April 16
Uganda: MPs Want Alcohol, Cigarettes to Meet Donor Funding Deficit
The Health Committee of Parliament has called for a 20-percent increase in taxes on harmful products such as alcohol and tobacco to offset the reduction in funding from donors to… Read more »
Uganda: TB and HIV Co-Infections Still a Burden in Teso - Report
On April 12, journalists in Teso Sub-region received training on the critical issue of Tuberculosis (TB) and HIV co-infections. Read more »
Uganda: Boda Bodas and the Menace the Bring On Kampala Roads
In the bustling streets of Kampala, the abundant presence of boda bodas has become both a lifeline and a looming threat. Read more »
East Africa: EAC Integration Remains a Pile of Paperwork
A regional intergovernmental organization comprising Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda. Read more »
Uganda: Ugandans Call for Justice Reforms At National Court Open Day
Litigants embroiled in long-standing land disputes raised their voices in frustration, calling upon Justice Minister Nobert Mao and Chief Justice Alfonse Owiny Dollo to intervene,… Read more »
Uganda: Police Arrest Two Over Attempt to Kill Murder Case
Police of Arua District have in detention two suspects who were arrested for attempting to bribe a Criminal Investigations Officer to kill a murder case. Read more »
Uganda: Challenges Arise in Civilians Tried in Court Martials in Uganda
In a significant development within Uganda's legal landscape, the spotlight is now shining on the intricate challenges surrounding court martials involving civilians. Read more »
Uganda: Kyagulanyi Supports Traders' Strike
As traders sit and have their businesses closed, boycotting hefty taxes imposed on them, opposition political leader Robert Kyagulanyi has welcomed the move saying this is the way… Read more »
April 14
Uganda: FDC Clashes Mar Sarah Eperu's Burial in Ngora
Opposition stalwart Kizza Besigye could not speak at the funeral of former Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) women league spokesperson and activist Sarah Eperu as the divided party… Read more »
April 12
Uganda: Floods Cut Off Kyabakuza-Sembabule Road
Residents along the Kyabakuza-Misanvu-Mateete-Kaliiro road are facing severe difficulties as the route remains impassable due to flooding, leaving them stranded without access to… Read more »
April 11
Uganda: Parliament Wants in-House Salon For Women Lawmakers
Women legislators have demanded that Parliament sets up a salon for their regular needs. Read more »
Uganda: Bobi Wine Lacks the Authority to Suspend Me As Deputy President, Says Mpuuga
The suspended deputy president of the Buganda region for the National Unity Platform (NUP), Mathias Mpuuga has emphasized that the party president, Robert Kyagulanyi alias Bobi… Read more »
April 10
Uganda: Economists Tip Tourism Ministry to Leverage Complimentary Budgeting Amid Proposed Cuts
Prominent economist Dr Fred Muhumuza has issued a challenge to government entities, particularly the Ministry of Tourism, to explore complimentary budgeting strategies amidst… Read more »
Uganda: Unclaimed Passports Create Backlog At Immigration Offices
The Ugandan Directorate of Immigration is facing a storage crisis due to a significant backlog of uncollected passports. Over 50,000 passports, dating back to 2018, are sitting… Read more »
Uganda: Belgium Pledges Support for Uganda's Universities in Research and Innovation
The Government of Belgium has committed financial and technical assistance to support research, agriculture, innovation, and tourism initiatives in the country's public… Read more »
Uganda: Could Nup Political Tensions Be Rising Following the Snubs of Yesterday's Alternative Budget By Mpuuga?
Political tensions within the National Unity Platform (NUP) ghostly seem to have escalated following the second consecutive snub by Opposition Commissioner of Parliament, Mathias… Read more »
April 08
Rwanda: Rwanda Reflects On 30 Years Since the 1994 Genocide - Observing a Solemn Week of Mourning
Rwanda's President, Paul Kagame, has emphasised that Rwanda's tragedy serves as a warning, highlighting the potential consequences of division and extremism if left unaddressed. Read more »
Uganda: Muslims to Celebrate Eid On Wednesday
Tuesday will mark the final day of the Holy Month of Ramadan Read more »
Southern Africa: Uganda Excluded From Physical Attendance At Geneva Human Rights Meetings
The chairperson of the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC), Mariam Wangadya has revealed that Uganda has been barred from physically participating in human rights meetings held… Read more »
Uganda: Bill Clinton, and Cyril Ramaphosa Join Rwandans in Commemorating 30 Years Since the Genocide
Former US President Bill Clinton and South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa joined Rwandans in commemorating the 30th anniversary of the genocide. Read more »
Uganda: Number of Uncollected Passports Again Swells to 50,000
The Ministry of Internal Affairs has again reported an increase in the number of uncollected passports, particularly at their centre at Kyambogo in Kampala. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Marks 30th Genocide Commemoration With Call for Action and Reflection
Rwanda yesterday solemnly commemorated the 30th anniversary of the 1994 egnocide against the Tutsi, with President Paul Kagame leading the nation in honoring the memory of over… Read more »
Uganda: Let Muhoozi Rid Army of Corruption, Impunity
Late last month, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba took over as Chief of Defense Forces (CDF), with predecessor Wilson Mbadi being assigned the docket of State minister for Trade,… Read more »
Uganda: Kabale Launches Sanitation Week
The national Sanitation Week 2024 is being commemorated under the theme, "Sanitation and hygiene for all; a key to sustainable health living". Read more »
Uganda: Vinka Treats Super Fans to an Exclusive Tusker Malt Conversessions Watch Party
The highly anticipated season finale of Tusker Malt Conversessions reached its climax with an exclusive watch party organized by Vinka Boss Man Jah. Read more »