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 »

Uganda: Tororo Municipal Council Receives Draft Design for Multi-Billion Shilling Modern Abattoir

Tororo Municipal Council has been presented with the draft design for a new modern abattoir to be constructed on council land in Mukuju Central Village, Tororo North County, along… Read more »

Uganda: Traders Count Losses After Early-Morning Fire At Nakasero Market

Traders at Nakasero Market in central Kampala were left assessing losses after a fire broke out around 9:00 a.m., believed to have been caused by an electrical fault. Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Focus On Roads, Power and Health Services in Rwampara

President Museveni has opened his first rally in Rwampara District, returning to Bujaga for the first time in 68 years. Read more »

Uganda: Gen Muhoozi Inspects Next-Generation Trainer and Light Combat Aircraft

General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) of the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF), conducted an inspection of the L-39 Skyfox demonstrator at the UPDF Entebbe… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Tells Mbarara Rally Peace Has Enabled Region's Growth

President Museveni has told residents of Mbarara that the peace Uganda enjoys today--from Karamoja to Kisoro and Busia to Bundibugyo--is the result of the NRM's politics of… Read more »

Uganda: Police Deploy 162 Vehicles, 1,040 Motorcycles to Boost Security Ahead of Elections

The Uganda Police Force has enhanced its operational capacity with the deployment of 162 vehicles and 1,040 motorcycles to regional formations and sub-counties across the country. Read more »

Uganda: Police to Reduce Highway Speed Limit to 90km/h Under New Road Safety Guidance

KAMPALA -- The Uganda Police Force has issued new guidance on speed limits nationwide in a renewed push to curb the rising number of road traffic deaths. Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Urges Graduates to Prioritize Healthy Lifestyles and Family Wealth

President Yoweri Museveni has urged fresh graduates to adopt healthy lifestyles, avoid alcohol, and focus on building wealth for their families. Read more »

Uganda: PWDs Demand Removal of Taxes On Essential Assistive Tools During Disability Day Celebrations

As Uganda joined the rest of the world in marking the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), Curantis Foundation renewed calls for the government to remove taxes on… Read more »

Uganda: Police Recruit 1,296 From Karamoja to Serve As Special Constables Ahead of 2026 Polls

Police in the Mt Moroto Region have recruited 1,296 youths to serve as Special Police Constables (SPCs) ahead of the upcoming election period. Read more »