June 10
Uganda: CID Orders VIP Cells Prepped Up As MPs Face Arrest
The Criminal Investigations Department has directed Kira Police Station to "clean up cells for VIPs" as legislators and Parliament staff face arrest in corruption charges. Read more »
Uganda: Elio Capradossi - Why I Switched From Italy to Uganda
Talented defender, Elio Capradossi, has opened up on why he decided to change his allegiance from Italy to Uganda. Read more »
Algeria: Namboole Fortress Gates Breached By Algeria
Uganda's unrealistic hope of cracking the World Cup codes remain a big fix for even Paul Put after two seconds half goals largely helped by inexplicable defensive shambles gifted… Read more »
June 09
Uganda: War Veterans - Uganda's Long-Term Challenge As NRM Govt Faces Unfulfilled Promises After 35 Years
As Uganda celebrates 35 years under the leadership of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), a growing issue has come to the forefront: the unfulfilled demands of war veterans.… Read more »
June 07
Uganda: Govt Moves to Regulate Traditional Medicine
The Ugandan government is intensifying efforts to regulate traditional medicine production, addressing a growing public interest in these remedies. Read more »
Uganda: What Was Missed in Museveni's Speech?
In his recent State of the Nation Address on June 6, 2024, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni outlined Uganda's progress and future goals. Notably absent from the speech, however,… Read more »
Uganda: Experts React to Museveni's Stance On Uganda's Economy
President Yoweri Museveni rose to the podium during the state of the nation address at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds to hail Ugandans for reaching the lower floor of middle income… Read more »
Uganda: Over Supply and Lack of Market for Cassava Is Creating Miseries for Cassava Farmers in Teso
It is reported that the farmers in Kumi and Bukedea are stuck with cassava. We even see an overflow of dried cassava at the weekly flea Bukedea market. This shows the growing… Read more »
Uganda: Govt Now Says Boda Digital Number Plates Will Combat Crime
In response to a surge in crime linked to boda-boda motorcycles, the government has announced the rollout of new digital number plates starting July. Read more »
Uganda: Govt Launches Campaign to Reverse Climate Change Effects in Kalungu
The Ministry of Water and Environment has launched the LIFE-AR (Life for Environment Action and Resilience) campaign, aimed at combating the detrimental effects of environmental… Read more »
June 06
Uganda: Uganda's Economy On Right Track - Museveni
President Yoweri Museveni on Thursday painted a bright future for Uganda's economy, which he said is on the right track . Read more »
Uganda: Concerns Mount Over Environmental Activist 'Abducted By UPDF'
A member of the Kingfisher community and a dedicated advocate for environmental governance with the Environment Governance Institute (EGI), Stephen Kwikiriza, has reportedly been… Read more »
Uganda: Govt Ready to Spend Money On Teaching Ugandans How to Drink Coffee
There are several reasons why Ugandans consume less coffee compared to other countries. One reason could be that tea is more popular and widely consumed in Uganda than coffee. Tea… Read more »
Rwanda: Diane Rwigara Again Barred From Rwanda's Presidential Election
Rwanda's National Electoral Commission (NEC) has again dashed Ms Diane Rwigara's hope of running for president in the July 14 elections. Read more »
Uganda: Unpredictable Prices Pushing Masindi Farmers Into Sugarcane Growing - District Boss
Masindi District Chairperson Cosmas Byaruhanga has highlighted the significant challenges that unpredictable crop prices pose to farmers both within the district and across Uganda. Read more »
Uganda: Nakaseke - Over 400 Women Trained to Preach Govt's Grow Project Gospel
Generating Growth Opportunities and Productivity for Women Enterprises Project (GROWTH) is a government's initiative being implemented by Ministry of Gender Labour and Social… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni's 2023 Health Sector Goals - a Year in Review
As the Financial Year 2023/2024 draws to a close, a review of President Museveni's ambitious health sector goals reveals a mixed bag of achievements and ongoing challenges. Read more »
Uganda: Jinja Authorities Terminate Street Parking Contract
The leadership of Jinja City has with immediate effect terminated the street parking contract that had been signed with Chrisanna Consult Uganda Limited due to the accumulated… Read more »
June 05
Uganda: Four Women Adjust Their Skirts to Wrestle Nanyondo in Bukamansimbi
In a political arena, opportunists take drums in the rain and dance vigorously to its beats. And the moment it the thick clouds hanging loosely over the Bukomansimbi Woman MP seat… Read more »
Uganda: The Silent Threat - Understanding Preeclampsia in Pregnancy
Preeclampsia, a serious pregnancy complication characterized by high blood pressure and signs of damage to other organ systems, most often the liver and kidneys, remains a… Read more »
Uganda: Power Struggles - Uganda's Uneven Electricity Distribution
Despite Uganda's substantial investment in hydroelectric power generation, the country continues to grapple with significant disparities in electricity distribution. While urban… Read more »
Uganda: Kampala's Health Facilities Under KCCA - a Beacon of Hope Amidst Challenges
Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) manages a network of health facilities that serve as critical lifelines for the city's residents. These facilities, offering a wide range of… Read more »
Uganda: Environmental and Health Crisis Looms Over Communities Near Kiteezi Landfill
The Kiteezi landfill, once seen as a necessary solution to Kampala's growing waste management problems, has become a source of significant distress for the communities living… Read more »
Uganda: Kampala Gears Up - Revamping Roads, Reclaiming Health With Landmark Landfill Closure
Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) is charting a bold course for the upcoming fiscal year. Unveiling their key priorities, Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago has placed a laser focus on… Read more »
Uganda: Angry Makerere Staff Threaten to Lobby for Sanctions Against Nawangwe
Makerere University staff say they will be forced to appeal to the US Embassy and other human rights protectors to save them from Prof Bernabas Nawangwe's actions Read more »