Uganda: Parliament Pressures Govt to Act On Trafficking of Ugandan Girls Abroad

Parliament has demanded that government urgently explains why Ugandans, particularly young women working abroad, continue to suffer trafficking, torture, and exploitation, with… Read more »

Uganda: Airborne Survey Reveals Significant Mineral Deposits in Lamwo ,Karamoja

A comprehensive airborne geophysical survey, initiated in 2020 by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development, has revealed substantial deposits of gold, rare earth elements,… Read more »

Uganda: Besigye Marks 300 Days in Detention As Opposition Career Faces New Crossroads

Today marks 300 days since Dr. Kizza Besigye was detained after being abducted in Nairobi, Kenya, on November 16, 2024. Read more »

Uganda: Katikkiro Mayiga Engages Dubai Minister On Investment Opportunities in Buganda

The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has met with Mohammed Khalifa Al Mubarak, the Minister of Economy and Tourism in the Government of United Arab Emirates UAE, to… Read more »

Uganda: Tensions Rise in Manyi As NRM and NUP Clash in Local Govt Nominations

The nomination of candidates for lower local government positions in Mityana District is still underway, but the process has already stirred tensions between supporters of the… Read more »

Uganda: 20 Presidential Aspirants Submit Signatures to EC

The number of presidential hopefuls who have presented their supporters' signatures to the Electoral Commission (EC) headquarters on Seventh Street, Industrial Area, Kampala, has… Read more »

Uganda: Police Raises Reward to Shs60m for Information On Entebbe Couple's Murder

The Uganda Police Force has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering justice in the ongoing investigation into the gruesome murder of prominent couple, David Mutaaga, 69, and his… Read more »

Uganda: Collins Tanga Rallies Youth Around Gig Economy, Says 'Heat Is Constant'

Collins Tanga, a contender in the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Youth League elections, has pledged to champion the recognition of young people's contributions through… Read more »

Uganda: NUP Begins Vetting Parliamentary Aspirants

The National Unity Platform (NUP) has kicked off the vetting of aspiring Members of Parliament, with the process starting on Monday at the party's headquarters in Makerere-Kavule. Read more »

Uganda: Mityana Woman MP Joyce Bagala Extends Lifeline to Abandoned Sickle Cell Children

Smiles returned to the home of Najjuko Peace and her siblings after Mityana District Woman MP Joyce Bagala Ntwatwa visited and donated assorted food and medicine. Read more »

Uganda: Busimbi Archdeacon Warns Youth Against Wasteful Spending, Urges Focus On Development

The Archdeacon of Busimbi in Mityana Diocese, Ven. Rev. Fredrick Kironde, has expressed concern over the growing habit among young people of spending money recklessly on… Read more »

Uganda: Nile Breweries Crowned Employer of the Year 2025 At Fue

Nile Breweries Limited (NBL) has been named Employer of the Year 2025, securing the prestigious Gold Overall Award at the Employer of the Year Awards (EYA) organized by the… Read more »

Uganda: Ditaji Kambundji Wins World 100m Hurdles Gold in Tokyo

Switzerland's Ditaji Kambundji won the women's 100m hurdles gold in sensational style at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. Read more »

Uganda: Celebratingaga Khan's Contributions to Uganda

I am writing as a Cavendish university student from Uganda to show my sincere appreciation for your revolutionary investments and inspiring leadership in Uganda. Leaders like you… Read more »

Uganda: EC Chairperson Warns Youth On Social Media Misuse

Electoral Commission (EC) Chairperson Justice Simon Byabakama has warned Ugandan youth against abusing social media. He said spreading lies, defamation, and incitement threatens… Read more »

Uganda: Byabakama Warns Security Against Obstructing Presidential Aspirants During Consultations

The Electoral Commission (EC) Chairperson, Justice Simon Byabakama, has cautioned security agencies against obstructing presidential aspirants during consultations, stressing that… Read more »

Uganda: Breaking the Cycle - Behaviour Change Is Uganda's Best Defence Against Anthrax

Anthrax, locally named "Kooto" in Runyankore and "Kakooto" in Luganda, is one of the zoonotic diseases that continue to recur in Uganda, causing devastating effects on both… Read more »

Uganda: DPP Hands Over 16 Vehicles to Boost Justice Delivery Across Kampala

The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Lady Justice Jane Frances Abodo, has officially handed over 16 brand-new motor vehicles to officers of the ODPP. Read more »

Uganda: Roke Telkom Partners in Industry 4.0+ Hackathon Ahead of Uganda's Sovereign Cloud Launch

Roke Telkom, a home-grown telecommunications and cloud solutions provider, has today announced its partnership in the industry 4.0+ Hackathon, officially launched by the Science,… Read more »

East Africa: Uganda Moves to Bar Unqualified Lecturers From EAC Universities

The Ministry of Education has signaled a decisive shift in its approach to higher education, issuing a strong warning to universities and colleges across the country regarding the… Read more »

Uganda: Kiconco Pushes for Inclusive Jobs and Vibrant Youth League As NRM Readies Repeat Youth Elections

Brenda Kiconco, one of the contenders in the forthcoming National Resistance Movement (NRM) Youth League elections, has emphasized the need to restrict external labor migration for… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Law Society Remembers Sam Kalega During Their 16th Annual Rule of Law Week

The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has remembered Sam Kalega Njuba, a past president of the society and an icon of the Rule of Law, as they hold their 16th Annual Rule of Law Week. Read more »

Uganda: Govt Extends Final Tax Amnesty to Boost Business Recovery

- The government has granted a final tax amnesty to support struggling businesses, waiving all interest and penalties on outstanding principal tax owed as of June 30, 2024. Read more »

East Africa: Muyingo Calls for Action to Strengthen Higher Education Quality Assurance in East Africa

Minister of State for Higher Education John Chrysestom Muyingo has called on education leaders to transform political support into actionable strategies to strengthen quality… Read more »

East Africa: EAC Ministers Commit to Fast-Tracking Common Higher Education Area By 2030

Ministers responsible for Higher Education from the eight East African Community (EAC) Partner States have reaffirmed their commitment to fully operationalising the East African… Read more »