Uganda: Former Rebel Hands Over Rifle to Police

A former rebel has handed over his AK 47 rifle and 5 rounds of ammunition to police in Koboko District. Read more »

Uganda: 81% of Students Pass April-May 2023 UBTEB Exams

At least 81% of the candidates who sat for the April-May Uganda Business and Technical Examination Board (UBTEB) exams , the body has announced. Read more »

Uganda: Former Bishop of Ankole Retired Reverend George Tibesigwa Dies

The former Bishop for Ankole Diocese, Rt Rev Dr George Tibesigwa has passed on at the age of 78. Read more »

East Africa: Pupil Drowns in Lake Victoria While Swimming With Sister

A nine-year-old pupil of Busabala Primary School identified as Moses Kusasira has drowned while swimming along the shores of Lake Victoria. Read more »

Uganda: Muntu's Ant Blames Financial Woes On Govt, Appeals for Public Support

The Alliance for National Transformation (ANT) has attributed its financial challenges to the current ruling regime, asserting that they were intentionally targeted during… Read more »

Uganda: MP Basalirwa - God Will Help Us Survive, We Were Created By Him, Not World Bank

The Member of Parliament for Bugiri Municipality Asuman Basalirwa has lambasted the World Bank for expressing double standards after the institution banned Uganda from seeking any… Read more »

Uganda: Balaam Barugahara Elected President of Ugandan Entertainment Promoters

Businessman, Balaam Barugahara has been elected the president of the National Federation of Entertainment Promoters Limited (NAFEP). Read more »

Uganda: APRAU Warns Against Legalisation of Marijuana Use

The Addiction Prevention, Treatment and Care Providers' Association of Uganda (APRAU) has expressed their concerns about the ongoing debate regarding the legalisation of marijuana… Read more »

Uganda: Preparations for Consecration of Bishop-Elect Tibaijuka for West Ruwenzori Diocese Nearly Done

The Church of Uganda is all set for its latest diocese, West Ruwenzori, in Bundibujo district with consecration of the Bishop Elect, Reverend Barnabas Tibaijuka set for the August… Read more »

Uganda: Country Warned to Prepare for El Nino Until End of 2023

In anticipation of the likely El Nino conditions, experts are advising decision makers and the general public to develop preparedness and response actions to manage the potential… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Will Develop Without World Bank - Museveni

President Museveni has insisted that Uganda will do with or without the support of the World Bank. Read more »

Uganda: Wamala Warns Ugandans Using the Lake in August to Be Extra Vigilant

The Minister of Works, Transport, and Communication, Gen. Katumba Wamala, has warned the public to be cautious while using Lake Victoria especially at night during the three months… Read more »

Uganda: Media Owners Warn of Serious Job Losses If Presidential Directive on Govt Adverts Not Reconsidered

Media owners have warned that if the government directive on limiting advertising to Uganda Broadcasting Services and New Vision stands, hundreds of people stand to lose their… Read more »

Uganda: Tanzania Offers Ugandan Shippers 30-Days Free Storage Period

Port Authorities are key stakeholders in facilitating trade and creating competitive markets/economies. Read more »

Uganda: Funding Pause 'To Protect Sexual and Gender Minority Groups' - World Bank

The World Bank Group has said it will pause public financing to Uganda over the country's adoption of the Anti-Homosexuality law. Read more »

Uganda: Hima Cement Skills-up 3,000 Masons in Countrywide Builders' Workshops

Hima Cement Limited has concluded a series of builders' workshops conducted across the country by industry experts over the last three months in which 3000 masons got training on… Read more »

Uganda: NAB Executive Advances Towards Resolution On Govt Advertising Directive

In a significant development for Uganda's private media landscape, the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) made substantial progress on Tuesday in their efforts to address… Read more »

Uganda: Lato Launches Solid Foods for Infants

Pearl Dairy Farms Limited, the manufacturers of Lato dairy products, has launched a new product line of complementary feeding solution for infants. Read more »

Uganda: FDC Crisis Deepens As Amuriat Sends Ssemujju, Lukwago for Disciplinary Action

In what looks like another showdown in the once strongest opposition party in Uganda, Forum for Democratic Change president Patrick Amuriat has sent several party members including… Read more »

Uganda: Minister Ogwang - 'She Cranes Coach Does Not Have Contract With the Netball Federation'

The State Minister for Sports, Peter Ogwang has clarified that the senior national netball team (She Cranes) head coach Fred Mugerwa does not have a contract with the Uganda… Read more »

Uganda: MPs Demand More Govt Action to Recover Bodies of Drowning Victims

Parliamentarians Call for Urgent Action in Retrieving Bodies of Lake Victoria Boat Tragedy Victims Read more »

Uganda: Drug Shortage At Nawalkoke Health Centre III Affects Patient Numbers

Nawalkoke Health Centre III, located in Kaliro District, has been experiencing a persistent shortage of drugs for the past three months, resulting in a significant reduction in the… Read more »

Uganda: Atei Launches Tree Planting Campaign in Karamoja

In a remarkable proactive green revolution campaign, Africa Tourism & Environment Initiatives (ATEI) has begun a collaboration between the church and Uganda Cashewnut Value… Read more »

Uganda: Thalassemia in Uganda - Prevalence, Causes, and Efforts for Treatment

Thalassemia is a genetic blood disorder affecting hemoglobin production, crucial for oxygen transport. Read more »

Africa: African Leaders Arrive in Uganda for G-25 Africa Coffee Summit

The President of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Her Excellency, Sahle-Work Zewde has today arrived in Uganda ahead of the second G-25 Africa Coffee Summit. Read more »