November 20
Uganda: Tororo District Chairperson Urges Formal Cost-Sharing in Public Hospitals
Nile Post
While free services are promised, Okea argues that the actual situation often forces patients to buy their medicines due to frequent stockouts in public hospitals. Read more »
Uganda: Ugandans to Save As Low As Shs5000 As NSSF Launches New Voluntary Plan
Nile Post
National Social Security Fund has launched a new voluntary savings plan that will allow members save as low as shs5000. Read more »
Uganda: Rift in Uganda Law Society As Members Disown Ssemakadde
Nile Post
A faction of the Uganda Law Society (ULS) has issued a firm statement distancing itself from controversial remarks made by its president, Isaac K. Ssemakadde. Read more »
Uganda: Experts Warn HIV Progress At Risk Without Sustained Efforts, Rights-Based Interventions
Nile Post
Globally, over 31 million people are now living with HIV, a stark increase from 8 million decades ago. In 2023 alone, 380,000 new infections were recorded, highlighting persistent… Read more »
Uganda: Ssenyonyi Rallies Bukomansimbi Coffee Farmers Amid Concerns Over New Coffee Law
Nile Post
The Leader of the Opposition in Parliament, Joel Ssenyonyi, has called on coffee farmers in Bukomansimbi District to stay resilient amidst growing concerns surrounding the recently… Read more »
Uganda: Katanga Trial 'Stalls' Amid Repeated Adjournments
Nile Post
Ms Molly Katanga, accused of killing her husband on November 2, 2023, remains in Luzira Prison having been denied bail twice by Judge Isaac Muwata, who at one time promised a… Read more »
Uganda: In Bugahya, Six People Are Out to Kick Pius Wakabi Out of Parliament
Nile Post
Wakabi, who represents Bugahya in the 11th Parliament, joined politics in 2016 after resigning as a school bursar at Kabalega Secondary School in Masindi. Read more »
Uganda: Museveni, Zulu King to Grace Ateker Cultural Festival in Soroti
Nile Post
The Minister for Gender, Labour and Social Development, Betty Amongi has said President Museveni will grace the Ateker cultural festival in Soroti. Read more »
Uganda: Obongi RDC Hashaka Rescues Pupils Stranded By Flooded Road to Access Ferry
Nile Post
The pupils, residents of Sinyanya in Adjumani District, rely on the Obongi ferry to cross the River Nile daily to attend classes under the Universal Primary Education (UPE)… Read more »
Uganda: Bobi Demands Answers Over Besigye Abduction
Nile Post
Early morning reports suggested that Opposition stalwart Besigye would be produced at the Military Court Martial today Read more »
Kenya: Besigye's Demands Release of His Husband Reportedly Abducted in Nairobi
Capital FM
Winnie Byanyima, wife of Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye, has called on the Ugandan government to release her husband, whom she claims was abducted in Nairobi. Read more »
Africa: COP29 - Exploring Africa's Untapped Energy Potential Amid Global Energy Security Concerns
Observer
World leaders and some more than 70,000 delegates from 170 countries descended on the Azerbaijan capital, Baku, for the 29th Conference of the Parties to the Conference of the… Read more »
Uganda: Nyege Nyege - Hits, Misses and Tales of the Afrogalactic Edition
Observer
To say that this year's Nyege Nyege festival ended on a high, would be an understatement, especially if you have attended the past two editions post the Covid-19 pandemic. Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Praises Uganda Cranes for Afcon 2025 Qualification
Nile Post
President Museveni has expressed his congratulations to the Uganda Cranes for securing their spot in the 2025 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament in Morocco. Read more »
November 19
Uganda: State House Investigates Four Ibanda Officials, Former Town Clerk Over Corruption
Nile Post
The State House Anti-Corruption Unit has summoned four Ibanda Municipality officials and the former Town Clerk of Ibanda Municipality, Fernard Mukuru Katunda, over allegations of… Read more »
Uganda: Next Media Launches Sixth Edition of Housing Baraza, Focuses On Affordable Housing Solutions
Nile Post
Next Media Services has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing Uganda's housing challenges with the launch of the sixth edition of the NBS Housing Baraza. Read more »
Uganda: FDC Katonga 36 Demand Justice After Torture Ordeal
Nile Post
Thirty-six members of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) Katonga faction, recently arrested in Kisumu, Kenya, and charged with terrorism, have recounted harrowing experiences of… Read more »
Uganda: VP Alupo, Speaker Among Laud President Museveni's Skilling Initiative
Nile Post
The Teso Zonal Presidential Skilling Hub in Soroti recently played host to a high-profile event, as Speaker of Parliament Anita Among, and Vice President Jessica Alupo joined other… Read more »
Uganda: President Museveni Orders Courts to Deny Bail to PDM Fund Misusers
Nile Post
The President's directive is part of his performance assessment tour of the Teso sub-region, aimed at evaluating the impact of PDM and promoting participation in wealth creation… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Now Says Won't Meddle in Iteso-Japadhola Tororo Split Issue
Nile Post
The President, who had previously pledged to resolve the conflict, compared the situation to ripening bananas. Read more »
Uganda: Unicef and World Leaders Urge Immediate Climate Action to Protect Children
Nile Post
From flooded schools to collapsing health systems, children are facing the worst consequences of a crisis they had no hand in causing. Read more »
Uganda: Court Martial Hands Sentences Four to Six Years for Unlawful Possession of Ammunition
Nile Post
Keffa Kiwanuka, Jonathan Magoma Waswa, Moses Nyombi, and Saulo Ssekandi were convicted under the Firearms Act Cap 229 and the UPDF Act, 2005. Read more »
Uganda: 25 Repatriated ADF Rebels Reunite With Communities After Rehabilitation
Nile Post
A total of 25 former Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) rebels, including women and children, have been reintegrated into their respective communities after undergoing three months of… Read more »
Uganda: Renowned Ugandan Journalist Kabengwa Hospitalized in UK
Nile Post
Ugandan journalist James Kabengwa's health crisis has captured the attention of the public eye, courtesy of prominent figure Frank Gashumba, shedding light on the perils of medical… Read more »
Uganda: Nyege Nyege Festival 2024 Serves Unforgettable Showcase of Music, Art and Culture
Nile Post
The four-day festival, which opened its doors to attendees on Thursday, attracted thousands of visitors from around the globe to experience a vibrant celebration of music, culture,… Read more »
