Uganda: Govt Names 1,100 Students Loan Beneficiaries for 2023/24

The board had only Shs5.2 billion for the students loan scheme this financial year. Read more »

Uganda: Uganda's Economic Growth Stalls, Falls Short of Govt Target

President Yoweri Museveni's ambitious plan to boost Uganda's economy to 7% growth appears to have stalled. Economists now predict a stagnant economy, hovering between 5.5% and 6%… Read more »

Uganda: Experts Say Economy Growing in the Pockets of Fewer Ugandans

Finance minister Matia Kasaija once boasted of the economy skyrocketing. Indeed, it has happened with the current GDPt 6.3 percent but this is seemingly in the pockets of a few… Read more »

Uganda: Girls in Entebbe Fishing Communities Get Training On Menstrual Hygiene

Girls at Kigungu landing site in Entebbe have received training on menstrual hygiene from Family Medical Point(FMP) , a non for profit organisation. Read more »

Uganda: Mbarara Tops Ankole Region in HIV Prevalence-Study

The Uganda AIDS Commission has revealed that young girls between 16 to 28 years are increasingly getting HIV in Mbarara city and district with the prevalence rate standing at 8.4%… Read more »

Uganda: NRM's Namayanja Asks Busoga to Embrace Govt Programs to Fight Poverty

The deputy secretary general of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) party Rose Namayanja Nsereko has rallied Busoga to embrace every government program Read more »

Uganda: Ugandan Cadets Commissioned, Poised to Defend Nation and Region

Over 700 officer cadets, including international students from Tanzania and Mali, culminated their year of rigorous training at Uganda's Basic Military Training School with a… Read more »

Uganda: Police Warn NUP Against 'Secret' Meetings in Mityana

Police have warned the National Unity Platform (NUP) against holding authorised consultative meetings in Mityana District. Read more »

Uganda: The Paradox of President Museveni's Anti-Corruption Crusade

In the annals of Ugandan history, President Museveni's tenure has been marked by a complex dance with corruption. For decades, Museveni portrayed himself as a fierce opponent of… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Prepares to Honor 53 Heroes At 35th Heroes' Day Celebration

As Uganda eagerly anticipates the 35th Heroes' Day celebration on June 9, 2024, the nation gears up to pay tribute to 53 individuals for their extraordinary contributions. Under… Read more »

Uganda: President Museveni's Historical Approach to Economic Challenges in State of the Nation Addresses

As Ugandans eagerly anticipate President Yoweri Museveni's forthcoming State of the Nation Address, a look back at his previous addresses provides insight into how he has tackled… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Opens Embassy in South Korea, Secures Potential $500 Million Boost

Uganda and South Korea are poised to take their relationship to the next level. This was evident at the ongoing Korea-Africa Summit in Seoul, where Uganda's high-powered… Read more »

Uganda: Economic Expectations - Ugandans Seek Clarity On Mammoth 72 Trillion Shilling Budget

With President Yoweri Museveni's State of the Nation Address looming, Uganda's economic sector is buzzing with concerns. The central issue? The gargantuan 72 trillion shilling… Read more »

Uganda: Activists Call for Open Conversation On Menstrual Hygiene to Keep Girls in School

Activists championing menstrual hygiene have called for an open conversation on menstrual hygiene management to ensure girls remain in school. Read more »

Uganda: I Thought I Was Signing Meeting Attendance List - Bukomansimbi MP On Censure Signature

The Woman Member of Parliament (MP) for Bukomansimbi District, Ms Veronica Nanyondo, has asked the Speaker of Parliament to consider her withdrawal of support for the motion… Read more »

Uganda: Supreme Court to Hear Nine Constitutional Appeals in Two Days

The Supreme Court has set June 25 and June 26 as dates when it will hear nine constitutional appeals. Read more »

Uganda: Dont Sign Censure Motion-NRM MPs Told

The NRM Caucus Vice spokesperson Herbert Kinobere, has issued a directive urging all party MPs not to append their signatures on the censure motion against the commissioners. Read more »

Uganda: Former MPs Seek Elusive 'Akasiimo' Award

In a display of ironic timing, the Association of Parliamentary Alumni of Uganda, a group of former Members of Parliament (MPs), is requesting President Museveni to honor a past… Read more »

Uganda: AG Kiryowa Appointed to LDC's New Management Committee

The leadership of the Law Development Centre (LDC) has appointed Attorney General Kiryowa Kiwanuka to its new management committee, effective June 4. Read more »

Uganda: Uganda, South Korea Collaborate On Nuclear Power Plant in Buyende

In a significant step towards energy diversification and sustainable development, Uganda and South Korea have initiated plans to construct a Nuclear Development Plant in Buyende… Read more »

Uganda: Bebe Cool Urges Museveni to See the Bigger Picture in European Football

Singer Moses Ssali, popularly known as Bebe Cool, has shared his perspective on the advantages of watching European leagues and emphasised the significance of adopting successful… Read more »

Uganda: How Improper Disposal of Electronic Gadgets

In an age where technology is abundant, the disposal of electronic gadgets has become an increasingly pressing issue. Read more »

East Africa: Ugandans Abroad - the Unsung Heroes of Economic Development

As Uganda continues its journey towards economic development, a vital yet often overlooked group is making significant contributions from afar: Ugandans in the diaspora. Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Martyrs - A Pillar of Faith and Global Influence in Catholicism

In the late 19th century, a group of 23 Anglican and 22 Catholic converts in Buganda Kingdom (modern-day Uganda) met a tragic fate that would echo through the annals of religious… Read more »

Uganda: Would 'Backdoor Diplomacy' Save Speaker From Sanctions Mess?

Foreign policy experts have underscored the role of backdoor diplomacy in solving diplomatic standoffs that pose high reputational risks to the country. Read more »