April 09
Uganda: Kampala Police Arrest 10 Suspects in Major Panga Robbery Crackdown
Police in Katwe Division have successfully dismantled a notorious panga-wielding robbery gang that has been terrorising several areas within Kampala, including Makindye, Kizungu… Read more »
Uganda: Seven Dead in Multi-Vehicle Crash On Jinja-Kampala Highway
At least seven people were killed in a multi-vehicle accident this morning at Kinoni along the Jinja-Kampala highway in Mabira. Read more »
Uganda: Cleric Urges Leaders to Uphold Justice, Human Rights At Mufumbiro's Wife Requiem Mass
Rev. Canon Musiiwuufu Magala has called on Uganda's leaders to stand by their promises and ensure a peaceful transfer of power, using the requiem mass for the late Edith Katende… Read more »
Uganda: Among, Mao Trade Barbs Over Kyankwanzi Retreat
Speaker of Parliament Anita Among has stirred debate after using a pointed analogy to describe the limits of political cooperation, remarks widely interpreted as directed at… Read more »
East Africa: Nema Halts Illegal Construction On Lake Victoria Shoreline in Munyonyo
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has ordered the immediate restoration of a degraded lake-shore protection zone on the protected lake-shore zone in Mulungu… Read more »
Uganda: Beyond Cars and Homes - Statewide Insurance Ushers in a New Era With Landmark Dog Insurance Cover
For decades, insurance in Uganda has been synonymous with protecting bricks and mortar, four-wheeled investments, and human life. But what about the four-legged family members… Read more »
Africa: Journalists Across Africa Invited to Apply for the MTN Pan-African Media Innovation Programme
In September 2025, MTN Group, in partnership with the University of Johannesburg (UJ) and the African Editors Forum (TAEF), launched the MTN Pan-African Media Innovation Programme… Read more »
Uganda: Mao Defends Attendance At NRM Retreat, Cites Official Invitation
Democratic Party (DP) President Norbert Mao has defended his attendance at the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) leadership retreat, saying he was formally invited in his… Read more »
Uganda: CID Impersonator Arrested in Anti-Handbag Snatching Operation
Police in Nateete are holding a 38-year-old man in connection with impersonation and a handbag snatching incident reported earlier this year. Read more »
Uganda: NBRB Unveils Tough New Building Law, Warns of Stricter Enforcement
The National Building Review Board (NBRB) has announced tougher enforcement measures and higher penalties under the newly enacted Building Control (Amendment) Act 2026, aimed at… Read more »
Uganda: Mao's Speakership Bid - The Birth of Coalition Politics in Uganda
The Justice and Constitutional Affairs Minister and Democratic Party President Nobert Mao is attending the NRM Parliament Caucus in Kyankwanzi this week. Read more »
Uganda: BoU Signs Shs592bn Contract With Euro Gold Refinery
The Bank of Uganda (BoU) has signed a contract with two local companies including Euro Gold Refinery to commence the supply of gold under its Domestic Gold Purchase Programme. Read more »
Uganda: Rotaract Club of Kigo Seven Lakes Golf Hosts Mother Club President
The Rotaract Club of Kigo Seven Lakes Golf hosted its mother club president, Kin Kariisa, in a vibrant fellowship that highlighted service, innovation, and leadership development. Read more »
Uganda: Minister Cancels Contested 12-Square-Mile Land Title in Mubende
The State Minister for Lands, Sam Mayanja, has ordered the cancellation of a 12-square-mile land title in Buweekula South Constituency in Mubende District, declaring that the late… Read more »
April 08
Uganda: Museveni Set for May 12 Swearing-in
President Museveni will be sworn in for his seventh term in office on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, following his victory in the January 15 presidential elections. Read more »
Uganda: You Must Fight for Africa's Strategic Security - Museveni Tells NRM MPs
President Museveni has called on leaders across the continent to prioritise Africa's strategic security, warning that without unity and technological advancement, the continent… Read more »
Uganda: Ggaba Daycare Killer Sought Wealth Through Human Sacrifice, Court Hears
A 34-year-old man accused of killing four children at a daycare centre in Ggaba, a suburb of Kampala, believed he would gain wealth through human sacrifice, according to… Read more »
Uganda: Gomba Farmers Urge Govt to Subsidise Guatemala Grass Seeds to Boost Milk Production, Prevent Livestock Deaths
Cattle farmers in Gomba District have called on the government to subsidize Guatemala grass seeds, saying the high-nutrition fodder could help reduce livestock deaths during dry… Read more »
Uganda: CSOs Warn Debt-Heavy Budget Threatens Service Delivery
The Executive Director of Civil Society Budget Advocacy Group (CSBAG), Julius Mukunda, has expressed concern over the government's budget allocation for the 2026/2027 financial… Read more »
Uganda: New Urban Programme Aims to Decongest Kampala, Drive Economic Growth in Cities
Uganda is turning to its cities as engines of economic transformation, following the approval of a $540 million urban development programme by the World Bank. Read more »
Uganda: NRM MPs-Elect Begin Intensive Kyankwanzi Retreat Ahead of 12th Parliament
Members of Parliament-elect from the National Resistance Movement have commenced a week-long retreat at the National Leadership Institute aimed at preparing them to execute party… Read more »
Uganda: Katikkiro Mayiga Urges Leaders to Prioritise Citizens and Uphold Their Mandate
The Katikkiro (Prime Minister) of Buganda, Charles Peter Mayiga, has called on political leaders at all levels to remain faithful to the promises that brought them into office and… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Clays Returns to Profitability With Shs142m
Uganda Clays Limited has staged a return to profitability in the 2025 financial year, posting a net profit of Shs142 million--a sharp recovery from a net loss of Shs4.95 billion… Read more »
Uganda: Buganda Leaders Trained On 'Tubeere Balamu' Health Insurance Initiative
Leaders in the Buganda Kingdom have been trained on the "Tubeere Balamu" health insurance scheme, an initiative aimed at improving access to affordable healthcare among the… Read more »
Uganda: Govt Secures Shs 2.1 Trillion for Urban Development Programme to Boost Jobs and Infrastructure
The Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development has announced the approval of a $540 million (approximately UGX 2.1 trillion) funding package from the World Bank to implement… Read more »
