June 03
Uganda: Govt to Expand PDM, Affordable Credit for Farmers
Government will scale up support for farmers through the Parish Development Model (PDM) and affordable credit schemes over the next five years as part of efforts to boost value… Read more »
Uganda: UTB CEO Juliana Kagwa Urges Tourism Sector to Turn Poate Gains Into Investments
The Chief Executive Officer of the Uganda Tourism Board, Juliana Kagwa, has called on tourism stakeholders to convert connections made during the Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo… Read more »
Uganda: Kasese Christians Mark Martyrs Day From Parishes Amid Ebola Restrictions
Christians across Kasese District on Wednesday commemorated Uganda Martyrs Day in their respective parish churches, with religious leaders urging believers to embrace sacrifice,… Read more »
Uganda: Kigezi Bishop Urges Christians to Emulate Uganda Martyrs, Reject Corruption
The Bishop of the Diocese of Kigezi, Rt. Rev. Gaddie Akanjuna, has called on Christians across the country to emulate the faith, courage, and commitment demonstrated by the Uganda… Read more »
Uganda: Al Mustafa Islamic College Principal Visits Next Media Park, Signals Education and Media Partnership With Salam TV
Dr Rouhallah Dehghani, Principal of Al Mustafa Islamic College, today, June 3, 2026, paid a courtesy visit to Next Media Park, where he held discussions on advancing Islamic… Read more »
Uganda: Dental Association Slams Government Decision to Halt Interns' Pay
The Uganda Dental Association (UDA) has condemned the Ministry of Health's decision to halt the payment of allowances to medical interns, describing the move as exploitative and… Read more »
Uganda: Master Parrot Is Laid to Rest
Family members, friends, fellow musicians, and fans gathered in an emotional ceremony to bid a final farewell to Ugandan singer Master Parrot, who was laid to rest amid heartfelt… Read more »
Uganda: Alan Kasujja's One-Line Press Releases Talk of the Town
A growing debate has emerged over the communication style of the Uganda Media Centre under its Executive Director, Alan Kasujja, following a noticeable shift toward unusually… Read more »
Uganda: Bishop Rubaramira Calls for Strict Observation of Ebola Sops During Martyrs Day Mass in Kabale
The Bishop of Kabale Diocese, Rt Rev Callist Rubaramira, has appealed to the public to strictly observe Standard Operating Procedures and guidelines issued by the Ministry of… Read more »
Uganda: Sabalenka Crumbles in French Open Quarter-Finals
BBC Sport - World number one Aryna Sabalenka says she fell into a "very deep, dark hole" mentally as she unravelled in a crushing quarter-final defeat by Diana Shnaider in yet… Read more »
Uganda: Court Halts Ira Board Decision Blocking Lubega Contract Renewal
The High Court in Kampala has issued an interim administrative order stopping the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) from acting on a decision that effectively blocked the… Read more »
Uganda: Vetting Is Not a Coronation and Parliament Has Every Right to Ask Difficult Questions
When a presidential nominee walks into Parliament's Appointments Committee, they are not entering a graduation ceremony where approval is guaranteed. They are entering one of the… Read more »
June 02
Uganda: Ebola Rumours Keeping Some Learners Out of School, Government Warns
The government has expressed concern that misinformation about Ebola is preventing some learners from attending school, despite assurances that no education institutions have been… Read more »
Uganda: Ministerial Nominees Face Parliament's Appointments Committee
The Appointments Committee of Parliament convened on June 1, 2026, to begin the vetting of newly appointed ministers in a closed-door session involving all 37 members of the… Read more »
Africa: 20 African Cities Selected as Full U.S. Visa Processing Hubs
Kampala has been retained as one of only 20 US visa processing hubs in Africa under a major restructuring plan by the administration of President Donald Trump, positioning Uganda… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda in Talks With Premier League Clubs for Jersey Sponsorship
The government is in discussions with several English Premier League clubs over a potential jersey sponsorship arrangement that would see the 'Visit Uganda' brand featured… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Bids Farewell to Outgoing Germany Ambassador
President Museveni has bid farewell to Matthias Schauer, the Ambassador of Germany to Uganda, who was accompanied by his wife, Katharina Schauer. Read more »
Uganda: Traffic Police Arrest 551 Motorists in Week-Long Road Safety Crackdown
The Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety has arrested 551 drivers and riders over the past week as part of ongoing enforcement operations aimed at improving compliance with… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Urges EU to Back Africa's Industrialisation As Uganda, Europe Mark 50 Years of Partnership
President Museveni has called on the European Union and other international partners to support Africa's industrialisation and value-addition agenda, arguing that the continent… Read more »
Uganda: Residents Cry Out After Nema Demolitions Leave Families Homeless in Kawaala
Residents of Kawaala Zone II in Rubaga Municipality have appealed to government and humanitarian organisations for urgent assistance after a demolition exercise conducted by the… Read more »
Uganda: Police Hunt for Driver in Fatal Hit-and-Run That Killed Entertainer Master Parrot
Police have launched investigations into a fatal hit-and-run accident that claimed the life of popular entertainer David Sifayo, commonly known as Master Parrot. Read more »
Uganda: Presidential Secretary Mafumo Defends Janet Museveni Amid FDC Criticism
Assistant Private Secretary to President Museveni, Kefa Mafumo, has defended First Lady Janet Museveni's continued tenure as Minister of Education and Sports, dismissing calls by… Read more »
Uganda: Medical Intern Crisis Exposes Paradox in Museveni's Science-Led Economy
Uganda's science policy carries a paradox that is becoming increasingly difficult to reconcile with lived reality. On paper, the state has firmly committed itself to a science-led… Read more »
Uganda: Kabale District Boss Calls for Stronger Political-Technical Cooperation
Kabale District Chairperson Denis Nzeirwe has called for greater teamwork and cooperation between the district's political and technical wings to enhance service delivery. Read more »
Uganda: Dancehall Artist Master Parrot Dies in Road Crash
Dancehall artiste David Sifaayo, better known by his stage name Master Parrot, has died following a road accident in Kampala. Read more »
