Uganda: MAAIF Launches Shs210bn Initiative to Boost Farmers' Productivity in 15 Districts

The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) has launched a £45 million (about Shs214 billion) to modernise agriculture. Read more »

East Africa: Uganda Hosts International Aviation Workshop On Swim and Ff-Ice

Uganda has opened its doors to aviation experts from across the world as it hosts the ICAO-CANSO System-Wide Information Management (SWIM) and Flight & Flow Information for a… Read more »

Uganda: Hoima Voters Threaten to Dump Incumbents Over Poor Service Delivery

Voters in Hoima District have warned they will not support incumbent leaders in the 2026 general elections, citing what they describe as persistent poor service delivery during the… Read more »

Uganda: PM Nabbanja Hails UPDF's Role in Security and Regional Integration

The Prime Minister, Robinah Nabbanja, has commended the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) for their role in consolidating national security and advancing regional integration. Read more »

Uganda: Third Young Councillor Dies in Mukono

A heavy wave of grief has swept through the National Unity Platform (NUP) in Mukono following the death of Charles Wakibugu, the Seeta Ward councillor in Mukono Municipality and… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Wins Best Documentary At 11th Mashariki African Film Festival in Kigali

Ugandan-American filmmaker Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine's Memories of Love Returned won Best Documentary at the 11th Mashariki African Film Festival in Kigali, highlighting Uganda's… Read more »

Uganda: Police Tighten Security As Luweero Prepares for Kyagulanyi's Rally

Preparations are in high gear across Luweero District as security agencies and National Unity Platform (NUP) leaders finalise plans ahead of Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu's campaign… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Asks Asiimwe to Step Aside for Kansiime in Rwampara Woman MP Race

President Museveni has asked Molly Asiimwe who is standing as an independent to step down for the ruling NRM party flag bearer, Anna Kansiime in the Rwampara Woman MP race. Read more »

Uganda: Residents Decry 'Crisis-Level' Neglect As Kakukuru-Rwenanura-Rubaare Road Becomes Impassable

The Kakukuru-Rwenanura-Kategure-Rubaare road, a key transport link cutting across Ruhaama and Rushenyi Counties, has deteriorated into a dangerously impassable state, sparking new… Read more »

Uganda: Bobi Wine Urges Supporters to Stay Calm, Accuses Police of Provocation

National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi, better known as Bobi Wine, has appealed to his supporters to remain peaceful amid what he described as… Read more »

Uganda: Kampala Artists Revive Barkcloth Craft to Preserve Uganda's Cultural Heritage

Every year, a quiet but powerful cultural revival unfolds at the National Theatre in Kampala as artisans gather to teach and showcase the centuries-old craft of barkcloth-making. Read more »

Nigeria: Absa Bank Flags Off Aga Khan High School Innovators for Junior Achievement Africa Finals in Abuja

Absa Bank Uganda, in partnership with Junior Achievement (JA) Uganda, has officially flagged off the student innovators from Aga Khan High School, the reigning national champions… Read more »

Uganda: Mukono Bishop Confirms Over 100 Believers, Calls for Unity and God-Centered Leadership

The Bishop of Mukono Diocese, Rt Rev Enos Kitto Kagodo, confirmed over 100 believers into the Anglican faith at St. Luke's Nsamba Parish Church of Uganda on Sunday. Read more »

Uganda: Sheema Leaders Prepare Development Memorandum to Present to Museveni Ahead of Campaign Rally

As President Museveni prepares to campaign in Sheema and Bushenyi districts ahead of his reelection bid, leaders in Sheema have presented him with a memorandum of pressing local… Read more »

South Africa: MTN-Backed Kiira Motors Electric Expedition Reaches 3000km Milestone in Kampala-Cape Town Green Belt Expedition

The MTN-sponsored Kiira Motors "Made in Uganda Grand Trans-Africa Electric Expedition" has reached Lusaka, Zambia, marking the first major milestone in a 13,000-kilometre journey… Read more »

Uganda: Minister Mayanja Intervenes As Ibanda State Attorney, Police Are Accused of Colluding With Businessman in 25-Year Land Dispute

The Resident State Attorney (RSA) of Ibanda, Ali Ssemakula, together with local police, is facing intense scrutiny over allegations of colluding with prominent businessman Vincent… Read more »

Uganda: Attorney General Kiwanuka Warns NRM Members Against Campaigning for Independents

The Attorney General, Kiryowa Kiwanuka, has cautioned National Resistance Movement (NRM) supporters who continue to campaign for candidates without official party flags, noting… Read more »

Uganda: Minister Kabanda Courts City Dwellers to Support Museveni, Other NRM Candidates

The Minister for Kampala, Hajjat Minsa Kabanda, has appealed to residents of the capital to reflect on and appreciate President Museveni's contribution to the country, urging them… Read more »

Uganda: Bwowe Faults EC Over Decision On Nakawa Division West Nominations

People's Front for Freedom (PFF) flagbearer for Nakawa Division West, Ivan Bwowe, has faulted the Electoral Commission (EC) for maintaining the Kampala Returning Officer's decision… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Elected to Unido Industrial Development Board for 2025-2027 Term

Uganda has been elected to the Industrial Development Board (IDB) of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) for the 2025-2027 term, following elections held… Read more »

Uganda: Makindye Residents Protest Delayed and Reduced Pdm Funds

Residents of Makindye turned out in force at the office of the Resident City Commissioner (RCC) on Monday, demanding answers over delays and discrepancies in the distribution of… Read more »

Uganda: EC Seeks Shs2.4bn to Gazette 15,256 New Polling Stations

The Electoral Commission (EC) has appeared before Parliament's Budget Committee seeking an additional Shs2.4 billion to publish 15,256 new polling stations in the Gazette and local… Read more »

Uganda: Rural School Fellows Complete Teach for Uganda Programme in Bugiri

Teach For Uganda (TFU) marked a significant milestone with a graduation ceremony for Cohorts 6 and 7 at Happy Wallet Hotel in Bugiri, celebrating Fellows who have completed… Read more »

Uganda: Appeals Court Disqualifies Ex-Trump Lawyer Alina Habba As New Jersey Prosecutor

A US appeals court has ruled that President Donald Trump's former personal lawyer, Alina Habba, has been unlawfully serving as top federal prosecutor for New Jersey - a ruling… Read more »

Uganda: WHO Warning Over Shortage of Obesity Jabs

Fewer than one in 10 people who could benefit from obesity jabs like Wegovy are able to get them, warns the World Health Organization as it releases its first guidance on the… Read more »