November 04, 2025
Uganda: Gonahasa Highlights Uganda's Leap Toward an Innovation-Driven Economy
The Team Lead at Industry 4.0+, David Gonahasa, has reaffirmed Uganda's commitment to accelerating technological transformation and strengthening its innovation ecosystem. Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Urged to Cut Smartphone Taxes, Prioritise Broadband Use to Close Digital Divide
Stakeholders in the digital ecosystem are calling for a reduction in taxes on entry-level smartphones and a shift in broadband rollout priorities to drive internet adoption,… Read more »
Uganda: So Far So Good for Museveni Campaigns, Says Todwong
The NRM Secretary General, Richard Todwong has said the campaigns for President Museveni are so far moving as planned. Read more »
Uganda: Katikkiro Mayiga Urges Religious Leaders to Prioritise Development and Empower Believers
The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has called upon religious leaders to prioritise development among believers to enable Christians to improve their livelihoods while… Read more »
Uganda: Munyagwa Promises Expulsion of Foreign Small Business Operators, Release of Political Prisoners If Elected President
The President of the Common Man's Party (CMP), Mubarak Munyagwa Sserunga, popularly known as 'Mugati gwa Butter', has pledged to expel all foreigners engaged in nonprofessional… Read more »
Uganda: Muhumuza Calls for Bold Investment in E-Mobility to Drive Uganda's New Economy
Team Lead at Mobility Bureau, Allan Muhumuza, emphasised the critical role of innovation and e-mobility in shaping Uganda's economic future Read more »
Uganda: Mukono Strengthens Emergency Response With Two Modern Ambulances From Unicef
Mukono Municipality has received a major boost in its health emergency services with the addition of two modern Type B ambulances, a donation from UNICEF under the Global Road… Read more »
Uganda: Kyankwanzi NRM Boss Steps Down to Campaign for Wife in Parliamentary Race
The Kyankwanzi District NRM Chairperson, Paul Bukenya, has stepped aside from his role to campaign for his wife, Christine Bukenya Sendawula, who is running as an independent in… Read more »
Uganda: Ipola Pushes Indigenous Innovation and Bio-Economy to Strengthen Health Security and Create Jobs
Program Officer for the Pathogen Economy, Patrick Ipola, has reaffirmed Uganda's commitment to harnessing indigenous scientific knowledge, strengthening health security, and… Read more »
Africa: The Making of Better Men - How New Approach to Raising Boys Is Tackling Gender Abuse
On a bright Tuesday morning in Wakiso District, laughter fills the schoolyard of Divine Mercy Junior Primary School. Boys and girls chase one another across the dusty compound,… Read more »
Sudan: Drone Strike Hits Funeral in Sudan, Killing Many Mourners
At least 40 people in Sudan have been killed in a drone strike that targeted a funeral that was taking place outside the army-held city of el-Obeid in North Kordofan state,… Read more »
Uganda: Police Arrest 136 Suspects in Week-Long Crackdown Across Kampala Metropolitan Area
The Uganda Police Force has intensified operations across the Kampala Metropolitan Area, arresting at least 136 suspects in a week-long crackdown on criminal hideouts as part of… Read more »
Uganda: Ikon Awards Team Meets Nyombi, Unveils 2026 Vision 'Going Beyond Borders'
The team behind the iKON Awards and SautiPlus has met with Nyombi Thembo, the Executive Director of the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), to officially unveil the iKON Awards… Read more »
Uganda: Ministry of Works Calls for Safer Road Use Amid Rising Crashes
As Uganda continues to grapple with an alarming surge in road traffic accidents, the Ministry of Works and Transport is calling for stronger partnerships and greater public… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda's Road Carnage - Mulago Handles 800 Accident Victims Each Month As Boda Bodas Take the Lead
At Uganda's national referral hospital, Mulago, the toll of road traffic accidents is overwhelming -- and the numbers are growing. According to Mudiru Joseph, an orthopedic surgeon… Read more »
Uganda: EOC Flags Persistent Inequalities Amid Progress in Social Services
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) has warned that regional, economic and social inequalities continue to limit Uganda's development gains, despite government investments in… Read more »
East Africa: Muhoozi Calls for Smart Border Systems to Counter Rising Regional Threats
Minister of State for Internal Affairs Gen David Muhoozi has called on East African Community (EAC) member states to fast-track adoption of smart border technologies to counter… Read more »
Uganda: Tech Experts Urge Government to Keep Internet On During 2026 Elections
Digital rights advocates have appealed to the government to ensure uninterrupted internet access during Uganda's 2026 general elections, warning that shutdowns would undermine… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Urges Kumi Residents to Focus On Wealth Creation Over Infrastructure Pride
President Museveni has urged residents of Kumi District to prioritize personal wealth creation instead of celebrating government infrastructure projects, saying prosperity will… Read more »
Uganda: Kabaka Sends 102 Farmers to Kenya for Modern Agriculture Training
The Buganda Kingdom has dispatched 102 farmers and livestock keepers from various counties across the Kingdom to Kenya for a five-day intensive agricultural training aimed at… Read more »
Uganda: Katikkiro Mayiga Urges Youth to Embrace Discipline, Hard Work and Cultural Values
The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has called on the youth of Buganda to lead responsible, disciplined, and productive lives, emphasizing that their diligence and… Read more »
Uganda: NUP Chose Money Over the People in Nakivubo Drainage Deal-Munyagwa
Common Man's Party (CMP) leader Mubarak Munyagwa has accused the National Unity Platform (NUP) of prioritising financial interests over the welfare of Kampala residents in the… Read more »
Kenya: Kabaka Sends 102 Farmers to Kenya for Modern Agricultural Training
The Kabaka of Buganda has sponsored 102 farmers and livestock keepers from across the Kingdom to Kenya for a five-day intensive agricultural training designed to equip them with… Read more »
Uganda: Adani Group Explores Security,Agro-Investment Opportunities in Uganda
The State House Investors Protection Unit has held discussions with executives from the Adani Group, one of India's largest multinational conglomerates, over possible investments… Read more »
East Africa: EAC Stakeholders Converge in Jinja to Boost Agroecological Cross-Border Trade
Smallholder farmers, traders, civil society organisations, and policymakers from across East Africa have gathered in Jinja to chart a new course for regional trade grounded in… Read more »
