Uganda: Bobi Wine Lacks the Authority to Suspend Me As Deputy President, Says Mpuuga

The suspended deputy president of the Buganda region for the National Unity Platform (NUP), Mathias Mpuuga has emphasized that the party president, Robert Kyagulanyi alias Bobi… Read more »

Uganda: Economists Tip Tourism Ministry to Leverage Complimentary Budgeting Amid Proposed Cuts

Prominent economist Dr Fred Muhumuza has issued a challenge to government entities, particularly the Ministry of Tourism, to explore complimentary budgeting strategies amidst… Read more »

Uganda: Unclaimed Passports Create Backlog At Immigration Offices

The Ugandan Directorate of Immigration is facing a storage crisis due to a significant backlog of uncollected passports. Over 50,000 passports, dating back to 2018, are sitting… Read more »

Uganda: Belgium Pledges Support for Uganda's Universities in Research and Innovation

The Government of Belgium has committed financial and technical assistance to support research, agriculture, innovation, and tourism initiatives in the country's public… Read more »

Uganda: Could Nup Political Tensions Be Rising Following the Snubs of Yesterday's Alternative Budget By Mpuuga?

Political tensions within the National Unity Platform (NUP) ghostly seem to have escalated following the second consecutive snub by Opposition Commissioner of Parliament, Mathias… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Reflects On 30 Years Since the 1994 Genocide - Observing a Solemn Week of Mourning

Rwanda's President, Paul Kagame, has emphasised that Rwanda's tragedy serves as a warning, highlighting the potential consequences of division and extremism if left unaddressed. Read more »

Uganda: Muslims to Celebrate Eid On Wednesday

Tuesday will mark the final day of the Holy Month of Ramadan Read more »

Southern Africa: Uganda Excluded From Physical Attendance At Geneva Human Rights Meetings

The chairperson of the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC), Mariam Wangadya has revealed that Uganda has been barred from physically participating in human rights meetings held… Read more »

Uganda: Bill Clinton, and Cyril Ramaphosa Join Rwandans in Commemorating 30 Years Since the Genocide

Former US President Bill Clinton and South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa joined Rwandans in commemorating the 30th anniversary of the genocide. Read more »

Uganda: Number of Uncollected Passports Again Swells to 50,000

The Ministry of Internal Affairs has again reported an increase in the number of uncollected passports, particularly at their centre at Kyambogo in Kampala. Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Marks 30th Genocide Commemoration With Call for Action and Reflection

Rwanda yesterday solemnly commemorated the 30th anniversary of the 1994 egnocide against the Tutsi, with President Paul Kagame leading the nation in honoring the memory of over… Read more »

Uganda: Let Muhoozi Rid Army of Corruption, Impunity

Late last month, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba took over as Chief of Defense Forces (CDF), with predecessor Wilson Mbadi being assigned the docket of State minister for Trade,… Read more »

Uganda: Kabale Launches Sanitation Week

The national Sanitation Week 2024 is being commemorated under the theme, "Sanitation and hygiene for all; a key to sustainable health living". Read more »

Uganda: Vinka Treats Super Fans to an Exclusive Tusker Malt Conversessions Watch Party

The highly anticipated season finale of Tusker Malt Conversessions reached its climax with an exclusive watch party organized by Vinka Boss Man Jah. Read more »

Uganda: 'We Do Not Know Where They Are,' Government Says As Nup Demands Missing Persons

The National Unity Platform (NUP) is embroiled in a heated legal battle with the Ugandan government. The party accuses the government of kidnapping 18 of its members and is… Read more »

Uganda: URA to Open an Operational Office in the Kikuubo Business Area Aimed At Educating Traders About Efris Services

In January 2021, URA implemented EFRIS to tackle tax administration issues associated with business transactions and receipt issuance. Read more »

Uganda: Rukungiri Is Not for NRM, Says Besigye

Four-time presidential candidate Kizza Besigye, together with his FDC-Katonga faction leaders, are confident that in 2026 there will be no NRM in Rukungiri District. Read more »

Uganda: Mubaje Calls for the Reduction of Piped Water Costs to Worship Places

Sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje, the Mufti of Uganda, has appealed to the management of the National Water & Sewage Corporation to reconsider reducing the costs of water supply… Read more »

Uganda: MTN Uganda Launches Computer Lab for Gulu High School

Telecom company, MTN Uganda, in a strategic collaboration with Sense International Uganda, has launched an assistive technology computer lab at Gulu High School. Read more »

Uganda: UCAA Apologises for Water Incident At Entebbe International Airport Car Parking

The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) has issued an apology to the public and users of Entebbe International Airport facilities following an incident where the airport parking… Read more »

Uganda: Keep Your Focus On Education, Bishop Gad Tells Boys

The Bishop of Kigezi Diocese, the Right Reverend Gaddie Akanjuna, has challenged young boys in Kabale District to prioritise education over the allure of quick-money jobs. Read more »

Uganda: URA Urged to Address 15 Percent Withholding Tax On Members' Dividends

Savings and credit cooperative organizations (Saccos) in Uganda have called upon the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) to clarify the 15% withholding tax imposed on members' dividends… Read more »

Rwanda: World Let Us Down in Our Most Trying Moment - Kagame

Rwanda marked 30 years of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi on Sunday, kicking off a weeklong mourning period during which entertainment in whatever form, bars, sports and others… Read more »

Central Africa: Remembering Rwanda - A Tragic Tale of the 1994 Genocide

The scars of 1994 run deep, with survivors haunted by memories of loss and trauma that defy comprehension. Read more »

Uganda: Bukomansimbi Goat Traders Frustrated With Prolonged Quarantine

In Kigangazi Town Council, Bukomansimbi District, a rift has emerged between goat traders and local authorities following the prolonged cattle quarantine affecting the town's… Read more »