September 17, 2023
Uganda: Museveni Awooma Album Launched in the Presence of First Lady
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni who is also the National Chairman of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) has pledged to support musicians by giving them funds and equipment to… Read more »
Uganda: King Oyo of Tooro Leads Expedition to Mount Rwenzori
King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV of Tooro embarked on a remarkable expedition to Uganda's tallest mountain, Rwenzori, as part of a concerted effort to emphasize the crucial… Read more »
September 16, 2023
Uganda: Cost of Education Bankrupting Parents, Experts Say
Experts in education have warned that the cost is bankrupting parents. Read more »
Uganda: DP Want the Police to Withdraw Ban on National Unity Platform
The Democratic Party Caucus in Parliament has asked the Deputy Inspector General of Police Major. General Godfrey Katsigazi to retract his statement suspending the political… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda to End Costly Clinker Imports in Move Towards Self Reliance
In a significant move towards self-sufficiency and economic empowerment, Uganda is poised to halt its costly imports of clinker, a crucial raw material used in cement production. Read more »
Uganda: How Police Arrested Manager, Security Guard Over Decomposing Body of Man Who Died in Lodge
Police in Kampala have arrested a manager and a security guard after a man who had gone to a lodge died in Nansana and later his body was recovered dumped in a swamp in Kakiri, 18… Read more »
September 15, 2023
Kenya: Kenya to Scrap Container Deposit Fee at Mombasa Port to Ease Trade With Uganda
Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) has agreed to scrap the container deposit of $3,000 (about shs12 million) per container at Mombasa port as a commitment to easing business for Uganda… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Reopens Embassy in Havana, Cuba
Uganda has finally reopened its embassy in the Cuban capital, Havana as both countries continue to deepen ties. Read more »
Uganda: U.S.$500 Million Vaccine Plant Commissioned By Museveni Put Up for Sale Over Debts
In a shocking turn of event, a $500million( approximately shs1.8trillion) pharmaceutical drug and mRNA vaccine manufacturing facility in Kigogwa, Matugga, in Wakiso District… Read more »
Uganda: NRM's Uthuman Mugisha Wins Hoima Lc5 By-Election
The Electoral Commission has declared NRM flagbearer, Uthuman Mugisha as the winner of Hoima LC5 by-election. Read more »
September 14, 2023
Uganda: DRC Allows Ugandan Army to Expand Operation Shuja to Go After Fleeing ADF
The DRC government has allowed the joint operations between the Ugandan army and FARDC to expand to new areas that will see the two armies go after fleeing ADF fighters. Read more »
Uganda: Uganda's Insurance Sector Defies Odds to Continue With Growth Trajectory
Uganda's insurance sector has continued with its growth trajectory to ensure premiums grow to shs898.10billion representing a 16.5% growth to the half year results released on… Read more »
Uganda: Assessors to Advise Court On Nagirinya Murder Case
The High Court in Kampala has set September, 19 as the date on which assessors will give their opinion on the case of kidnap and subsequent murder of social worker Maria Nagirinya… Read more »
Uganda: Police Accused of Interfering in FDC Party Matters
The Uganda Police has withdrawn its offer of security for the Extraordinary FDC Delegates Conference, causing a stir within the party and legal circles. Read more »
Uganda: Kyabazinga Celebrates Ninth Anniversary With Strong Message Against Unscrupulous Land Deals
In a resplendent celebration marking his ninth coronation anniversary, the Kyabazinga of Busoga, William Gabula Nadiope IV, issued a stern warning to his subjects, urging them to… Read more »
Uganda: Killer Who Escaped From Prison Hunted Down By Police Dog
A law enforcement dog caught a fugitive as he tried to crawl away in thick underbrush two weeks after his escape from a prison in the US state of Pennsylvania, authorities have… Read more »
Uganda: Cotton Factory Transforms Cassava Farmers' Fortunes
Growing up, Aleje Modesta's future seemed bleak. She was raised in a humble setting in a small village in Bukedea District. Read more »
Uganda: We Are Not About to Stop Our Mobilization Tour, Says Nup
Opposition National Unity Platform(NUP) has said they are not about to stop their mobilization tour as directed by police. Read more »
September 13, 2023
Uganda: Police Ban Bobi Wine's Rallies Over 'Sectarian Comments'
Police have issued a directive banning the ongoing mobilization tours by National Unity Platform president, Robert Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine. Read more »
Uganda: Unesco Removes Kasubi Tombs Off List of Endangered Heritage Sites
UN cultural agency, UNESCO has removed Kasubi tombs, the burial grounds for Buganda kings off the list of endangered heritage sites around the world. Read more »
Uganda: Shock As More Than 2,000 Pupils Fail Mock Exams in Mubende
Mubende district is still reeling from the shock of more 2,000 candidate class pupils failing Mock Examinations.The examinations were organised by the district to enable the… Read more »
Uganda: NBS TV Launches NBS At 15 Scholarship Campaign to Boost More Journalism Studies
In a world where media shapes perceptions and drives narratives, the role of journalism has never been more critical. Read more »
September 12, 2023
Uganda: 12 Feared Dead After Soroti Hospital Oxygen Machine Breaks Down
Reports are emerging that at least 12 people are feared to have died since Friday at Soroti Regional Referral Hospital due to the breakdown of the oxygen machine. Read more »
Uganda: Police Praise Besigye Over Peaceful Meetings in Nebbi
The Uganda Police has praised Opposition Forum for Democratic Change strongman Dr. Kizza Besigye for holding peaceful meetings in the Nebbi District recently. Read more »
Uganda: If Kyagulanyi Wants to Be President of Uganda, He Should Refrain From Insulting Museveni, Muhoozi - MP Asiimwe
Enos Asiimwe, the MP for Kabula country, has urged Robert Kyagulanyi, the leader of the National Unity Platform(NUP), to cease insulting President Museveni and his son Gen Muhoozi… Read more »