March 20
Uganda: Chinese Experts Commence 14-Day Training On Bamboo Fuel in Uganda
Independent (Kampala)
A team of visiting Chinese experts on Sunday began a 14-day training session with Ugandan farmers and industry players on the production and utilization of bamboo charcoal. Read more »
Uganda: DRC Refugee Surge Strains Humanitarian Support in Burundi and Uganda
WFP
World Food Programme urges action to avert 'escalating hunger crisis' Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Pledges Support to Successful Hoima Farmer to Grow Big
Nile Post
President Museveni has pledged government support to Mr. David Irumba, a successful agribusiness entrepreneur based in Bulera East Cell, Kyentale Ward, Hoima East Division, Hoima… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Urges Bunyoro to Prioritise Free Education
Nile Post
President Museveni has called on the people of Bunyoro to fully embrace free education in government schools, emphasizing that high school fees continue to hinder children from… Read more »
Uganda: Prisons Officers Embark On Study Tour of Key Govt Institutions
Nile Post
Participants of the Prisons Intermediate Command and Staff Course have undertaken a study tour of key government installations, gaining valuable insights into healthcare and… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Breaks Ground for Construction of Bunyoro University
Nile Post
President Museveni has presided over the groundbreaking ceremony for Bunyoro University, emphasizing the need for free education in government schools and the eradication of… Read more »
Uganda: Soroti MP Alobo's School Arson Case Delayed
Nile Post
The Soroti Chief Magistrate's Court has once again delayed the hearing of a case involving Soroti City MP Joan Alobo, who is facing charges related to arson and theft at Jozan… Read more »
Uganda: Protests Erupt in Soroti Over Virtual Court Session for Pupil's Murder Suspects
Nile Post
Residents accused authorities of shielding the suspects from public scrutiny, leading to violent protests that resulted in the torching and looting of the school. Read more »
Uganda: Stanbic Bank Fetes Muslim Clients At Ramadan Iftar Dinner
Independent (Kampala)
Hundreds of Muslim faithful broke the Fast during a high-profile Iftar dinner hosted by Stanbic Bank on Tuesday evening - March 18 at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel. Read more »
Uganda: Ring the Bell - Applauding Women Investing in the Uganda Securities Exchange
Independent (Kampala)
In a bid to promote gender inclusivity in Uganda's financial markets, the Uganda Securities Exchange (USE), under the leadership of CEO Paul Bwiso, hosted the Ring the Bell for ALL… Read more »
Uganda: Appeal Court Upholds Murder Conviction of Woman in Finnish Man's Poisoning
Nile Post
According to court records, Nagayi lured Petteri to Uganda under the pretext of a business trip. He arrived at Entebbe International Airport on February 5, 2018, accompanied by… Read more »
March 19
Uganda: Ugandan Pupils Struggle With Reading and Comprehension, Uwezo Report Shows
Nile Post
The report attributes this struggle partly to schools that have resisted adopting the thematic curriculum, which requires instruction in local languages for pupils from Primary One… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda's Ebola Fight Goes to Communities
Independent (Kampala)
Uganda's Ministry of Health together with its partners, the World Health Organization (WHO) Country Office and, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC),… Read more »
Uganda: FDC's Prodigal Sons Struggling for Relevance Ahead of 2026 Elections
Nile Post
Several politicians who split from the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) to form new political parties continue to fight for a foothold in Uganda's dynamic political scene. Read more »
Uganda: Ssenyonyi Calls for Unified Anti-Illicit Financial Flows Legislation
Nile Post
Leader of the Opposition in Parliament, Joel Ssenyonyi, has urged African governments to harmonize legislation against illicit financial flows (IFFs) to combat financial crimes… Read more »
Uganda: Gang Violence Reignites Fear in Mbale As Another Youth Dies
Nile Post
Brian Waniala, a procurement and logistics graduate, was attacked on March 9 by a suspected gang of teenage criminals along Mukamba Road as he walked home from watching a football… Read more »
Uganda: Tokenism ,Patriarchy Still Hindering Women's Leadership in Uganda - Activists
Nile Post
Female-led Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) have raised concerns over stringent accountability measures and negative public perception, arguing that these challenges hinder their… Read more »
Uganda: MPs Question Low Fund Disbursement Under Grow Project
Nile Post
Legislators have raised concerns over the slow disbursement of funds under the Generating Growth Opportunities and Productivity for Women Enterprises (GROW) project. Read more »
Uganda: Is ULs President Isaac Ssemakadde Being Targeted? Legal Battle Sparks Debate
Nile Post
The arrest warrant for Uganda Law Society (ULS) President Isaac Ssemakadde has raised serious questions about the motivations behind his prosecution. Read more »
Uganda: Bobi Wine Condemns Abduction of Nup Supporter in Mbarara
Nile Post
Bright Muhumuza, a dedicated member of the National Unity Platform (NUP) in Mbarara City, is alleged to have been abducted on the evening of March 18 in Mbarara City by heavily… Read more »
Uganda: Multichoice Uganda, UCC Launch Regional Film Competitions and Filmmaker Workshops
Independent (Kampala)
MultiChoice Uganda, the home of great Pay TV entertainment has in partnership with the communications regulator, Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), and other partners,… Read more »
Uganda: Equity Bank Uganda Takes Abakyala Ku Ntiiko Aura to Masaka
Independent (Kampala)
For the second time in one week, Equity Bank Uganda brought women entrepreneurs, financial experts and industry leaders under one roof as the Abakyala Ku Ntiiko reached Masaka on… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Asks PDM Beneficiaries to Take Full Responsibility of Funds
Nile Post
President Museveni has urged beneficiaries of the Parish Development Model (PDM) to take full responsibility for the funds they receive, emphasizing that the program is a direct… Read more »
Uganda: MP Opendi Celebrates 'Special' Women's Day in Her Constituency
Nile Post
Tororo Woman Member of Parliament, Sarah Opendi has officiated at a unique Women's Day event organized by Kwapa Catholic Parish Priest. Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Says Government to Create Special Fund for Fishermen
Nile Post
The government will create a special fund for fishermen, aimed at improving their livelihoods. Read more »
