Uganda: FDC Demands Apology Over Allegations Against Party Secretary General

The Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) has demanded a public apology from individuals who have for years accused the party's Secretary General, Nathan Nandala-Mafabi, of secretly… Read more »

Uganda: Speaker Among Donates 1,000 Iron Sheets to Malera Archdeaconry

Speaker of Parliament Anita Among has delivered 1,000 iron sheets to Malera Archdeaconry in a bid to support church construction and renovation efforts across the region. Read more »

East Africa: Inside the Feisty Regional Summit On Congo Crisis

The EAC-SADC summit in Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania, on Saturday was only a show of supposed unity and full of rosy speeches, but nothing hopeful to write home about, unless like they… Read more »

South Africa: 'Elon Musk Does Not Understand South African History' - Malema

South African political rabble-rouser Julius Malema is coming is in the spotlight for his recent rhetorics in which he appeared to call for killing of whites Read more »

Southern Africa: M23 Rebels Demand SADC Troop Withdrawal

In an open letter dated February 8, 2025, the Alliance Fleuve Congo (AFC), a coalition that includes the March 23 Movement (M23), accused SADC of violating its Mutual Defence Pact… Read more »

Uganda: Emorimor Condemns Murder of P.1 Pupil At Soroti's Jozan Primary School

The gruesome murder of six-year-old Apio Joan Faith has left the Teso community in shock and mourning, with Paramount Chief Emorimor Paul Sande Emolot strongly condemning the act… Read more »

Uganda: Butebo, Pallisa, Bukedea Cassava Farmers Demand Govt Action Over Drop in Prices

A walk through the rural landscapes of Butebo, Bukedea, and Pallisa districts reveals an overwhelming presence of cassava gardens stretching across vast lands. Read more »

Uganda: Kiprop, Chelangat Shine At This Year's National Athletics Championships

The 31st edition of the National Athletics Championships delivered thrilling performances despite the absence of Uganda's elite long-distance runners, including Jacob Kiplimo and… Read more »

Uganda: Graduates From Kazo District's Industrial Hub to Get Startup Capital

Young people in Kazo District who have undergone vocational training at the Greater Ankole Zonal Industrial Hub in Mbarara are set to receive startup capital to launch their own… Read more »

Uganda: Ll Gun Salute As Brig Gen Charles Oluka Is Laid to Rest

Brig. Gen. Charles Oluka, the former Director General of the Internal Security Organization (ISO), was on Saturday laid to rest at his ancestral home of Ousia Village, Kalaki… Read more »

Uganda: Prince Nakibinge Warns Against Family Conflicts Over Inheritance

The titular head of Muslims in Uganda Prince Kassim Nakibinge has urged heirs and family members to avoid conflicts over inheritance, warning that such disputes make it difficult… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: Tshisekedi Stays Virtual Again As Regional Summit On DRC Kicks Off

President Felix Tshisekedi has opted to stay virtual but Paul Kagame of Rwanda arrived in Dar for the summit also attended by President Museveni in person Read more »

Uganda: Lawyers Push for Regional Sanctions Against Army Chief

A group of regional lawyers has launched a legal and diplomatic campaign against Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, accusing him of making inflammatory… Read more »

Uganda: With Oil, Uganda's Growth Will Continue to Go Up - Museveni

President Museveni, who is also the Commander-In- Chief of the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) has assured that Uganda's economy will grow into double digits when the country… Read more »

Uganda: Govt Will Comply With Supreme Court Ruling - Baryomunsi

The Ugandan government has reaffirmed its commitment to implementing the Supreme Court's ruling in the case of Attorney General vs. Michael Kabaziguruka, which barred the trial of… Read more »

Uganda: MOH Deploys 222 Community Health Workers in Namutumba to Strengthen Grassroots Healthcare

The Ministry of Health has passed out 222 Community Health Workers (CHEWs) in Namutumba District, a major step toward improving community healthcare. Read more »

Uganda: Joe Kigozi Visits Next Media Park, Engages With Staff Ahead of Transition

Former Deputy Group CEO and Chief Strategist of Next Media, Joe Kigozi, visited Next Media Park this morning as part of his transition from the company after over 14 years of… Read more »

Africa: Africa Moves Towards Self-Sufficiency in Vaccine and Health Product Manufacturing

Africa is taking major steps toward self-sufficiency in vaccine and health product manufacturing, as leaders, manufacturers, and global partners gathered at the 2nd Vaccine &… Read more »

Uganda: Pastor Ssempa Urges MPs to Endorse Polygamy

The founder of the Makerere Community Church, pastor Martin Sempa has called for the formal recognition of polygamy within Christian marriages during his appearance before the… Read more »

Africa: Sylvia Mulinge Crowned Best CEO of MTN Across Africa

Ms Mulinge, who took the reins at MTN Uganda in 2022, received this prestigious accolade at the MTN Global Leadership Gathering (GLG) gala dinner held in Johannesburg, South… Read more »

Uganda: Police Officer Shoots Self Dead in Nabilatuk - Report

A police officer attached to the Anti-Stock Theft Unit (ASTU) in Nabilatuk District has died by reported suicide after reportedly shooting himself under unclear circumstances. Read more »

Uganda: Police Arrest Two and Seize 20 Jerrycans of Illicit Waragi in Karamoja Crackdown

In a major crackdown on illicit alcohol production, police in Karamoja have arrested two individuals and seized 20 jerrycans of crude waragi. Read more »

Uganda: How Will Govt Meet Shs42bn Pension Funding Gap Amidst Inefficiencies?

A recent special audit of Uganda's pension and gratuity payroll management has highlighted inefficiencies and areas for improvement, raising concerns about the country's ability to… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Warns Migrant Workers, Tourists Against Drug Trafficking As Regional Migration Forum Nears

The Ugandan government has issued a stern warning to its citizens traveling abroad, urging them to avoid carrying luggage that does not belong to them to prevent falling victim to… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Praises Dei Biopharma for Leading Uganda's Self-Sufficient Agenda On Essential Medicines Production

President Museveni has praised Dei BioPharma Ltd for its groundbreaking work in producing life-saving vaccines and drugs, including treatment for cancer. Read more »