Uganda: MPs Set Focus On Electoral Violence, Road Woes, and Accountability As Parliament Resumes

As Parliament resumes on Tuesday next week after a two-month recess, legislators from across the political divide have outlined a set of critical issues they want… Read more »

Uganda: 'I Couldn't Stand Violence' - Anite Explains Quitting Elections

The State Minister for Investment and Privatisation, Evelyn Anite has opened up on her decision not to participate in the recent National Resistance Movement (NRM) party primaries,… Read more »

Uganda: Lukwago-KCCA Rift Deepens - Lord Mayor Sidelined On Accountability As Parliament Intervenes

The longstanding power struggle between Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago and the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) executive leadership escalated sharply today, culminating in… Read more »

Uganda: Ruteraho Declared NRM Flag Bearer for Isingiro Woman MP Seat After Tense Tallying

Lillian Ruteraho, a former Resident District Commissioner for Kagadi, has been declared the National Resistance Movement (NRM) flag bearer for the Isingiro District Woman Member of… Read more »

Uganda: Mutebi Rejects NRM Primary Results, Declares Independent Bid for Nakasongola Seat

Nakasongola County's political landscape has been roiled by controversy following the recent National Resistance Movement (NRM) primaries, where incumbent MP Noah Mutebi Wanzara… Read more »

Uganda: Slow-Paced Chinese Contractor Resumes Work On Moroto-Lokitanyala Road

Work has resumed on the long-delayed Moroto-Lokitanyala Road project after months of inactivity, raising hopes for improved trade and security links between Uganda and Kenya. Read more »

Uganda: Katikkiro Mayiga Urges Baganda to Uphold Clan Traditions and Avoid Intra-Clan Marriages

The Katikkiro of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has called on all Baganda to respect and uphold the kingdom's traditional customs by refraining from marrying individuals within… Read more »

Uganda: Judiciary Moves to Expand Access to Justice in Western Uganda With Site Visit to New Court Locations

The Acting Principal Judge, Lady Justice Okuo Jane Kajuga, on Wednesday afternoon conducted a site visit to three plots of land at Kamukuzi Hill in Mbarara City earmarked for the… Read more »

Uganda: More Pressure On NRM Election Tribunal As Mbarara Voters Demand Nullification of Results

Mounting pressure is being placed on the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Election Tribunal as voters in Mbarara demand the nullification of recent primary election results,… Read more »

Uganda: Kitagwenda District Chairman Flees As Anti-Corruption Unit Moves in

The Kitagwenda District Chairperson, Ismail Mushemeza, is on the run after a dramatic incident on Tuesday in which officers from the State House Anti-Corruption Unit attempted to… Read more »

Uganda: New Diplomatic Mission in Austria to Advance Uganda's Nuclear Energy Push

Uganda has officially opened a new diplomatic mission in Vienna, Austria, in a move aimed at deepening cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) as the country… Read more »

Uganda: Concerns Mount Over Quality of Candidates in Mbale NRM Mayoral Race

As the National Resistance Movement (NRM) prepares to hold primaries for mayoral, district chairperson, and councilor positions on Thursday, growing concerns have emerged over the… Read more »

Uganda: 'Remove the Honey' - Anite Wants MP Salaries Cut to End Political Greed

The State Minister for Investment and Privatisation, Evelyn Anite, has called for a reduction in Members of Parliament's salaries in a bid to tackle the growing monetisation of… Read more »

Uganda: EC Sets August Schedule for Non-Unionised Workers' Delegate Elections

The Electoral Commission (EC) has announced a nationwide programme for the election of delegates representing non-unionised workers, setting key dates in August 2025 as part of the… Read more »

Uganda: Noah Mutwe Granted Bail

Kampala -- The Buganda Road Chief Magistrate's Court has this morning granted bail to Noah Mitala, popularly known as Noah Mutwe, a close associate of opposition leader Robert… Read more »

Uganda: Bobi Reflects On NUP's Journey As Party Marks Five Years

National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine, has marked the party's fifth anniversary with a message focused on growth, resilience, and the… Read more »

Uganda: Karamoja Bids Farewell to Outgoing Irish Ambassador Kevin Colgan

The people of Karamoja on Tuesday bid a heartfelt farewell to Ireland's outgoing Ambassador to Uganda, Kevin Colgan, marking the end of a four-year diplomatic tour characterized by… Read more »

Uganda: Govt Announces Official Burial Program for Late Justice Kanyeihamba

The Government has officially confirmed the burial program for the late Justice Professor George Wilson Kanyeihamba. Read more »

Uganda: NBL's Emmanuel Njuki, Elected Uganda Alcohol Industry Association Chairperson

Nile Breweries Limited's Legal and Corporate Affairs Lead, Emmanuel Njuki has been elected as the new Chairperson of the Uganda Alcohol Industry. Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Bids Farewell to Outgoing French Ambassador

President Museveni has held a farewell meeting with the outgoing French Ambassador to Uganda, Xavier Sticker, at State House Entebbe. Read more »

Uganda: Museveni to Launch CHAN 2024 Uganda Chapter At Kololo

President Museveni is expected to officiate the launch of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) Uganda Chapter on Friday, July 25, at the Kololo Ceremonial Grounds, as… Read more »

Ghana/Morocco: Morocco Edge Ghana On Penalties to Reach WAFCON Final Against Nigeria

Morocco have booked a place in the final of the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations after defeating Ghana 4-2 on penalties in a tense semi-final at Rabat's Olympic Stadium. Read more »

Uganda: NRM Tribunal - a Sham or a Shield for Flawed Primaries?

The newly formed tribunal to hear disputes from the NRM primaries has come under immediate fire, with critics questioning its legitimacy, structure, and capacity to deliver justice… Read more »

Uganda: MPs Summon Defence Minister Over Air Cargo Planes Deal

The Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE) has dismissed officials from Uganda Air Cargo, led by Lt. Gen. (Rtd) James Lakara, and summoned… Read more »

Uganda: Low-Income Workers in Lubaga Praise President Museveni for Youth Wealth Creation Support

Low-income earners in Lubaga Division have lauded President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for his continued support through the Youth Wealth Creation Program--a government initiative… Read more »