Uganda: Uganda Records Surge in Human Trafficking Cases in 2024

Uganda has witnessed a troubling increase in human trafficking cases, with 1,068 incidents recorded in 2024, up from 1,006 in 2023, according to a government report released by the… Read more »

Uganda: Govt Breaks Ground for New Electoral Commission Headquarters in Wakiso

The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Norbert Mao, today officiated the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of the new Electoral Commission (EC) headquarters… Read more »

Uganda: Mama D Discharged After Hospital Debt Crisis

After days of uncertainty and public outcry, Ugandan celebrity chef Dorcus Basheba Kirabo, popularly known as Mama D, and her newborn twins have been discharged from Mulago… Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Reaffirms Uganda-Kenya Ties During Museveni's State Visit

Kenyan President William Ruto has reiterated Kenya's unwavering commitment to deepening bilateral ties with Uganda and promoting regional integration, during the state visit of… Read more »

Uganda: Bobi Releases Official Poster for 2026 Presidential Race

The leader of the National Unity Platform (NUP), Robert Kyagulanyi alias Bobi Wine has unveiled his official campaign poster ahead of the 2026 presidential elections. Read more »

Uganda: UPDF Land Forces Retire 411 Junior Officers and Militants At Bombo Headquarters

A total of 411 junior officers and militants from the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) Land Forces have officially retired during a colourful ceremony held at Bombo UPDF Land… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Gives Mbarara Roadside Vendors Shs100,000 Each in Additional Capital

President Museveni has extended financial support to 605 roadside vendors operating in Koranorya Market, Mbarara City, through the State House Roadside Market Vendor Project. Read more »

Uganda: Bobi Wine Gets Set... and Going

National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi, widely known as Bobi Wine, is set and rearing to go and to that, he has asked voters to join him for "A New Uganda Now." Read more »

Uganda: Inside the MOUs Museveni Signed With Ruto

Kenya and Uganda have taken a major step in consolidating their bilateral relationship with the signing of eight new Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs), aimed at accelerating… Read more »

Uganda: Makerere Signs Landmark MOU With China to Boost Agricultural Research and Innovation

Makerere University has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China's Nanjing Agricultural University, establishing a strategic partnership aimed at advancing… Read more »

Uganda: Govt Confirms Medical Internship Placements for 2025-2026 in National Hospitals

The Ministry of Health has confirmed the deployment of medical interns for the 2025-2026 internship cycle, with official placements made across national, regional, and general… Read more »

Uganda: Voter Fatigue Threatens 2026 Elections As Turnout Continues to Decline

Voter turnout in Uganda's general elections has steadily declined over recent years, sparking concerns that many Ugandans may be losing faith in the electoral process. Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Bids Farewell to Outgoing World Bank Country Manager

President Museveni has commended Ms. R. Mukami Kariuki, the outgoing World Bank Country Manager for Uganda, for her dedicated service and partnership with the government during her… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Hails Uganda's Ties With Ireland As He Bids Farewell to Outgoing Ambassador

President Museveni has hailed the longstanding partnership between Uganda and Ireland as he bid farewell to the outgoing Irish Ambassador, Kevin Colgan, at State House Entebbe. Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Gives Shs300m Financial Boost to Kampala Street Vendors

President Museveni has extended financial support worth Shs 300 million to street hawkers operating in Kampala City, in a move aimed at empowering informal traders and integrating… Read more »

Uganda: Minister Nyamutooro Launches This Year's Reach a Hand Festival to Empower Girls

The State Minister for Energy and Mineral Development and National Youth Representative in Parliament, Phiona Nyamutoro, has launched the GN Trybe Brave Girls Festival at the Reach… Read more »

Uganda: Hudu, High-Profile Figures to Appear Before NRM Election Disputes Tribunal

Former Masaka Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Hudu Hussein is among several high-profile political figures scheduled to appear before the National Resistance Movement (NRM)… Read more »

Uganda: Nnebalamye Mayanja Road Beautified Ahead of Tomorrow's Coronation

Nnebalamye Mayanja Road has been cleaned and beautified in preparation for the much-anticipated Coronation event set for tomorrow. Read more »

Uganda: Tensions Rise Between Nup Hopefuls in Namirembe-Bakuli Council Race

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Uganda: Moh Urges Mothers to Immunise Children Against Hepatitis B

Women across Uganda have been urged to prioritize early childhood immunization against Hepatitis B, with health officials warning that failure to vaccinate children at birth puts… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Unveils Ticketing Plan for CHAN 2024 Matches At Namboole

With the countdown on to the kickoff of the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024, Uganda's Local Organising Committee (LOC) has officially announced… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Urges Catholic Women to End Subsistence Farming for Prosperity

President Museveni has urged Catholic women across Africa to help eliminate subsistence farming, calling it a major cause of poverty and underdevelopment. Read more »

Tanzania: Tanzania Bans Foreigners From Small Businesses

The Government of Tanzania has moved to protect local enterprises by prohibiting non-citizens from engaging in a wide range of small and medium business activities. Read more »

Uganda: Uganda's Hepatitis B Fight Undermined By Massive Funding Gap

Uganda's decade-long battle against hepatitis B stands at a critical crossroads as chronic underfunding threatens to reverse the progress made since the country launched a… Read more »

Uganda: Inadequate Wash Facilities in Schools Threaten Girls' Education

Lack of proper water, sanitation, and hygiene infrastructure in schools is causing girls to miss classes or drop out entirely, sparking urgent calls for government intervention and… Read more »