Uganda: Mpox Outbreak - Nakasongola Holds Urgent Meeting With Headteachers

The meeting, held at the district council hall at Nakasongola Headquarters, aimed to curb the spread of the virus across the district's 330 primary schools, 28 secondary schools,… Read more »

Uganda: 374 People Diagnosed With Tuberculosis in Masaka.

Health workers in Masaka are becoming more concerned as the number of tuberculosis (TB) infections rises. Medical authorities are concerned since 374 people have been diagnosed… Read more »

Uganda: FAWE Uganda Empowers 482 Students With Bursaries to Transform Lives Through Education

FAWE Uganda has unveiled its 2024/2025 bursary program, designed to support young women and men from underrepresented communities across the country. Read more »

Uganda: Rising Crimes Worry Leaders As Six Sub-Counties Lack Police Posts in Hoima

Residents and leaders in Hoima District have expressed growing concern over the rising crime rates in their communities, including incidents of assault, domestic violence, and… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Summons Kisoro Woman MP Aspirants

The aspirants, currently engaged in primary campaigns, are expected to meet in Kampala to receive guidance from the party chairman. Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Makes Case for Investment in Uganda

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has implored investors to take advantage of Uganda's economic potential and boost its exports. Read more »

Uganda: WHO Uganda Partners with Government to Address Mental Health Crisis

As mental health issues continue to rise globally, new data reveals that approximately 32% of Ugandans are affected by mental illness, a concerning figure that highlights the need… Read more »

Uganda: Kakwenza Withdraws Torture Case Against Govt From East African Court

Novelist and human rights advocate, Kakwenza Rukirabashaija, has formally withdrawn his case from the East African Court of Justice. Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Govt's Role in Poverty Eradication, Job Creation, and Economic Growth

As Uganda marks another Independence Day, it's important to reflect on the strides the government has made in addressing poverty, creating jobs, boosting exports, and striving… Read more »

Uganda: Equity Bank Uganda Celebrates Customer Service Week With a Focus On Excellence

The week-long celebration featured a range of activities, including surprise visits from senior management, special promotions, and freebies for customers. One of the highlights… Read more »

Uganda: UWA Cracks Down On Speeding Motorists in Wildlife Parks

The Wildlife Protection Act has specific penalties for road-killed wildlife, which can include fines of up to Shs50 million or imprisonment for up to 10 years for those found… Read more »

Uganda: Airtel Uganda Gets New Managing Director

Telecom Company, Airtel Uganda has appointed Soumendra Sahu as its new managing director effective December 1, 2024. Read more »

Uganda: Equity Bank Uganda Brings Financial Services Closer to Ugandans in the UAE

The UAE has become a popular destination for Ugandan workers, and remittances from this region have substantially contributed to the country's economy. In 2023 alone, Ugandans in… Read more »

Uganda: Police Arrest 12 Members of Infamous Japodola Gang in Mukono District

According to authorities, the suspects include men and women from various professions, many of them working as casual laborers. Read more »

Uganda: Experts Tip Mothers On Essential Skincare for Babies

For mothers, the early years of a baby's life come with unique challenges, particularly in ensuring their little ones' health and well-being. Read more »

Uganda: Ministry of Agriculture Warns Farmers in Northern Uganda About Fake Seeds in Local Markets

The Ministry of Agriculture, animal industry and fisheries has cautioned farmers in Northern Uganda to be very vigilant while buying seeds for farming following the arrest of one… Read more »

South Africa: South Africa's 2wo Bunnies to Headline Vault Lounge's 3rd Anniversary

Vault Lounge, known for its high energy theme parties, will be celebrating three years on the Ugandan entertainment scene this Saturday. Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Mulls Electoral Commission Shakeup

The decision is said to be imminent after the President received a damning report detailing corruption and abuse of office in the electoral body he only reset in January. Read more »

Uganda: Actor Daniel Kaluuya Honoured With Statue in London

Oscar-winning actor Daniel Kaluuya has been celebrated with a statue in Leicester Square depicting his acclaimed performance in psychological horror film Get Out. Read more »

Uganda: Kibuku Police Investigate Magazine Abandoned With 30 Live Rounds

The magazine was found in Buyerya Zone, Kalempete Parish, Tirinyi Subcounty, and was reported by local LC1 chairman Muluga Abdul Kalim on Uganda's Independence Day. Read more »

Uganda: UK Govt Announces Shs4.9bn to Support Uganda's Response to Mpox Outbreak

The British High Commission in Kampala has announced that the UK will provide £1m( approximately shs4.9 billion) to Baylor College of Medicine and the Infectious Disease… Read more »

Uganda: Nile Basin Summit Called Off

Foreign Affairs permanent secretary Vincent Bagiire confirmed the development but offered no reasons for pushing back the summit, seeing in a brief response that it had been… Read more »

Uganda: Govt Orders Private TVET Providers to Register or Face Consequences

The Ministry of Education and Sports has directed private Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) providers to register and declare their operations, as part of the… Read more »

Uganda: VP Alupo to Meet Northern Uganda MPs Over Close Karuma Bridge Today

Today October 10, 2024, at 2:00 pm, Vice President Jessica Alupo will convene a meeting with MPs from Northern Uganda to discuss fees on alternative tourism routes after Karuma… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Irked By Poverty in Bukedi

President says despite several government developments programmes, Bukedi subregion continues to wallow in poverty Read more »