Uganda: Renewed Fight Against HIV/Aids As 140,000 Participate in Kabaka Birthday Run

It was a renewed fight against HIV/AIDS as thousands on Sunday morning participated in the 13th Kabaka Birthday run at Bulange, Mengo, the Buganda Kingdom headquarters. Read more »

Uganda: Pistol Recovered As Police Arrest 16 in Entebbe Crackdown

Police in Entebbe Municipality have recovered a pistol following an intelligence-led operation conducted on Saturday, April 11, 2026, across the areas of Wamala, Buzzi, Lutaba, and… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Meets Iranian Envoy As Muhoozi's Pro-Israel Rhetoric Stirs Diplomatic Ripples

President Museveni on Sunday held a meeting with Iran's Ambassador to Uganda, Majid Saffar, on the sidelines of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) retreat in Kyankwanzi, amid… Read more »

Uganda: Ugandan Troops Lead Humanitarian Outreach in Somalia's Lower Shabelle

The Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF), operating under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), in collaboration with partner forces, has… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni's Calculated Unpredictability Keeps Allies and Rivals Guessing

President Yoweri Museveni, Uganda's long-serving leader, remains one of the most enigmatic political figures in the region--widely described by analysts and former close associates… Read more »

East Africa: Uganda Hosts Chinese Investors for High-Level Trade, Tourism Investment Tour

Uganda is currently hosting a high-level delegation of Chinese investors and industry representatives as part of the ongoing Uganda-China Coffee Investment and Destination Tour, a… Read more »

Uganda: Mbidde Rules Out Mao's Speakership Bid, Cites NRM Tradition and Cooperation Deal Limits

Democratic Party vice president Fred Mukasa Mbidde has publicly cautioned party leader Norbert Mao against pursuing the Speakership, arguing that political realities, party… Read more »

Africa: Coca-Cola Beverages Africa Kicks Off 'Year of the Customer,' Honouring Teams Driving Market Excellence

Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) has declared 2026 its "Year of the Customer," underscoring a renewed strategic focus on customer-centric growth during its annual leadership… Read more »

Uganda: Economists Urge Ugandans to Tighten Spending As Cost of Living Bites

As economic pressures continue to squeeze household incomes across Uganda, economists are delivering a clear and urgent message: discipline in saving and spending is no longer… Read more »

Uganda: Security Intensifies Crackdown On Illegal Mining in Kassanda

Security agencies in the Wamala Region have intensified a crackdown on illegal mining activities in Kassanda District following a directive from the Ministry of Energy and Mineral… Read more »

Uganda: UPDF Commends Masindi Army Secondary School for Strong UCE, UACE Performance

The Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF) has commended Masindi Army Secondary School for its outstanding performance in the 2025 Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) and Uganda… Read more »

Uganda: Water Crisis Deepens in Tororo As Boreholes Break Down

Access to clean and safe water remains a pressing challenge for many residents in Tororo District, as a growing number of community boreholes fall into disrepair. Read more »

Uganda: Kyankwanzi - VP Alupo Calls for Institutional Harmony, Innovation

Vice President Maj (Rtd) Jessica Alupo has emphasized the importance of harmony among the Executive, Legislature, and Judiciary, noting that while each arm of government has… Read more »

Uganda: Miners Protest Eviction As Police Enforce Mining Ban in Kassanda

Uganda Police, through the Mineral Protection Unit, has deployed an enforcement team to implement a directive from the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development ordering gold… Read more »

Uganda: Kayunga RDC Commends Kabaka Birthday Run for Community Impact

The Assistant Resident District Commissioner (ARDC) for Kayunga District, Umer Mitala has commended the Kabaka Birthday Run for promoting unity and improving community health,… Read more »

Uganda: Masaka Leaders Hail Kabaka's Role in Transforming Women's Health

Leaders in Masaka City have intensified preparations to mark the 71st birthday of the Kabaka, using the occasion to highlight the life-changing impact of his campaign against… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda's IPSO-TC Deepens Military Training Cooperation With US Army War College

The International Peace Support Operations Training Centre (IPSO-TC) International Peace Support Operations Training Centre on Saturday received a distinguished delegation from the… Read more »

Uganda: Police Dismantle Suspected Gang Behind Soroti Mobile Money Robbery, Murder

Police in the East Kyoga Region have arrested 11 suspects in connection with an aggravated robbery and fatal shooting that claimed the life of Patricia Kokunda, a 36-year-old… Read more »

Uganda: Buganda Promotes Tree Planting, HIV Awareness As Part of Kabaka Birthday Activities

As the Buganda Kingdom marks the birthday of the Kabaka, Minister for Local Government and the Kabaka's Tours Joseph Kawuki has called on parents and the general public to take… Read more »

Uganda: UPDF Hosts U.S. Army War College Delegation On Military Transformation, Regional Security

The Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces has hosted a delegation from the United States Army War College in a high-level engagement focused on military transformation, regional security,… Read more »

Uganda: I'm a Single Mother of Seven - Nandutu Seeks Leniency, Apologises to Karamoja

Former Minister for Karamoja, Agnes Nandutu, has asked for pardon from the people of Karamoja, the President, and her constituents in an emotional address before court ahead of her… Read more »

Uganda: UNFPA Urges Policy Reforms to Address Menstrual Health Gaps in Uganda

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has called for urgent policy and regulatory reforms to tackle persistent menstrual health challenges in Uganda, warning that limited… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Intensifies Fight Against Malaria With Distribution of 25.8 Million Nets

Uganda has stepped up its fight against malaria with the rollout of 25.8 million mosquito nets under a nationwide distribution campaign aimed at reducing infections and saving… Read more »

East Africa: Uganda to Launch Two New Satellites to Space - Museveni

President Museveni has announced that Uganda is set to launch two new satellites into space as part of efforts to strengthen security, environmental monitoring, and communications. Read more »

Uganda: Govt Publishes List of Licensed Labour Export Firms

The State Minister for Youth and Children Affairs, Balaam Barugahara, has warned young people against falling victim to fraudulent labour export schemes, saying many are losing… Read more »