February 06
Uganda: Parliament Should Prioritise Urgent National Issues Instead of Focusing On Supreme Court Ruling - MP Nakut
Napak District Woman Representative, Faith Nakut Loru, has called on Parliament to shift its focus away from the recent Supreme Court ruling and concentrate on more pressing… Read more »
Uganda: Health Authorities Swiftly Contain Measles Cases in Kasese
Kasese district health officials have swiftly responded to three confirmed cases of measles, ensuring the community remains safe through immediate intervention and public… Read more »
Uganda: Electoral Commission Sticks to Voter Verification Deadline Despite MP Pleas
The Minister for Justice and Constitutional Affairs Nobert Mao has reiterated that the Electoral Commission will not extend the voter verification deadline, despite concerns from… Read more »
Uganda: Tayebwa Urges Indian Business Community to Champion Uganda's Growth
According to the United Nations Commodity Trade Statistics database, Uganda's exports to India in 2023 amounted to $865 million. Read more »
Uganda: Ebola Ruled Out, but Mpox Cases Surge in Mbarara
Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital has implemented strict measures, including limiting caretakers per patient to reduce congestion and minimise the risk of transmission. Read more »
Africa: Uganda Preps to Host 11th Africa Regional Forum On Sustainable Dev't
President Museveni has today reaffirmed Uganda's readiness to host the 11 th Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Read more »
Uganda: Kitagwenda Residents Unite to Build Lifeline Road, Transforming Village Access
In a remarkable show of unity and self-reliance, residents of Buryansungwe, Kinyaruguru, and Bwentikye villages in Bwera Parish, Kicheche Sub-county, Kitagwenda District, have come… Read more »
Uganda: Law Society to Address Supreme Court Judgment, Launch Legal Reforms
The Uganda Law Society's Radical New Bar (RNB) is gearing up to host a weekly press and public engagement aimed at tackling key judicial decisions and introducing new legal… Read more »
Uganda: Govt Hands Over Nine Sanitation Facilities to Koboko Municipality
The Ministry of Water and Environment, through the Urban Water Supply and Sewerage Services Department, has officially handed over nine institutional sanitation facilities to… Read more »
Uganda: Families Seek Compensation After Arrested Fishermen Drown in UPDF Boat Accident
The accident occurred on January 27 as the FPU transported 15 arrested fishermen. The deceased, Oswanu Matia, 24, from Ndaiga "A" village, Kityerera Sub-county, Mayuge District,… Read more »
Africa: Uganda to Host 11th Africa Regional Forum On Sustainable Development
Uganda is set to host the 11th Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (ARFSD) in April this year, President Yoweri Museveni has announced. Read more »
Uganda: President to Resume PDM Zonal Tours in Kigezi Sub-Region
The Presidential Press Unit (PPU) has announced that President Museveni, will resume his Parish Development Model (PDM) Zonal Tours on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, in the Kigezi… Read more »
Uganda: Cop 30 to Take Place As Global Climate Target of 1.5°c Remains Elusive
As the world prepares for COP 30 in Brazil, the global climate target of limiting warming to 1.5°C remains elusive, with current global temperatures already rising by 3°C. Read more »
Uganda: Lack of Tourism Fund Jeopardising Sector Development
This fund was intended to serve as the central repository for all of the Board's income and finances, a crucial component for investing in the tourism sector's development. Read more »
Uganda: Black, Pirates Forge Partnership to Revolutionize Fan Experience
Black, a direct-to-consumer audio and wearable technology brand, has announced a partnership with the Stanbic Black Pirates Rugby Club. Read more »
Uganda: Man Hangs Self Using Mosquito Net - Report
A 45-year-old resident of Campswahili Cell in Nabilatuk Town Council was found dead in his house, having allegedly hanged himself with a mosquito net tied to the roof. Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Appoints Flavian Zeija As Deputy Chief Justice
The appointments continue the latest trend with women largely holding the longest end of the gavel across different courts Read more »
Uganda: Furaha Partners With School Pay to Ease Education Financing
Financial technology platform Furaha has entered into partnership with Service Cops, the owners of School Pay to help revolutionalise education financing. Read more »
Uganda: Mastercard Foundation Strengthens Efforts to Empower Youth
Speaking at a media briefing, the Foundation's Country Director, Adrian Bukenya, underscored the urgency of equipping Africa's young workforce with the skills necessary to thrive… Read more »
Uganda: Muhoozi Condemns Supreme Court Ruling On Military Trials
Speaking at the 44th Tarehe Sita celebrations in Kyotera District, Muhoozi warned that the judgment could pose a serious threat to national security and undermine the effective… Read more »
Uganda: Mubaje Calls for Fair Treatment of Ugandan Traders in South Sudan
Sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje, the Mufti of Uganda, has urged the South Sudanese government to address challenges faced by Ugandan traders operating in the country, including high… Read more »
Uganda: Ugandan Patient Undergoes 15-Hour Life-Saving Surgery in India
The complex procedure, performed at Marengo Hospital in Faridabad by a team of top specialists, highlights India's reputation as a global leader in advanced medical treatments and… Read more »
Uganda: Dr.Musinguzi Appointed New UWA Boss
The Minister of Tourism, Wildlife, and Antiquities, Tom Butime has appointed Dr. James Musinguzi as the new Executive Director of the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), effective… Read more »
Uganda: Singer Aganaga Pledges to Fix Kawempe's Drainage Woes in MP Race
Musician-turned-politician Sadat Mukiibi, popularly known as Khalifah Aganaga, has promised to address the pressing issues of Kawempe North, particularly poor drainage and… Read more »
Uganda: Next Media Partners With Absa Kh3-7 Hills Run to Champion Girls' Education
We recognise the significant impact of the Absa KH3-7 Hills Run on the lives of thousands of girls. With our unparalleled media coverage, we aim to rally more people to join Absa… Read more »