Recently, the First Son, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba lashed out at the old generation of leaders to which his father, Yoweri Museveni and uncle, Gen Salim Saleh belong, for reportedly… Read more »
April 07, 2023
Uganda: Nine Family Members Perish in Lwengo Car Crash Involving Toyota Alphard, Fuel Truck
Nine family members including two children were on Friday afternoon killed in an accident involving a Toyota Alphard vehicle and a fuel truck. Read more »
April 06, 2023
Uganda: Minister Kitutu to Spend Easter in Luzira As Court Defers Ruling On Bail
The Minister for Karamoja, Mary Goretti Kitutu will spend the Easter holiday at Luzira prison after the Anti Corruption Court deferred its ruling on her bail application. Read more »
Uganda: Postbank Uganda Records 19 Percent Net Profits Growth
PostBank on Tuesday announced its financial results with a 19% increase in net profit for the year 2022. Read more »
Uganda: Kitutu Appears Before Court, Denies Any Wrongdoing in Karamoja Iron Sheets Saga
The Minister for Karamoja Mary Goretti Kitutu has been arraigned before the court and charged with corruption in relation to the swindling of iron sheets meant for the vulnerable… Read more »
Uganda: Kitutu Left in the Cold As Fellow Ministers Jump Out of Iron Sheets Scandal
They say it is lonely at the top, they just do not mention exactly what top, it could be at the top of trouble! Such is the situation Mary Goretti Kitutu, the Minister for Karamoja… Read more »
April 04, 2023
Uganda: Janet Museveni Commends Brac for Empowering Communities As It Celebrates 50 Years of Service
Education Minister, Janet Kataaha Museveni has applauded BRAC International, for impactful effort in empowering communities. Read more »
Uganda: Private Sector Players Urged to Join Anti-Malaria Fight
With Malaria still a major public health concern in Uganda the public sector has been urged to join the fight against the disease. Read more »
Uganda: Ssegirinya, Ssewanyana Return to Parliament After 2-Year Absence, Kneel At the Entrance to Pray
Legislators Allan Ssewanyana (Makdinye East) and Muhammad Ssegirinya ( Kawempe South) returned to parliament to continue with legislative business on Tuesday afternoon, following… Read more »
Uganda: FDC Wants Justification for Ugandan Troops in DR Congo
The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) has tasked President Museveni and Parliament to explain how Uganda will benefit from the deployment of Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF)… Read more »
Uganda: Fire Destroys Keshwala Group Factory in Jinja
Property worth millions of money have been destroyed in the night fire that gutted a factory attached to Keshwala Group. Read more »
April 03, 2023
Rwanda: Kagame Gets Woman as Deputy as He Retains Control of the Ruling Party
Rwanda's ruling party, the Rwandan Patriotic Front (RPF-Inkotanyi), on Sunday elected its first woman vice-chairperson as President Paul Kagame retained the chairmanship position. Read more »
Uganda: Police Warn MPs Ssegirinya, Ssewanyana to Back Off Planned Protests in City
Police have warned that they have got wind of plans by opposition MPs Allan Ssewanyana of Makindye West and Kawempe North's Muhammad Ssegirinya in the city centre but warned they… Read more »
Uganda: Bobi Wine - 'Health, Education Must Be Prioritised in 2023-24 Budget'
National Unity Platform (NUP) leader, Robert Kyagulanyi alias Bobi Wine has said the health sector should be given more attention in the 2023/2024 national budget. Read more »
Uganda: Goodwell Investments, Oxfam Novib Announce $22m Fund to Support East African SMEs
Goodwell Investments and Oxfam Novib have announced a $22 million) fund that will address the "missing middle" East Africa by investing in early-stage growth companies that are… Read more »
Uganda: Concerned MPs Meet to Discuss How to Defend African Culture
On Friday, the minister of information and ICT, Chris Baryomunsi launched the first Inter parliamentary conference on family values and sovereignty at Imperial Golf Hotel. Read more »