May 28
Uganda: Parliament Overflows As MPs Approve Historic Expansion of Executive
Nile Post
Parliament on Thursday descended into one of the most physically congested and politically charged sittings in recent history as lawmakers packed the chamber beyond capacity to… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Kicks Out Top Internal Affairs Officials Over CCTV Corruption
Nile Post
President Museveni has ordered the forced leave of three top officials in the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Uganda Police over alleged corruption linked to the maintenance… Read more »
Uganda: High Court Grants Besigye Open Trial After State Withdraws Witness Secrecy Bid
Nile Post
The High Court has ruled that the trial of opposition politician Dr Kizza Besigye and his co-accused Hajji Obeid Lutale will proceed in open court after the state withdrew an… Read more »
Uganda: Oryem - I Am Disappointed I Did Not Return to Cabinet
Independent (Kampala)
The outgoing State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Henry Okello Oryem has expressed disappointment after being dropped from cabinet by President Yoweri Museveni. Read more »
Uganda: Mubaje Demands Greater Muslim Representation in Govt
Independent (Kampala)
The Mufti of Uganda, Sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje, has called for stronger Muslim representation in government. Read more »
Uganda: Afcon 2027 Could Be Uganda's Greatest Tourism Moment Yet
Independent (Kampala)
The Sports fraternity converged at the just concluded 10th Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo (POATE) with a unified message: the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is not merely a… Read more »
Uganda: Afreximbank Posts Higher Q1 Profit As Lending and Income Grow
Independent (Kampala)
Africa's multilateral lender, African Export-Import Bank, has reported stronger first-quarter results for 2026, supported by growth in lending activity, higher interest income and… Read more »
Uganda: Air Traffic Controller Urges Ugandan Youth to Consider Aviation Careers
Nile Post
Kampala -- Many young Ugandans dream of becoming pilots when they think about aviation. Yet one of the industry's most critical professions remains largely unknown to the public --… Read more »
Uganda: NUP's Joel Ssenyonyi Back As Lop
Independent (Kampala)
The leadership of the National Unity Platform has retained Joel Ssenyonyi as the Leader of Opposition in Parliament as the party unveiled its new line-up for key opposition… Read more »
Uganda: Kabasweka Shines At Namulonge Ladies Open
Independent (Kampala)
The fairways of Namulonge Golf Club came alive with competition, celebration, and environmental consciousness as the sixth edition of the Namulonge Ladies Open concluded in style… Read more »
May 27
Africa: All of Africa Today - May 27, 2026
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Uganda: Health Ministry Suspends Concerts, Public Rallies Over Ebola Concerns
Nile Post
The Ministry of Health has suspended specific non-structured activities considered high-risk for Ebola transmission such as music concerts, entertainment shows, cultural festivals,… Read more »
Uganda: Why Museveni Sacked These Ministers
Nile Post
President Museveni on Tuesday reshuffled his Cabinet in a sweeping political reset that ended the long careers of several senior lieutenants. From General Moses Ali and Matia… Read more »
Uganda: Uganda Temporarily Closes Border With Democratic Republic of Congo Over Ebola Outbreak
Nile Post
Uganda has temporarily closed its border with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as authorities intensify containment measures following an Ebola outbreak caused by the… Read more »
Africa: Response to Ebola Outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda [press release]
World Bank
How is the World Bank Group responding to the Ebola Outbreak Read more »
Uganda: New Minister Nakawuki Ready to Roll Out Bold Tourism Marketing Plan
Nile Post
Uganda's tourism sector could be headed for a major transformation following the unveiling of an ambitious marketing and development agenda by newly appointed State Minister for… Read more »
Uganda: President Museveni's New Cabinet Signals Strategic Youth Empowerment
Nile Post
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Uganda: Museveni Action On Underperforming Ministers Was Long Overdue
Independent (Kampala)
President Yoweri Museveni's remarks at his inauguration for a seventh term and at the election of the Speaker of the 12th Parliament have set a tone of urgency and high expectation… Read more »
Uganda: URA Cleared to Enforce Shs18.5 Billion Tax Against Nile Breweries
Independent (Kampala)
The Commercial Division of the High Court has dismissed with costs an application by Nile Breweries Uganda Limited seeking to block the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) from… Read more »
Uganda: Inside Museveni's Cabinet of Surprises - the Reshuffle That Defied Every Prediction
Nile Post
President Museveni on Tuesday evening unveiled a sweeping new cabinet list that has left Uganda's political class stunned, confused and once again reminded of one enduring reality… Read more »
Uganda: President Museveni's Action Against Underperforming Leaders Is Long Overdue [opinion]
Nile Post
I have closely followed President Museveni's public addresses since his inauguration for a seventh term in office. In his inaugural speech, he boldly declared: "This is Kisanja no… Read more »
Uganda: Musasizi Elevated to Finance Minister in Major Cabinet Reshuffle
Nile Post
Seven leaders from Uganda's Kigezi sub-region have secured positions in President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni's newly announced cabinet, underscoring the region's growing political… Read more »
Uganda: Tumwebaze Thanks Museveni for Reappointment, Pledges Loyalty and Commitment
Nile Post
The Minister for Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, Frank Tumwebaze, has expressed gratitude to President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni following his reappointment to Cabinet,… Read more »
Uganda: Nameere Pledges Crackdown On Corruption in Local Governments
Nile Post
Newly appointed State Minister for Local Government and Masaka City Woman Member of Parliament Justine Nameere has pledged to prioritise equal application of the law, promising a… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Drops Kabbyanga, Appoints Alioni Odria in ICT Ministry Shake-Up
Nile Post
Former State Minister for ICT and National Guidance Godfrey Kabbyanga has been dropped from Cabinet in the latest reshuffle by President Museveni, with Alioni Yorke Odria appointed… Read more »
