January 13
Uganda: ACME Among Civil Society Groups Suspended Ahead of Elections
Nile Post
The African Centre for Media Excellence (ACME), a Kampala-based independent media organisation, has had its operations suspended by Uganda's National Bureau for Non-Governmental… Read more »
Uganda: An Interview With Scholar Mahmood Mamdani [interview]
The Conversation Africa
In his latest book, Slow Poison: Idi Amin, Yoweri Museveni, and the Making of the Ugandan State, anthropologist Mahmood Mamdani explains the factors and characters - Idi Amin and… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Communications Regulator Denies Notice On Internet, Mobile Money Shutdown Ahead of 2026 Elections
Africa Check
Uganda communications regulator denies notice on internet, mobile money shutdown ahead of 2026 elections Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Highlights NRM's Record As He Campaigns in Kasese's Busongora North
Nile Post
President Museveni on Monday, returned to the Rwenzori region with a campaign stop in Busongora North Constituency, Kasese District, using the rally to outline what he described as… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Railways Corporation Outlines Vision for Regional Transport Leadership By 2040
Nile Post
The Managing Director of Uganda Railways Corporation (URC), Benon M. Kajuna, has reaffirmed the corporation's commitment to transforming rail and marine transport as a cornerstone… Read more »
Uganda: Mukono District Commissions Modern Surgical Theatre, New Ambulance At Katoogo Health Centre III
Nile Post
Mukono District has commissioned a fully equipped modern surgical theatre, a new constituency ambulance and additional facility improvements at Katoogo Health Centre III in Nama… Read more »
Uganda: Travel Uganda With Confidence [opinion]
Nile Post
As Uganda approaches the 2026 election period, it is natural for the country to experience a mix of opinions, spirited debate, and active public engagement. Read more »
Uganda: Over 25,000km of Roads Maintained Since 2023, Works Ministry Official Says
Nile Post
Government has maintained more than 25,000 kilometres of roads across the country since 2023, significantly improving transport infrastructure and citizen mobility, according to… Read more »
Uganda: More Details Emerge On Robbers Who Gunned Down Security Guard, Stole Shs28m in Kiwatule
Nile Post
Police have provided more details on the incident in which robbers gunned down a security guard in Kiwatule on Monday evening. Read more »
January 12
Uganda: Govt Suspends Top NGO Chapter Four Over Security Concerns
Nile Post
In a move that has sent shockwaves through Uganda's civil society sector, the National Bureau for Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO Bureau) has suspended the operating permit of… Read more »
Uganda: Jailed Besigye Sends Financial Boost to Bobi Wine Campaign
Nile Post
Opposition leaders, activists and supporters on Sunday gathered at the Kasangati home of veteran opposition figure Kizza Besigye for a special prayer meeting held in solidarity… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Elections - NBS Deploys Reporters Nationwide for #ugvotes2026
Nile Post
NBS Television on Monday rolled out a nationwide reporting plan as Uganda heads into the 2026 general elections, deploying teams across the country to monitor voting, tallying and… Read more »
Uganda: Over 600 Children to Benefit From Sarah Kanyike Foundation Bursaries This Year
Nile Post
More than 600 vulnerable children across the country will benefit from education bursaries this year under the Sarah Kanyike Foundation, Read more »
Uganda: In an Exam, There Is Uncertainty, Says Political Analyst Joseph Ochieno of January 15th Polls
Nile Post
With just days to the highly anticipated general presidential and parliamentary elections scheduled for Thursday, 15th January 2026; political analyst Joseph Pintyek Ochieno has… Read more »
Uganda: Kyabazinga Urges Cultural Understanding As Pillar of Effective Military Leadership
Nile Post
The Kyabazinga of Busoga, His Royal Highness William Wilberforce Kadhumbula Gabula Nadiope IV, has underscored the vital role of cultural understanding in shaping effective and… Read more »
Uganda: You Are the Best Witnesses of Peace Brought By NRM - Museveni Tells Kasese
Nile Post
President Museveni has told the people of Kasese to appreciate the peace ushered in by the ruling NRM government. Read more »
Uganda: NRM Lawyer Dismisses Claims of Rising Tension Ahead of Thursday's Polls
Nile Post
With just days to the highly anticipated general presidential and parliamentary elections scheduled for Thursday, 15th January 2026; National Resistance Movement (NRM) lawyer Maj… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Prisons Service Staff Enlisted As Election Constables Ahead of January 15th Polls
Nile Post
The Uganda Prisons Service (UPS) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring a peaceful, secure, and well-coordinated electoral process ahead of Thursday's general presidential and… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Police Ready for Peaceful Polls, Emphasises Proper Use of National Flag - Aigp Ubolda Bamunoba
Nile Post
The Uganda Police is fully prepared to ensure a peaceful and secure environment for the upcoming January 15 elections, according to AIGP Ubolda Bamunoba, Chief Political Commissar… Read more »
Uganda: UMSC Reclaims Control of Haj Affairs, Suspends Uganda Bureau Over Alleged Exploitation of Pilgrims
Nile Post
The Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) has suspended the operations of the Uganda Bureau of Haj Affairs and repossessed full control of the management of pilgrimage activities,… Read more »
East Africa: Why Museveni Is Key for Regional Stability [opinion]
Independent (Kampala)
In November 2025, the African Union (AU) appointed President Yoweri Museveni to mediate the conflict in Sudan. This war has plunged the country into one of the gravest humanitarian… Read more »
Uganda: Clan Unity and Economic Empowerment Emphasised As Omutaka Kisolo Addresses Ŋŋonge Descendants in Busujju
Nile Post
Omutaka Kisolo, the 36th clan head of the Ŋŋonge (Otter) clan, has urged clanmembers to unite and work together economically by supporting one another through collective… Read more »
Uganda: Finca Uganda Moves to Support Flood-Hit Kampala Traders
Nile Post
FINCA Uganda has started the process of extending more than Shs100 million in relief to its clients operating in downtown Kampala whose businesses were badly damaged by floods late… Read more »
Uganda: In 2026, Growth Belongs to Businesses That Master Tax [opinion]
Nile Post
As businesses pursue expansion in 2026, tax is emerging as one of the most underestimated strategic risks facing organisations today. Read more »
Uganda: Beyond the Numbers - Tackling Teacher Absenteeism Through Smart Support, Not Blame in 2026 [opinion]
Nile Post
In 2025, reports that Namutumba District faces high teacher absenteeism and alleged recruitment of "incompetent teachers". Read more »
