Uganda: EACOP 62% Complete - Officials Say

The construction of the East African Crude Oil Pipeline is now at 62 percent with the whole project expected to be complete by June next year 2026, officials have said. Read more »

Uganda: Shartis Musherure Withdraws From Mawogola North Race

Shartis Musherure Kutesa, has announced a decision to pull out of the parliamentary contestant for Mawogola North Constituency. Read more »

Uganda: Police Creates Three New Policing Regions

The Uganda Police Forces has created three new policing regions around the country. Read more »

Uganda: FIDA Runs to Court to Nullify 'Discriminatory' Pregnancy Laws

Ugandan female lawyers association, FIDA has petitioned the Constitutional Court to nullify what it termed as anti-student freedom clauses in the Health Training Institution Rules… Read more »

Uganda: New Training Programme Launched to Boost Agribusiness Support Services in Uganda

The Agri-Business Development Services Ecosystem Enhancement Project (ABEEP), a multi-stakeholder initiative aimed at transforming Uganda's agricultural sector, has officially… Read more »

Uganda: UHRC, Partners Urge Security Agencies to Uphold Human Rights Ahead of 2026 Elections

With only a few months to Uganda's 2026 general elections, the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) and its partners have called on the Electoral Commission and security agencies… Read more »

Uganda: 42 Ugandans Evacuated From Iran Amid Escalating Conflict With Israel

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed the successful evacuation of 42 Ugandans citizens and two diplomatic staff from Iran, as tensions soar following the outbreak of open… Read more »

Uganda: Police Impound Drones for Dangerous Loading On Upcountry Routes

At least four vehicles, including commuter taxis, popularly known as Drones, were last evening impounded impounded for dangerous loading and violating traffic safety regulations. Read more »

South Africa: UK Denies Julius Malema Visa Again

For the second time in just two months, the UK Home Office has denied South African opposition MP and Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema entry, ruling him… Read more »

Uganda: Elderly Face Rising Abuse As Uganda Prepares to Mark Awareness Day

As Uganda gears up to commemorate the International Day of Awareness on Elder Abuse on June 20, the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development has raised alarm over the… Read more »

Uganda: NUP Cries Foul Over Alleged Bias and Intimidation in Manafwa Youth Elections

MANAFWA - The National Unity Platform (NUP) leadership in Manafwa District has raised concerns over alleged bias, intimidation, and systemic exclusion during the recently concluded… Read more »

Uganda: Illegal Fishing Gear Worth Shs 431m Burnt At Katunguru Landing Site

In a fresh crackdown on illegal fishing practices, authorities at Katunguru Landing Site have burnt fishing gear worth 431 million shillings, following an outcry from local leaders… Read more »

Uganda: Kyanyinihuri II Residents Cry Out Over Water Scarcity, Poor Roads

Residents of Kyanyinihuri II Village in Nyabbani Parish, Nyabbani Subcounty, Kitagwenda District have decried the persistent lack of clean water and poor road infrastructure, which… Read more »

Uganda: Wazalendo Sacco Tips UPDF Soldiers in Somalia On Financial Literacy

UPDF soldiers serving under the United Nations Guard Unit (UNGU) and the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) have been tipped on financial literacy… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Lectures Zimbabwean Army Officers On Prosperity

President Museveni has delivered a lecture on economic and strategic transformation to a delegation of officers from Zimbabwe's National Defence University, emphasizing Africa's… Read more »

Uganda: Reject Voter Bribery - Museveni Tells Ugandans

President Museveni has called upon Ugandans to reject corruption and make decisions based on principles and national interest rather than short-term financial incentives, which are… Read more »

Uganda: Youth Elections in Luweero Marred By Chaos, Low Turnout, and Bribery Claims

Youth elections in Luweero District concluded Thursday amid low voter turnout, chaotic scenes, and widespread allegations of voter bribery and manipulation, raising questions about… Read more »

Uganda: Centenary Renews Commitment to Masaza Cup With Shs200 M Sponsorship

Centenary Bank has recommitted its support towards the 2025 edition of the prestigious Masaza cup with a contribution worth shs200 million. Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Opposition Leader Ingabire Summoned to Court in Treason Case

Rwandan opposition figure Victoire Ingabire said on Tuesday evening that she has been summoned to appear before court on Thursday, June 19, 2025. Read more »

Uganda: Over 16,000 Ugandan Children Born With Heart Defects Each Year

The Uganda Heart Institute (UHI) has raised the red flag over the rising number of children born with heart defects in Uganda, revealing that more than 16,000 babies are affected… Read more »

Uganda: 90% of Ugandan Health Facilities Are Unhygienic - New Report

A new report has revealed a critical gap in Uganda's healthcare system, with 90 out of every 100 health facilities found to have poor linen management practices putting patients… Read more »

Uganda: 10 People From Mubende Nominated By NRM So Far

As of Day Two of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) nominations on Wednesday, 10 candidates from Mubende District have so been nominated. Read more »

Uganda: Mao Slams Media for Sidelining Small Parties Ahead of 2026 Elections

Democratic Party (DP) president general Norbert Mao has criticised the Ugandan media for marginalising smaller political parties in their coverage, calling for more balanced… Read more »

Uganda: Land Grabbing and Health Sector Still Major Hurdles in Hoima, Says District Chairman

Hoima District Chairman Uthuman Mugisha has sounded alarm over persistent land grabbing and an under-resourced health sector, calling them the biggest challenges of his tenure so… Read more »

Africa: World Marks Desertification and Drought Day With Renewed Call to Restore Land

Today, the world pauses to mark the World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, an annual reminder of the urgent need to protect and restore land degraded by human activity… Read more »