November 05, 2023
Uganda: Parents, Teachers Urged to Promote Open Discussion On Menstrual Health
Parents and teachers are encouraged to engage in open discussions about menstrual-related topics with young adolescents, promoting a supportive environment for girls. Read more »
Uganda: Bobi Wine Over the Moon As UK Reverses Ban Over Controversial Anti Gay Lyrics
The United Kingdom has officially lifted the ban on Robert Kyagulanyi, the leader of the National Unity Platform (NUP), widely known as Bobi Wine, after a decade-long exclusion. Read more »
Uganda: Neonatal Conditions Top the List, Malaria Cases Decline in New Health Sector Performance Report
The annual health sector performance report has unveiled a comprehensive picture of the disease burden affecting the nation, with neonatal conditions emerging as the leading cause… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Was Losing Billions By Buying Fuel Through Middlemen, New Deal Will Solve This, Says Museveni
President Museveni has broken his silence about the new fuel deal that Uganda signed with Vitol Bahrain E.C. for the importation of fuel into the country. Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Details Operation to Kill ADF Fighters Who Murdered Tourists in Queen Elizabeth
President Museveni has provided more details about the operation in which the UPDF killed six suspected ADF fighters on Lake Edward believed to have masterminded the attack that… Read more »
November 04, 2023
Uganda: DP Urges Museveni to Reduce Personal Animosity Towards His Predecessors, Including Idi Amin
The Democratic Party (DP) has asked President Museveni to lessen his personal hatred towards his predecessors, particularly Idi Amin. Read more »
Uganda: Lwengo Locals in Panic After Caterpillars Attack Villages, Destroy Crops
Locals in two villages in Lwengo district are in panic following the invasion of black swallowtail caterpillars that have destroyed their crops. Read more »
Uganda: Minister Musenero Invites Investors Into Ugandan Invented Drink That Cures Hangover
The Minister for Science and Technology, Dr. Monica Musenero has asked willing investors to bankroll the latest innovation by Uganda of a drink that cures hangover. Read more »
Uganda: State Attorney in Trouble for Getting Police Boss Off Hook After Defiling Baby - Case Reinstated
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has kicked off investigations into circumstances under which a police officer in Arua was got off the hook after being… Read more »
Uganda: Minister Baryomunsi Warns Health Practitioners Against Extortion
The Minister for Information and National Guidance, Dr. Chris Baryomunsi has warned health practitioners against engaging in extortionist tendencies at their respective health… Read more »
Uganda: NSSF Warns Employers Against Evading Remittance
The acting NSSF Deputy Managing Director, Gerald Paul Kasaato has warned employers against disguising their workers as interns to evade remitting their monthly contribution. Read more »
November 03, 2023
Rwanda: Rwanda Removes Visa Restrictions for All African Visitors
Rwandan President Paul Kagame has introduced visa-free travel for all Africans, making Rwanda the fourth African country to do so. Read more »
Uganda: UPL - Former Cranes Star David Obua Appointed New URTA FC Coach
Uganda Premier League club, URA FC have appointed former Uganda Cranes star, David Obua as the team's new head coach. Read more »
Uganda: Sam Ssimbwa Is the Pick for Cranes Assistant Job
Sam Ssimbwa has been announced as the new Cranes assistant coach by the local football governing body(FUFA). Read more »
Uganda: Modular Assessment Is the Game Changer to Promote Employable Skills, Says Educations Minister
The Minister for Education and Sports, Janet Kataaha Museveni,has highlighted the successful implementation of modular assessment, stating that it will improve access to… Read more »
Uganda: We Care for You, NRM's Todwong Tells Police Spouses
The NRM Secretary General, Richard Todwong has assured spouses of the police officers of the government's commitment to improving their well-being. Read more »
November 02, 2023
Uganda: Uganda Europe Convention to Be Launched Next Week
The senior presidential advisor on diaspora affairs, Abbey Walusimbi has revealed that the Uganda Europe Convention will be launched on Thursday, November, 9 at the office of the… Read more »
November 01, 2023
Kenya: Ugandans Worry as Government Terminates Fuel Import Deals With the Kenya
Uganda's Ministry of Energy and Mineral has proposed a Bill in parliament that seeks to cut reliance on Kenya for importation of its petroleum products. Read more »
Uganda: Group That Killed Tourists, Guide in National Park Intercepted, Army Says
The Ugandan army has intercepted a group of ADF fighters who were recently involved in the killing of two tourists and their Ugandan driver and a number of them put out of action. Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Engages in Negotiations With the World Bank Regarding Funding Amid the Anti-Homosexuality Act
The State Minister for Finance, Henry Musasizi, has confirmed that the government is in the midst of negotiations with the World Bank to address the recent suspension of funding to… Read more »
Uganda: Jumia Unveils Black Friday Campaign for 2023
Jumia Uganda has officially launched its highly anticipated Black Friday campaign for 2023, offering customers the opportunity to purchase their favorite products at heavily… Read more »
Uganda: Uncoordinated Government Communications Hurt Tourism - UWA Boss
The executive director for Uganda Wildlife Authority Sam Mwandah has said that uncoordinated government communications continue to hurt tourism thus leading to cancellations of… Read more »
Uganda: The Ghosts of Evading URA Taxes
Someone involved in import/export business might be helpful here for us to be able to understand the intricacies of importation. Read more »
Uganda: Wendi - Postbank Launches Mobile Wallet Platform to Drive Financial Inclusion
PostBank Uganda has launched its mobile wallet named Wendi in a move that aims to usher in a new era of financial empowerment for the unbanked and underserved population through… Read more »
Uganda: Gangs Terrorise Mbale City With Daily Night Break-INS
A wave of fear has swept through Bugema B Cell, a peaceful neighbourhood in Mbale City, as families are left traumatized by a recent string of robberies. Read more »