August 21, 2023
Uganda: Taine Releases Debut Song,'Static'
Ugandan performer and self taught songwriter, Taine has released her debut song. Read more »
Uganda: Did Among's Bukedea Thanksgiving Set the Stage for 2026 Elections?
On Monday, August 21, the topical discussion of NBS's flagship morning show "The Morning Breeze" was the almost comical Bukedea saga and its implications on the political landscape… Read more »
Uganda: Economic Forum Points the Way Forward to Post-Covid Recovery
Amidst the ongoing challenges catalyzed by the aftermath of Covid-19, the highly anticipated 2nd edition of the Uganda Economic Forum emerged as a beacon of hope and collaboration. Read more »
Uganda: UG Economic Forum 2nd Edition Kicks Off At Next Media Park
The eagerly anticipated second edition of the Ugandan Economic Forum was launched today at Next Media Park, drawing business leaders, policymakers, and experts to discuss… Read more »
Uganda: Pork Mondays Should Be Legalised!
Greetings, pork enthusiasts of Uganda! it's time to embark on the pork-tastic journey of eating pork ONLY on Mondays in Uganda. I know you wont believe me because of the title of… Read more »
Uganda: Congolese Arrested in Kampala After Grenade Explodes in His House
The Police Crime Intelligence Directorate has arrested a Congolese national after a handheld grenade exploded in his house in Kampala. Read more »
Uganda: Police Crack Down On Vehicles in Dangerous Mechanical Condition - 1,100 De-Registered
A total of 1,187 vehicles have been de-registered by police as it started a crackdown on vehicles in dangerous mechanical condition around the country. Read more »
Uganda: We Don't Have Bobi Wine's O and a Level Answer Sheets - Uneb Tells Mabirizi
Examination body, UNEB has informed lawyer Hassan Male Mabirizi that they don't have the UCE and UACE answer sheets for National Unity Platform president, Robert Kyagulanyi, also… Read more »
Uganda: MP Ssegirinya Cries Out for Help, Reveals He Is Battling Cancer, Lung Infections
The Member of Parliament for Kawempe South Muhammad Ssegirinya has revealed that doctors in German told him he is lucky to be alive and could have died six (6) months if he had… Read more »
Uganda: Police Start Operations of Entebbe-Expressway, Targeting Those Driving Above 100kph
The Uganda Police will start operations this week at the Kampala-Entebbe expressway specifically targeting traffic offenders on speed limits. Read more »
Uganda: Nile Breweries Trains 1000 Barley Farmers in Financial Literacy
In a bid to accelerate financial literacy and inclusion among barley farmers in Kabale and Rubanda Districts, Nile Breweries Limited (NBL) has equipped over 1,000 farmers in the… Read more »
Africa: Saudi Arabia Border Guards Accused of Killing Hundreds of Migrants
Saudi border guards are accused of the mass killing of migrants along the Yemeni border in a new report by Human Rights Watch. Read more »
August 19, 2023
Uganda: Growing Fear Among Residents As Uganda Railways Plans Demolitions in Kasese Municipality
A sense of anxiety and panic has gripped residents, particularly those squatting on railway land, as Uganda Railways Corporation officials begin the process of identifying and… Read more »
August 17, 2023
Uganda: Government Should Gazette Nakivubo Stadium As a Tourism Site
Following its renovation to meet modern standards by Ugandan businessman Al-Hajji Hamis Kiggundu, Nakivubo War Memorial Stadium has started to garner attention not just within… Read more »
Uganda: Fintechs Help Drive Up Bank Accounts to 23 Million
Officials from the Uganda Bankers Association(UBA) have revealed that financial technology (also known as fintech) have helped drive up the number of bank accounts in the country… Read more »
Uganda: Eleven Arrested Over Illegal Encroachment in East Mad'i Wildlife Reserve
Police in Adjumani district has aressted eleven suspects over alleged encroachment into East Mad'i wildlife reserve. Read more »
August 16, 2023
East Africa: Uganda Seeks Alternative Markets Following Kenyan Milk Ban
In the wake of the recent ban imposed by the Kenyan government on Ugandan dairy products, Uganda is now exploring alternative markets for its goods. In an address to the press by… Read more »
Uganda: Prime Minister Nabbanja Confirms Government U-Turn On Advertising Order
Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has confirmed the reversal of an earlier communication order for limiting all government advertising to Uganda Broadcasting Corporation (UBC) and… Read more »
Uganda: Salam TV and Charity Hosts Community Baraza in Jinja
To deepen the understanding of the Muslim community about their faith and empower them in the realm of business, Salam Television joined forces with the Uganda Revenue Authority to… Read more »
Uganda: Women in Kasese District Embrace Local Manufacturing Through Emyooga Program
Women in Kasese district who have benefited from the Emyooga Program have taken a remarkable step forward by venturing into local manufacturing of domestic utensils. Read more »
Uganda: Celebrating 30 Editions of Blankets and Wines
Blankets and Wines, an iconic event known for seamlessly blending music and lifestyle, has reached a momentous milestone as it celebrates its 30th edition. Read more »
Uganda: BoU Lowers Central Bank Rate to 9.5 Percent
The Deputy Governor of Bank of Uganda Micheal Atingi Ego said the Central Bank Rate has dropped to 9.5%. Read more »
Africa: The Psychology Behind Why Checklists Work - Mastering the Basics
What is the Big Deal, you say? Checklists are all the rage these days - and been raging since Archimedes. Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Airlines Launches Mobile App to Transform Passenger Experience
Uganda Airlines, the national carrier, has taken a significant leap into the digital age with the official launch of its mobile app. Read more »
Uganda: Government Extends Amnesty to Rebel Fighters - a Path to Reintegration and Peace
The Ugandan government has taken a significant step towards fostering peace and reintegration by extending amnesty to rebel fighters for an additional two years. Read more »