April 19
Uganda: All Set As Vumbula Uganda Festival Returns to Jinja
Following a successful event last year that attracted thousands, Vumbula Uganda Festival is returning to Jinja from May 31 until June 3, 2024 at Nile Nest Resort. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Beyond the Headlines - the Reality of Zimbabwe
Today marks exactly 44 years since Zimbabwe gained its independence. Over the years, Zimbabwe has faced significant challenges, but it's essential to recognize its resilience and… Read more »
April 18
Uganda: Protesting Traders Set to Meet Museveni
In the midst of escalating tensions over the new Electronic Fiscal Receipting and Invoicing System (EFRIS) taxation system, Joseph Kabuleta has cautioned traders not to get their… Read more »
Uganda: Mubende Officials Arrested Over State of Maternity Ward
The State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SHACU) has arrested Mubende District officials over neglect of duty leading to loss of taxpayer money. Read more »
Uganda: Trade and Finance Committees Meet Key Stakeholders Over Striking Traders
The joint committee of Trade and that of Finance is this morning are expected to meet the different stakeholders over the ongoing traders strike. Read more »
Uganda: Can Alliances Resolve Political Divisions?
In the wake of Uganda's prolonged political uncertainty and the failure of transitional efforts, citizens and analysts alike are searching for pathways to resolve the deep-seated… Read more »
Uganda: SFC Soldier Jailed for Life for Aggravated Robbery
Crime and punishment | A military court has convicted a Special Forces Command (SFC) soldier of murder and handed him a life sentence. Read more »
Uganda: Alupo Calls for Expansion of Presidential Skilling Initiative
Vice-President Jessica Alupo has called for enhancement of the Presidential Skilling Initiative by incorporating additional assessment and training packages across the 19 hubs… Read more »
April 17
Uganda: Deep-Rooted Election Violence Keeps Democracy in Shackles
Uganda has a complex history of human rights violations, including under the rule of Idi Amin from 1971 to 1979, where thousands were killed and many more tortured. Read more »
Rwanda: Exiled Rwandan Accused of Terrorism Financing Is Dead
Renowned Rwandan industrialist and businessman, Tribert Rujugiro Ayabatwa, has passed on at the age of 82. Read more »
Uganda: Parliament Approves Merger of Wildlife Entities Uwa and Uwec
Parliament has approved the merger of the Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre (UWEC) with the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA). Read more »
Uganda: Family Feared Dead After Cement Mixer Truck Crushes Car
An entire family is feared dead after a cement mixer truck crushed a Mitsubishi RVR vehicle in which they were travelling Wednesday morning. Read more »
Uganda: Stakeholders Advocate for Enhanced Mail Security Standards Amid E-Commerce Surge
Amid the rapid growth of electronic communication and e-commerce, stakeholders have underscored the urgent need for improved mail security standards, cybersecurity measures, and… Read more »
Uganda: Govt Releases More PDM Funds
The government has released more money towards its household poverty alleviation initiative, the Parish Development Model (PDM). Read more »
Uganda: Strong Wind Leaves Kabale School Naked
KABALE | Nyabushabi Primary School in Kabale District is seeking urgent assistance after a strong wind blew off the roofing of a classroom block, leaving up to four classes looking… Read more »
Uganda: Magistrate Says Husband Killed in Horrific Entebbe Accident
Raphael Okiot, a lawyer, has been a teaching assistant at the Law School of his alma mater, Uganda Christian University Read more »
Uganda: What Next for Banks That Have Not Hit the Shs150bn Capital Requirement?
In 2022, Finance minister Matia Kasaija signed a ministerial instrument, increasing the minimum capital requirements for banks by 6 Times or 500 percent, from Shs25 billonto Shs150… Read more »
Uganda: Victoria University Pays Tribute to Former Chancellor Martin Aliker
Victoria University has described the late Dr Martin Jerome Aliker as a man who championed transparency and diligence in places of work. Read more »
Uganda: Equity Bank Supported My Path to Empowerment - Mwesigwa
My name is Allan Mwesigwa, age 32 years, I hail from Gita-Nabutaka village in Nangabo town council, Wakiso district. Read more »
Uganda: We Are Not Going to Surrender - Amuriat
Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) president Patrick Amuriat says he will never surrender in the struggle to liberate the country despite the turbulent political scene that is being… Read more »
Uganda: Buliisa Locals Storm Court Over 'Unfair' Oil Project Compensation
When oil was discovered in the Albertine graben in 2004, it was followed by land acquisition by different companies involved in exploration activities. Read more »
Uganda: We're Watching You, Kyagulanyi Tells New Party Recruits
National Unity Platform president Robert Kyagulanyi has warned those joining the party to get tickets that they will be disappointed. Read more »
Uganda: Witchdoctor Who Worked With Kato Kajubi to Serve Life in Prison
Tycoon Godfrey Kato Kajubi was in 2012 convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment for hiring Umar Kateregga and his wife Mariam Nabukeera to slaughter 12-year-old Joseph Kasirye… Read more »
April 16
Uganda: Traders Close Businesses In Protest Over Government 'Neglect'
Traders in the central business district of Kampala and other parts of city have decided to keep their shops shuttered until they have the opportunity to meet with the President in… Read more »
Uganda: Besigye to Join City Traders in Tax Protest
Fresh from his western region consultations and then from sending off their fallen activists in Teso, the opposition stalwart Kizza Besigye has dived into the running city traders'… Read more »