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 »

Uganda: Uganda Law Reform Commission to Review Trust Law to Streamline Management of Property By Trustees

In their series of reviewing laws, Uganda Law Reform Commission has kicked off the preliminary stages to streamline the Law regarding Trusts that will aim at settling Trustee… Read more »

Uganda: Time Is Running Out to Save the Planet, Says Conservationist Dr. Goodall

Conservationist Dr. Jane Goodall has warned time is running out for mankind to save the planet or else everyone might not live on it anymore due to effects of climate change. Read more »

Uganda: Prudential Donates Over Shs100m Worth of Essential Medical Supplies to Mulago

Prudential Uganda has today announced a $30,000( approximately shs110million) donation to Mulago National Referral Hospital inform of essential medical supplies such as safety… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda, Kenya Seek to Complement Each Other to Maximise Tourism Potential

Uganda and Kenya have announced dates for the second edition of the Uganda-Kenya coast tourism conference set for November this year. Read more »

Uganda: Dates for This Year's Nyege Nyege Edition Announced

Organisers have announced that the 8th edition of the Nyege Nyege festival will be held between November 9 and 12 in Jinja city . Read more »

Uganda: Tayebwa Clarifies Ssegirinya's Medical Bills Approval

The Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa has refuted claims that Parliament refused to pay for the treatment of Kawempe South MP, Muhammad Ssegirinya abroad. Read more »

Uganda: Ugandan Exporters Strive to Overcome Financing Challenges and Enter European Markets

The landscape of global export markets is rapidly evolving, driven by factors such as traceability, quality standards, and the increasing demand for goods. Read more »

Uganda: IGP Ochola Hails Cheptegei for 'Unique Historic Accomplishment'

The Inspector General of Police, John Martins Okoth Ochola has hailed Ugandan long-distance runner, Joshua Cheptegei for winning gold in the men's 10,000m finals at the 19th World… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: UPDF, DRC Joint Forces Rescue 19 in Offensive Against ADF

A joint operation of the UPDF and the armed forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo on Saturday rescued 19 in the ongoing offensive against the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF)… Read more »

Uganda: MPs Warn World Bank That Gay Activists Are Tarnishing Uganda's Image

A group of Members of Parliament (MPs) have raised concerns about the influence of Ugandan gay rights activists and have advised the World Bank to exercise caution when considering… Read more »

East Africa: EAC Nations to Formulate Action Plan On How to Deal With Ebola Virus Outbreaks

East African countries are coming together to chart a way forward with handling the recurrent Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreaks. Read more »

Uganda: Uganda's Brainchild BWC Named Best PR and Digital Agency At Global African Excellence Awards

Brainchild BCW, a public relations, digital, and events agency has been named the best PR and digital agency at the African Excellence awards that seek to recognize outstanding… Read more »

Uganda: UMA, UIA Form Partnership to Promote Insurance Awareness for Businesses

The chairman of the Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) Deo Kayemba, has reaffirmed their commitment of to collaborate with the Uganda Insurers Association (UIA) in developing a… Read more »

Uganda: Revamped UTEL Gives Govt a Fresh Chance to Grab Marketshare

As Uganda re-enters the telecommunications sector with a strategic investment in UTEL, industry experts raise concerns about the company's approach to not only achieve… Read more »

Uganda: 'I Am a Ugandan First,' NUP Speaker On Why He Attended NRM Manifesto Retreat in Kyankwanzi

Opposition National Unity Platform councillor and Wakiso District Deputy Speaker Isaac Muwonge has said that his decision to attend the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Manifesto… Read more »

Uganda: Kabaka Mutebi Challenges Courts to Settle Land Cases Quickly

The Kabaka of Buganda Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II has appealed to Courts of law to expedite the resolution of land matters. Speaking during the opening of the 31st Buganda Lukiiko,… Read more »

Uganda: Prime Minister Upgrades Health Centre That Does Not Have a Working Ultrasound Scan

The recently upgraded Kasambya health centre IV has not had a radiographer for more than three years. Although the former health centre III has ultrasound scan on the premises, it… Read more »

Uganda: Tax Experts Applaud President Museveni's Approval of Tax Bills for Progressive Taxation Regime

Tax experts have commended President Yoweri Museveni for signing into law eight tax bills that are anticipated to establish a more progressive and equitable taxation regime in… Read more »

Uganda: UPDF Starts Campaign to Plant 300,000 Trees in Eastern DRC to Replenish Environment

The UPDF contingent under the East African Community Region Force (EACRF) has launched a campaign in which it will plant over 300,000 tree species in Eastern DRC -North Kivu. Read more »