Uganda: Winnie Byanyima Alleges Racist Harassment in Switzerland

Ugandan human rights activist, Winnie Byanyima has alleged being racially harassed while exercising in a park in Switzerland. Read more »

Uganda: Couple Sues Hospital for Detaining Newborn Baby, Stopping Mother From Breastfeeding Her Over Unpaid Bills

A couple has dragged Roswell Women and Children's Hospital located along Yusuf Lule Road in Kampala for detaining their newborn baby over unpaid hospital bills. Read more »

Uganda: Shingle Stone Coasted Steel - Uganda Baati's Eco-Friendly Roofing Solution for Sustainable Future

In today's world, environmental consciousness is growing, and industries are actively seeking greener alternatives to traditional materials. Among these alternatives, shingle stone… Read more »

Uganda: Tusker Lite Mt Rwenzori Marathon Kit Unveiled Ahead of the September Event

Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) has unveiled the official kit for this year's Tusker Lite Rwenzori Marathon, ahead of the highly anticipated event scheduled for September 2, in… Read more »

Uganda: Tusker Lite Rwenzori Marathon Kits Revealed

With just days left until the 2023 Tusker Lite Rwenzori marathon set for September 2 in Kasese, title sponsors Uganda Breweries Limited were on Wednesday joined by other partners… Read more »

Uganda: Court Orders Airtel Uganda to Pay Shs670m to Jamaican Singer Konshens for Copyright Infringement

The High Court in Kampala has ordered Airtel Uganda to pay general damages of $180,000 (about 670M) to Jamaican singer Garfield Spence alias Konshens for copyright infringement. Read more »

Uganda: Understaffing At National Animal Genetic Resource Centre Causes Concern

The Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE) is perturbed by the staffing woes at the National Animal Genetic Resources Centre and Data Bank… Read more »

Uganda: NDA Warns About Deadly Coffee That Could Give You a Heart Attack

The National Drug Authority (NDA) has issued a public warning regarding the consumption of L-Power Coffee, after laboratory tests conducted by the authority confirmed its… Read more »

Uganda: The BRICS Summit Should Tackle Climate Change and Energy Security

This week, Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (BRICS) will be convening in Johannesburg for the 15th BRICS Summit under the theme, BRICS and Africa: Partnership for… Read more »

Uganda: Does a Pre-Primary Teacher Need a Degree to Teach?

Legislators have asked the Ministry of Education and Sports to review the National Teacher Policy (NTP) on the education requirement of teachers in Early Child Care Education… Read more »

Uganda: Architect Who Designed State House, Mapeera, Christ the King is Dead

The death of Architect Henry William Sentoogo who passed on on August 21, 2023 struck hard the architect fraternity in and outside the country for his tremendous contribution to… Read more »

Uganda: Calls for Full Democratic Rights for Diaspora Voting Intensify

As Uganda's political landscape evolves, experts in international relations have advocated for the government to extend full democratic voting rights to Ugandans living in the… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: ISIS Links and Foreign Fighters - Inside the Emergence of ADF As Deadliest Armed Group in DRC, Region

A report by the Bridgeway Foundation, a US charity organization dedicated to ending and preventing mass atrocities around the world has indicated that ADF has over the past five… Read more »

Uganda: President Museveni Receives Credentials From 9 New Envoys to Uganda

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has received credentials from nine (9) envoys, newly accredited to Uganda. Read more »

East Africa: Region Collaborates in Epidemic Preparedness Efforts Following Recent Ebola Outbreak in Uganda

The Ebola Virus Disease has cast a grim shadow over the African continent, with East African countries frequently grappling with outbreaks. Read more »

Uganda: Activists Call for Eradication of 'Cruel' Battery Cages for Hens

Animal welfare activists have called for an end to battery cage system in poultry in a bid to ensure improved welfare of hens. Read more »

Uganda: New Strict Narcotics Law to Address Gaps in the Use of Illicit Drugs and Protect Children, Says Tayebwa

Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa has stated that Parliament aims to address all gaps in the supply and use of illicit drugs and substances by implementing a strong law that will… Read more »

Uganda: Defence Attachés to Uganda Urged to Strengthen Mutual Ties

Defence Attachés accredited to Uganda have been urged to maintain and strengthen the existing mutual cooperation between Uganda and their respective countries. Read more »

Uganda: Busoga Kingdom Organizes Annual Rock-Climbing Challenge at Historic Kagulu Cultural Site

In a bid to promote tourism and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the region, the Busoga Kingdom announced its annual rock-climbing challenge set to take place at the… Read more »

Uganda: Rich' Parents Protest Scholarship Offers Granted to 'Ghetto' Kids At Kampala Parents School

Tensions have flared at Kampala Parents School (KPS) as a group of concerned parents, who have chosen to remain anonymous, voiced their dissatisfaction over the recent integration… Read more »

Uganda: UNDP Partners With Ugandan Universities and Coffee Hubs to Boost Coffee Value Addition

In a bid to harness the economic potential of coffee and empower the youth, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) announced its commitment to fostering collaborations… Read more »

Uganda: MP Basalirwa Threatens Legal Action Against World Bank for Suspending Loans to Uganda

Bugiri Municipality MP, Asuman Basalirwa, has announced his intention to sue the World Bank after they suspended the issuance of loans to Uganda following the enactment of the… Read more »

Uganda: Tayebwa Declines House Debate on World Bank Loan Suspension

Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa has declined to allow Members of Parliament (MPs) to hold a debate on the World Bank's suspension of new loans to Uganda. Read more »

Uganda: Bus Transporting 70 Pupils Catches Fire

A Kakise bus carrying pupils and teachers returning from a school festival caught fire and burnt almost to ashes early Tuesday morning. Read more »

Uganda: 'No Political Party Will Confine Me,' Declares Lukwago

Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago has expressed a desire to no longer be affiliated with a single political party. Read more »