Uganda: Munyagwa to Scrap Mpondwe Border Fee and Revive Kasese Economy

The Common Man's Party (CMP) presidential candidate, Mubarak Munyagwa, has pledged to abolish the long-standing Shs10,000 border crossing fee at the Mpondwe border, describing it… Read more »

Uganda: Ugandan Innovators Push Ai, Vr, Emerging Tech Into the Mainstream

Uganda's technology ecosystem is quietly but steadily redefining what innovation looks like in East Africa. Read more »

Uganda: Court Throws Out Petition Against Twinomujuni Nomination

The High Court in Kampala has dismissed a petition challenging the nomination of Loydah Twinomujuni Kyarikunda as Mbarara District Woman Member of Parliament candidate for the… Read more »

Uganda: Decision Day for Besigye At High Court

The High Court will today, December 23, 2025, deliver its ruling on applications filed by opposition politician Dr Kizza Besigye and his aide, Hajj Obeid Lutale, seeking a stay of… Read more »

Uganda: Prince Nakibinge Urges Security Agencies to Uphold Law Ahead of Elections

The titular head of Muslims in Uganda, Prince Kassim Nakibinge, has called on security agencies to enforce the law professionally and within legal frameworks, warning against abuse… Read more »

Uganda: MTN Momo, URA Deepen Digital Tax Payments to Ease Compliance for Ugandans

MTN Mobile Money (U) Limited, in partnership with the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), has unveiled major enhancements to tax and government payment services on the MTN MoMo… Read more »

Uganda: NRM's Echodu Urges Soroti Flag Bearers to Prioritize Unity, Grassroots Mobilization

The National Resistance Movement (NRM) Vice Chairperson for the Eastern Region, Calvin Echodu, has rallied party flag bearers in Soroti City, urging them to work tirelessly to… Read more »

Uganda: Muntu Warns of Political Crisis As He Rallies Ruhaama Voters

Alliance for National Transformation presidential candidate Gen. Mugisha Muntu has cautioned that Uganda risks sliding into a serious political crisis unless voters take… Read more »

Uganda: Two Held Over Cattle Theft in Kapelebyong

Two people have been arrested in connection with cattle theft in Kapelebyong District, police have confirmed. Read more »

Uganda: Faith Life Church Takes Christmas Aid to Katanga

Faith Life Church, in partnership with Fairfield Charity Organisation and Miss Uganda, has carried out a Christmas donation outreach in Katanga, Busia Zone, Kawempe Division,… Read more »

Uganda: Luuka District Engineers, Head Teacher Remanded Over Fuel Theft , Job Extortion Scams

Two senior engineers from Luuka District Local Government have been charged and remanded to prison over the theft of fuel intended for road works, while a head teacher has been… Read more »

Uganda: MTN Momo Hands Over Refreshed Lira Main Market in Push for Cashless Trade

MTN Mobile Money (U) Limited has formally commissioned and handed over the newly refreshed Lira Main Market to Lira City leadership, concluding a partnership intended to improve… Read more »

Uganda: Fr Ssekabira - Legal Experts Condemn 'Malicious' Prosecution

Legal practitioners have slammed the government, labeling the prosecution of Rev Fr Deusdedit Ssekabira as "malicious" after the Catholic priest was arraigned in court following 20… Read more »

Uganda: Development Is Good, but Wealth Is Better - Museveni Tells Gomba Residents

President Museveni has reminded the people of Gomba District to prioritise wealth creation rather than focusing solely on demands for development infrastructure. Read more »

Uganda: Fr Ssekabira Charged With Money Laundering

Fr Deusdedit Ssekabira has been charged with money laundering in connection with alleged suspicious financial transactions, according to investigators handling the case. Read more »

Uganda: Mental Health Alarm As 58% of Young Women in Kampala Slums Report Depression

A new study has revealed alarmingly high levels of depression, suicidal thoughts and substance use among young women living in Kampala's urban slums, exposing what researchers… Read more »

East Africa: Uganda Law Society Breaks Political Neutrality, Endorses Bobi Wine for President

The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has dropped its long-standing tradition of political neutrality and endorsed opposition candidates for the 2026 general elections. Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Pledges Irrigation, Roads and Power As Bukomansimbi Seeks Infrastructure Boost

President Museveni, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) presidential flag bearer, on Monday pledged to establish irrigation systems in Bukomansimbi District to support modern… Read more »

Uganda: Jolly Kateregga Denies Affair Claims, Says She Has Never Met CID Chief Tom Magambo

Ms Jolly Kateregga, a woman at the centre of a protracted marital, property and institutional dispute with her estranged husband, Professor Badru Kateregga, on Monday, December 22,… Read more »

Uganda: Govt Flags Off 2025/26 National Mosquito Net Distribution Campaign

The government has flagged off the 5th Universal Coverage Campaign for the distribution of insecticide-treated mosquito nets, marking the start of a nationwide effort to reduce… Read more »

Uganda: You're Missing Out On Good Things By Voting Opposition - Museveni Tells Masaka

President Yoweri Museveni has told residents of Masaka that they are missing out on development opportunities by consistently voting for opposition leaders. Read more »

Uganda: Court Denies Mandatory Bail to Nup Supporters Over 'Unlawful Drilling'

The Kawempe Chief Magistrates Court has dismissed a bid for mandatory bail by ten National Unity Platform (NUP) supporters who have spent over 60 days on remand, ruling that the… Read more »

Uganda: UPDF Calls On Officers to Uphold Integrity and Fight Corruption

The Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF) has urged its officers and personnel to actively support leadership efforts in combating corruption, emphasizing integrity as a key pillar… Read more »

Uganda: UPDF Passes Out 489 NCOs, Hails Them As 'Backbone of the Army'

The UPDF has officially passed out 489 Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) who successfully completed their training at the Hima Infantry Training School in Kavera, Hima Town Council,… Read more »

Uganda: UPDF Completes Nyakarambi-Kangondo Canvas Bridge, Boosting Safety and Accessibility

The Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) has completed construction of a new canvas bridge connecting Nyakarambi to Kangondo, significantly improving safety and accessibility for… Read more »