June 25, 2025
Uganda: High Court Orders Release of Eron Kiiza's Passport in Contempt Case
The High Court in Kampala has ordered the immediate release of human rights lawyer Eron Kiiza's passport, which had been retained as a bail condition following his prosecution for… Read more »
Uganda: Owino Slams Political Elites, Calls for Practical Solutions in Tororo North
Businessman and community activist Simon Nicholas Owino has called for transformative leadership, youth empowerment, and grassroots-driven development in Tororo North Constituency,… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda to Showcase Coffee Excellence At World Trade Fair in Geneva
Uganda is set to exhibit its growing influence in the global coffee market at the World of Coffee 2025 event taking place from June 26-28 at Palexpo SA in Geneva, Switzerland. Read more »
Africa: 40 Countries Still Lack Basic Tobacco Protection Laws - WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has raised alarm over persistent weaknesses in global tobacco control, despite more than 6.1 billion people now being covered by at least one of… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Rallies Religious Leaders to Champion Development As Orthodox Church Elevates Mityana Diocese
President Museveni has challenged Uganda's religious leaders to expand their influence beyond spiritual teaching and become key players in the fight against poverty and… Read more »
Uganda: FAO Sounds Alarm Over Agrifood Investment Gaps in Uganda
At a time when global financial aid to developing nations is shrinking, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has made an urgent call for Uganda to… Read more »
Uganda: Inmates Sleep in Toilets As Prisons in Eastern Uganda Reel Under Severe Overcrowding
The Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) Soroti Regional Office has sounded alarm over deteriorating human rights conditions in prisons across Eastern Uganda, revealing that… Read more »
Uganda: Judiciary Launches 'Justice for Her' Project in Nebbi to Fast-Track GBV Cases
In a move to strengthen the justice system's response to gender-based violence (GBV), the Acting Principal Judge, Lady Justice Okuo Jane Kajuga, has officially launched the… Read more »
Uganda: Former Uganda Cranes Forward Ibrahim 'Kizota' Kizito Dies At 54
Former Uganda Cranes forward Ibrahim 'Kizota' Kizito has passed away at the age of 54. Read more »
June 24, 2025
Rwanda: Kagame Reappears After Two-Week Absence, Meets Obasanjo in Kigali
After a conspicuous two-week absence from the public eye, Rwandan President Paul Kagame reappeared on Tuesday, June 24, hosting former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo at… Read more »
Uganda: MPs Clash Over Campaign Money As Commercialisation of Politics Deepens
As Uganda's 2026 general elections draw closer, Members of Parliament are raising alarm over the rising cost of political campaigns, warning that the commercialization of politics… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Urges Iran, Israel to End Hostilities, Calls for Two-State Solution
President Museveni has called for a return to principled diplomacy in the Middle East, appealing to both Iran and Israel to end their mutual hostilities and embrace a two-state… Read more »
Africa: Trump Claims Israel-Iran Agree to 'Complete Ceasefire'
President Trump said on social media Monday night that Israel and Iran had agreed to halt their fighting, declaring an end to what he called "The 12 Day War." Read more »
Uganda: First Lady Is 77 Today and the President Is Loving It
President Museveni on Tuesday led the nation in celebrating the 77th birthday of First Lady Janet Kataaha Museveni with a heartfelt message honouring her as a mother, leader, and… Read more »
Uganda: Top Somali, Aussom Commanders Laud UPDF, Sna Troops After Dislodging Al-Shabaab Militants From Sabiid-Anole
The top commanders of Somali National Army (SNA) have commended the combined forces of the Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF) and SNA for dislodging the insurgents from… Read more »
Uganda: Musician David Mugema Dies Suddenly in Gulu
Musician David Mugema has died suddenly in Gulu, sources have confirmed. Read more »
Uganda: Govt Hands Over Business Toolkits to 1,417 Informal Sector Workers
Government has distributed business toolkits and equipment to 66 Jua-Kali groups comprising 1,417 beneficiaries as part of ongoing efforts to transition informal sector workers… Read more »
Uganda: Elias Kiggundu Calls for Measurable Behavior Change At Taasa Obutonde - Zero Waste Launch
At the heart of Uganda's environmental transformation lies a question: What drives people to care or not care about the environment? Read more »
Uganda: NUP Extends Nomination Period to July 25 Amid Dispute Over Document Re-Verification
The National Unity Platform (NUP) has extended its nomination process for party aspirants ahead of the 2026 general elections. The deadline for submitting expression of interest… Read more »
Uganda: Former Kikuube RDC Tumusiime Nominated
The former Resident District Commissioner of Kikuube district Amlan Tumusiime has been nominated by the NRM Electoral commission Chairman Tanga Odoi after fulfilling all the… Read more »
Uganda: Former Rwampara East MP Charles Ngabirano Eyes Comeback in NRM Race
Former Rwampara East County Member of Parliament, Dr. Charles Ngabirano, has formally declared his political comeback after being nominated to contest in the forthcoming National… Read more »
Uganda: NUP EC Reveals Over 50,000 Expressions of Interest, Faces Vetting Challenges
The National Unity Platform (NUP) Electoral Commission has acknowledged a surge in interest from all those seeking leadership positions under its flag, with over 50,000 individuals… Read more »
Uganda: DP Nakaseke Joins Mpuuga's Democratic Front Ahead of 2026 Polls
The Democratic Party (DP) leadership in Nakaseke District has officially entered into a political alliance with the Democratic Front (DF), a new opposition platform led by former… Read more »
Uganda: Former Kabojja Teacher Get Four Year Jail Term for Attempting to Sodomise Pupil
The Chief Magistrates Court at Buganda Road in Kampala has sentenced a former teacher at Kabojja Junior School to four years and six months' imprisonment for attempting to sodomise… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Hailed As SFC Kicks Off Third Inter-Unit Rifle Competition
The Commander of the Three Special Forces Group, Col. Wilson Bagonza, has hailed President Yoweri Museveni for his unwavering support toward the training and equipping of the UPDF,… Read more »
