East Africa: Today in History - Uganda Declares Lake Victoria a Disaster Zone Amid Rwanda Genocide Crisis

Uganda formally declared the northern shores of Lake Victoria a national disaster area on this day in 1994, as bodies from the Genocide against the Tutsi continued washing ashore… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Confirms No New Ebola Cases Beyond Imported Infections

The Ministry of Health has said Uganda has not registered any new Ebola cases apart from the two imported infections from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), as government… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Rolls Out Major Ebola Containment Measures After Imported Cases

Uganda has announced sweeping public health restrictions, including the suspension of flights, border transport, and weekly markets in high-risk districts, following confirmation… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: Uganda Suspends DR Congo Flights, Cross-Border Flea Markets and Transport

Uganda has suspended flights, border transport and weekly markets in high-risk border districts after confirming two imported Ebola cases linked to the outbreak in eastern DR… Read more »

Uganda: Govt to Expand Sickle Cell Care to Health Centre IIIs

Medical experts have raised concern over the growing burden of sickle cell disease in Uganda, revealing that about 20,000 children are born with the condition every year, with more… Read more »

Uganda: Four Arrested Over Shs388.9m Gold Scam in Kampala

Police in Kampala have arrested four suspects on allegations of defrauding a South African national of USD103,050( approximately shs388.9 million) in a gold scam. Read more »

Africa: Museveni, Zuma Discuss Uganda-South Africa Investment Cooperation

President Museveni has hosted former South African President Jacob Zuma at State Lodge Nakasero, where the two leaders held discussions aimed at strengthening business and… Read more »

Uganda: Justice Ministry Expands Regional Presence With Lira Office to Improve Access to Legal Services

The government has opened a regional office of the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs in Lira City in a move aimed at addressing persistent delays in legal services,… Read more »

Uganda: Over 30 Youths Rescued in Nansana Over Alleged Fake Job Recruitment Scam

Police in Nansana have rescued more than 30 youths who were allegedly lured into Kampala with false promises of employment by a company identified as Globel Alliance. Read more »

Uganda: Ugandans Question WHO Over 'Ebola Bundibugyo' Naming

A fresh debate has erupted in Uganda over the naming of the Ebola Bundibugyo virus strain, with diplomats, journalists, and sections of the public questioning why a deadly disease… Read more »

Uganda: Three Suspected Ebola Cases At Mubende Hospital

Access to Mubende Regional Referral Hospital has been restricted following the registration of three suspected Ebola cases, with results from the Ministry of Health still pending. Read more »

Uganda: Forest Pharmacy - How Kibale's Chimpanzees Use Nature to Boost Health and Sexual Vitality

Deep within the lush ecosystem of Kibale Forest National Park, a remarkable story of survival, instinct and natural medicine unfolds every day. Read more »

Uganda: Govt Issues New Ebola Guidelines for Public Gatherings, Transport

The Ministry of Health Uganda has issued new Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) aimed at preventing the spread of Ebola Virus Disease during public gatherings, religious… Read more »

Uganda: Mixed Reactions As Leaders Reflect On Legacy of NRM Mobiliser Karangwa in Kayunga

The late Moses Karangwa Kaliisa continues to draw mixed reactions from leaders and residents in Kayunga District, with supporters hailing his political influence while others… Read more »

Uganda: Last MP Swears in, Says Parliament Lied About His Whereabouts

Bukuya County Member of Parliament Michael Iga Bukenya took a belated oath of office on Wednesday before the Clerk to Parliament, Adolf Mwesigye, before turning his guns toward… Read more »

Uganda: Museums Should Go Beyond Artifacts, Heritage Leaders Urge

The Cross-Cultural Foundation of Uganda (CCFU) has launched two-day celebrations at Hotel Africana to mark 20 years of promoting and preserving Uganda's rich cultural heritage,… Read more »

Uganda: Corruption Had Suffocated Ugandans, Says Mulimba As He Praises Museveni, Muhoozi Crackdown

Former State Minister for Foreign Affairs John Mulimba has welcomed the ongoing anti-corruption crackdown by security agencies, describing it as long overdue and a major relief to… Read more »

Uganda: EC Begins Voters Register Display Ahead of Kalangala Woman MP By-Election

Electoral Commission Uganda has commenced the display of the National Voters Register in Kalangala District ahead of the by-election for the District Woman Representative in… Read more »

Africa: Fear Grips East Africa As Deadly Ebola Outbreak Surges, Death Toll Rises to 134

Communities in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo and neighboring Uganda are on high alert following a deadly outbreak of Bundibugyo Ebola virus that has already killed at least… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Pledges Support to Ntungamo Iron Ore Processing Plant

President Museveni has pledged government support to Terra Industrial Development Company following the establishment of an iron ore processing factory in Rwenanura, Ntungamo… Read more »

Uganda: Luweero Leaders Tasked to Strengthen Service Delivery, Tighten Oversight On Government Programs

The Resident District Commissioner (RDC) of Luweero, Mariam Nalubega, has urged residents to fully embrace government wealth creation programs, especially the Parish Development… Read more »

Uganda: Law Society Tells Off Military Over Counsel Alaka's Anita Among Representation

The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has issued a strongly worded rebuke against senior military officials following a wave of social media threats and extrajudicial warnings targeting… Read more »

Uganda: Kinkizi West MP Kaberuka Urges Kanungu Leaders to Prioritize Unity, Fight Corruption

James Ruugi Kaberuka has urged leaders in Kanungu District to fight corruption and avoid political quarrels that undermine unity and slow development. Read more »

Uganda: Flavia Nyinakiiza Re-Elected Speaker of Kabale District Council

Flavia Nyinakiiza Kanagizi has been re-elected Speaker of Kabale District following a competitive election held at the District Rukiiko Hall. Read more »

Uganda: Bank of Uganda to Hold Kabale Townhall On Economy, Financial Inclusion

Bank of Uganda is set to meet residents and stakeholders in Kabale District for a townhall meeting aimed at explaining the Central Bank's role in managing the economy and… Read more »