October 17
Uganda: Students Tipped On Menstrual Hygiene and Management
Nile Post
This initiative, launched at Kids Pioneer Primary School and funded by the Kids of Africa Organization, aims to equip learners--particularly girls--with the knowledge and skills to… Read more »
October 16
Uganda: Nakivale Refugee Camp Faces Food Crisis After Programme Closure
Nile Post
Nakivale Camp, which welcomes over 500 refugees from the Democratic Republic of Congo each week, is now facing a mounting crisis, with leaders unsure how to address the growing… Read more »
Uganda: Lemusui Sub-County Chairman Dies Following Collision With Police Bike*
Nile Post
Lolima, who was riding a motorbike registered UG 4899R, collided with Police Constable James Bwambale, who was operating a police bike with registration UP 8141. Read more »
Uganda: New Health Centre Iv in Arua Has No Theatre, Lab Equipment
Nile Post
Despite the facility being established to enhance healthcare services in the region, its inability to operate has left the local population in distress. Read more »
Uganda: U.S. Government Boosts Mpox Response in Uganda With $4.1 Million and Test Supplies
Nile Post
The U.S. government has announced a significant investment of $4.1 million (approximately 15 billion UGX) to enhance the mpox response in Uganda. Read more »
Uganda: Three in Ten Sex Workers Are HIV-Positive - Survey
Nile Post
The survey, conducted across 12 districts, was presented at Makerere University's School of Public Health, shedding light on the urgent need for targeted interventions to address… Read more »
Uganda: Constitutional Lawyers Warn MP Lumu - Withdraw Your Bill or Face Political Ruin.
Nile Post
Withdraw your bill, apologize to Ugandans before you drown with it," Kiiza advised, emphasising the dangers that lie ahead for the embattled MP Read more »
Uganda: Gen Muhoozi Hosts Luncheon in Appreciation of Independence Parade Performance
Nile Post
The Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has hosted a luncheon at the Defence Intelligence and Security Headquarters to appreciate the participants of the Independence… Read more »
Uganda: Nakaseke Leaders Launch Poverty Eradication Campaign
Nile Post
Nakaseke district leaders, led by State Minister for Kampala Capital City and Metropolitan Affairs, Kabuye Kyofatogabye, have initiated a comprehensive campaign to eradicate… Read more »
Uganda/Kenya: Neighbors Uganda One Point Away From Afcon Qualification
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Neighbors Uganda, co-hosts of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations and next year's Africa Nations Championship (CHAN) are just one point away from qualification to next year's AFCON… Read more »
Uganda: NUP's 'Surrender' Is a Mockery and Erosion of Justice in the Name of Political Control
Observer
The recent arrest and prolonged detention of 19 supporters of the National Unity Platform (NUP) raises alarming questions about the integrity of our justice system and the… Read more »
Uganda: Cracks At Kiteezi Landfill Raise Alarm - KCCA Faces Pressure Over Waste Management Solutions
Nile Post
Residents of Kiteezi have been warned of an impending disaster at the landfill, as cracks have been spotted on its western slope. Frank Rusa, the Acting Executive Director of the… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Says On Right Truck On Implementing Northern Corridor Projects
Nile Post
Northern Corridor partner states have been told Uganda is on the right track in implementing several projects. Read more »
Uganda: Mother Suffocates Two-Month-Old After Night of Drinking
Nile Post
The mother, Maria Nabusoba, 27, had allegedly spent the day drinking in Kaminyasi Village before returning home around 2am on the night of October 15. Read more »
Uganda: Cheptegei Rallies Support for Elgon Half Marathon
Nile Post
As an Olympic gold medalist, Cheptegei's initiative aims to promote athletics in Uganda while supporting important social and environmental causes. Read more »
October 15
Kenya: Uganda, Kenya Strengthen Ties On Petroleum Importation
Nile Post
This meeting follows the successful start of direct petroleum products imports by Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) through Kenya's ports in Mombasa. Read more »
Uganda: Mao to Meet President Museveni Over Electoral Reforms Amidst Controversy
Nile Post
Mao, while appearing before the Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Committee, chaired by MP Baka Mugabi, expressed confidence that the discussion with the President would facilitate a… Read more »
Uganda: Inadequate Learning Materials Frustrating New Curriculum At Public Schools, Say Teachers
Nile Post
Mary Gorrety Amuge, a Biology teacher and deputy headteacher at Lira Town College, highlighted the difficulties in understanding and implementing the curriculum, particularly with… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Asks UPDF to Focus On Agriculture, Professionalism
Nile Post
Turning his focus to agriculture, President Museveni called on the officers and local farmers to prioritize large-scale farming with irrigation, stressing crop diversification as… Read more »
Uganda: NUP Supporters Face Death Penalty After Pleading Guilty to Terrorism Charges - Legal Expert
Nile Post
Dr Benson Tisasirwe, a legal expert and lecturer at Makerere University, highlighted the gravity of the situation, explaining that terrorism, being a capital offense, carries… Read more »
Uganda: Ugandan Women Trail Men in Education, Jobs, Asset Ownership, and Political Engagement
Afrobarometer
Ugandan women trail men in education, jobs, asset ownership, and political engagement Read more »
Senegal/Ghana: Senegal, Uganda and DR Congo Seal TotalEnergies CAF Afcon Places, Sudan Sink Ghana
CAF
DR Congo, Uganda and Senegal secured their spots at the 2025 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco after important wins in their qualifying matches on Tuesday. Read more »
October 06
Uganda: Israaid Donates $30,000 Worth of Relief Items to Nakivale Refugees, Host Communities
Nile Post
Civil society organizations and the Office of the Prime Minister have raised an urgent call for humanitarian assistance as refugee numbers in the country's settlements surge. Read more »
