Uganda: Common Man Party's Moses Bigirwa Urges Abraham Luzzi to Prioritize Policy Over Personal Engagements

Moses Bigirwa, Secretary General of the Common Man's Party, has advised Abraham Luzzi, a candidate for Kampala Central Division MP, to concentrate on policy issues rather than… Read more »

Uganda: Kampala Hasn't Benefitted From Opposition Leadership - Burora

The National Resistance Movement (NRM) flag bearer for the Nakawa West Parliamentary seat, Burora Herbert Anderson, has called for a shift in Kampala's political leadership,… Read more »

Uganda: Betty Nambooze Warns Against Overreliance On Digital Campaigns, Urges Inclusive Outreach

Mukono Municipality MP, Betty Nambooze Bakireke, has cautioned aspiring politicians against relying solely on digital platforms to reach voters, warning that such strategies risk… Read more »

Uganda: Moses Bigirwa Promises to Channel MP Car Allowance Into Community Development in Kamuli

The Secretary General of the Common Man's Party (CMP), Moses Bigirwa, has pledged to redirect the car allowance allocated to Members of Parliament towards community development… Read more »

Uganda: Man Found Dead in Rukungiri Police Cells

A 35-year-old man, accused of theft and threatening violence, was found dead on Tuesday in Rukungiri District police cells, police have confirmed. Read more »

Uganda: Independence Park in Mbarara Becomes Hub for Youth Entrepreneurship Amid Unemployment Challenges

Independence Park, the historic green space in the heart of Mbarara City, has long served as a place for relaxation, leisure, and community events. Read more »

Uganda: Solar Street Lights Boost Safety and Commerce Along Kampala-Masaka Highway

Residents and traders along the Kampala-Masaka highway are experiencing a renewed sense of safety and economic revival following the installation of solar-powered street lights in… Read more »

Uganda: Staff Housing Shortage Threatens Healthcare Delivery in Budaka District

In the quiet villages of Budaka, the promise of quality healthcare is being threatened not only by medicine shortages and underfunding but by a more fundamental challenge - a lack… Read more »

Uganda: Makerere Ranked Second in Sub-Saharan Africa for University-Industry Collaboration

Makerere University has been ranked second in Sub-Saharan Africa and first among low-income countries for university-industry and international engagement, according to the latest… Read more »

East Africa: Uganda Must Act On Sevilla Financing Accord to Drive Inclusive Growth, Says Bou Deputy Governor

The Deputy Governor of the Bank of Uganda (BoU) Prof. Augustus Nuwagaba has underscored that Uganda's long-term economic growth will depend on how effectively global leaders… Read more »

Uganda: Rwomushana Warns Uganda Faces Political Crisis Amid Corruption, Flawed Elections

Outspoken political analyst and former chief intelligence officer Charles Rwomushana has issued a stark critique of Uganda's political climate, describing the nation as being in… Read more »

East Africa: Uganda Aims for 150,000 BPO Jobs By 2030

Uganda's Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) sector is driving economic growth, youth employment, and digital transformation, with the government setting ambitious targets. Read more »

Uganda: URA Announces Historic Shift From Tin to Nin

The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has officially launched its annual tax return filing season, unveiling a landmark reform that will see taxpayers transition from using the Tax… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Records Sharp Decline in HIV/Aids Infections, Deaths

Uganda has made remarkable strides in the fight against HIV/Aids, with annual Aids-related deaths dropping from 56,000 in 2010 to 20,000 in 2024, according to data presented to… Read more »

Uganda: Experts Urge Caution As Uganda Celebrates World Bank Funding Return

Experts have cautioned Uganda against celebrating the World Bank's return without addressing long-standing governance and efficiency gaps in project implementation. Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Reaffirms Commitment to 'One China Principle' On 63rd Anniversary of Diplomatic Ties

On the occasion of the 63rd anniversary of diplomatic relations between Uganda and China, the Ugandan government has reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to the "One China… Read more »

Uganda: Obongi Ferry Sees Traffic Surge As Laropi Ferry Undergoes Maintenance

The suspension of the MV Laropi Ferry, which links Moyo and Adjumani Districts via the Laropi-Umi route, has led to a significant rise in traffic on the Obongi route, local… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Warns Sebei On Environmental Misuse, Orders Scientific Boundary Mapping

President Museveni has called for urgent environmental discipline and scientific boundary demarcation around Mt. Elgon as he resumed his campaign trail in Sebei, barely two weeks… Read more »

Uganda: Muhoozi Meets Italian Delegation to Discuss Defence and Aerospace Cooperation

Uganda and Italy are exploring deeper defence cooperation following a high-level meeting between the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, and senior… Read more »

Uganda: Focus On Real Change , Not Excitement, Museveni Tell Youth Mobilisers

President Museveni has held an engagement with groups of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) youth mobilizers at State Lodge - Mbale, urging them to ground their political work… Read more »

Africa: Global Emissions Could Fall 12 Percent By 2035 Under Current Climate Pledges, UN Report

Global greenhouse gas emissions could drop by about 12% by 2035 compared to 2019 levels if all current national climate pledges are fully implemented, according to a new update… Read more »

Uganda: Health Workers Decry Appalling Conditions At Lwemiyaga Health Centre III

Health workers at Lwemiyaga Health Centre III in Sembabule District have raised alarm over the dire conditions under which they operate, warning that congestion, poor sanitation,… Read more »

Uganda: DPP Drops Mabati Theft Case Against Lugoloobi

The Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has dropped charges against State Minister for Finance, Planning and Economic Development, Amos Lugoloobi, who was accused of diverting… Read more »

Uganda: FDC's Alobo and Attan Kick Off Campaigns With Massive Rally in Soroti

The Forum for Democratic Change's 2026 campaign season officially began in Soroti City over the weekend, with Soroti City Woman MP Joan Alobo Acom--popularly known as Arrow… Read more »

Uganda: Gen Muhoozi Reaffirms Strong Security Partnership With European Union

The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, on Monday welcomed Johan Borgstam, the European Union (EU) Special Representative for the Great Lakes Region, at the… Read more »