November 11
Uganda: Diplomatic Woes - Shadow Minister Calls for Urgent Foreign Policy Overhaul
Nile Post
In the past year, several Ugandan ambassadors have been recalled or declared persona non grata by host countries, with the latest being the Ugandan Ambassador to Nigeria. Read more »
Uganda: 16 Inmates From Mbarara Main Prison Among S.6 Candidates Sitting for UACE Exams
Nile Post
A total of 16 inmates from Mbarara Main Prison were among the 142,009 candidates across Uganda that begun their Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) exams today. Read more »
Uganda: 15 Activists Arrested in Kampala Over Anti-Oil Pipeline Protest
Nile Post
Police in Kampala have arrested 15 activists who were protesting outside Parliament on Monday against Uganda's ongoing oil developments. Read more »
Uganda: Govt Repatriates 146 Migrant Workers From Saudi Arabia After Pardon
Nile Post
The Government has repatriated 146 Ugandans stranded in Saudi Arabia's deportation centers and prisons, including 54 who arrived home over the weekend. Read more »
Uganda: Youths Arrested Over Museveni's Unfulfilled Pledges in Kibuku Released
Nile Post
A group of 18 youth leaders from Bukedi sub-region who were recently arrested and detained at Kibuku Central Police Station after staging a demonstration over an unfulfilled… Read more »
Uganda: Excitement in Jinja As Nyege Nyege Date Nears
Independent (Kampala)
Hotel bookings are on the rise with many of Jinja's accommodation hotspots declaring they are fully booked between November 14 to 17, the dates set for the annual Nyege Nyege… Read more »
Uganda: Fisheries Protection Unit Destroy Illegal Gear Worth Shs137m in Buliisa
Nile Post
The Uganda People's Defence Force (UPDF) Fisheries Protection Unit (FPU) and local authorities have destroyed illegal fishing gear worth Shs137 million in Buliisa district. Read more »
Uganda: Hoima Leaders Demand Probe Into Road Works
Nile Post
Hoima city leaders are calling for the State House Anti-Corruption Unit and the Inspectorate of Government to investigate the city engineer and his team, whom they accuse of… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Blames Corruption in Local Govt On Leaders
Nile Post
President Yoweri Museveni has expressed frustration with local leaders and the electorate, accusing them of failing to tackle corruption within Uganda's decentralized governance… Read more »
Uganda: Sub-Saharan Africa Faces Urgent Need for Job Creation As Labor Force Set to Expand By 2030, IMF Warns
Nile Post
In a post on its social media, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) underscored the critical need for sub-Saharan Africa to create up to 15 million jobs annually by 2030. Read more »
Kenya: No-One Has Ever Tried to Bribe Me, Says Kenya CJ Koome
Nile Post
Kenya's first female chief justice has recently been accused of failing to properly investigate and tackle allegations of bribery and corruption within the judiciary. Read more »
Uganda: Woman Dies in Suspected Revenge Arson Attack
Nile Post
Police have detained two men as part of their ongoing probe, raising concerns about the dangers of domestic disputes spiraling into deadly outcomes. Read more »
Uganda: MTN Uganda's Profit Jumps 29.6 Percent On Strong Data and Fintech Growth
Nile Post
The telecom giant attributed this growth to significant expansions in data and fintech services, as well as a continued commitment to enhancing Uganda's digital and financial… Read more »
Uganda: Hoima Residents Threaten Protest Over Chimpanzee Invasion
Nile Post
Residents in five villages of Hoima City West Karongo, Bujwahya, Kihomboza, Budaka, and Kibingo are gripped by fear after two chimpanzees invaded the area four months ago. Read more »
Uganda: Struggling to Survive - Report Exposes Worsening Poverty in Uganda
Nile Post
As Uganda reels from the recent dissolution of the Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA), a new report by Twaweza's Sauti Za Wananchi survey sheds light on the harsh economic… Read more »
Uganda: Mbarara City Pushes to Contain Foot-and-Mouth Disease With 20,000-Dose Vaccine Drive
Nile Post
This new shipment follows an initial batch sent in May, marking a renewed effort to protect livestock and stabilize the livelihoods affected in Uganda's western cattle corridor. Read more »
Uganda: Kitagwenda Health Officials Rally to Combat Teenage Pregnancy Crisis
Nile Post
Health officials are hopeful that by increasing community involvement and resources for adolescent health services, Kitagwenda can reverse the trend. Read more »
Uganda: Part II - The Shocking Story of Uganda's Fake Doctor
Nile Post
Despite being unmasked in the first episode of "The Stolen Identity," he continued his deceitful practices unabated, raising questions about accountability in Uganda's health… Read more »
Uganda: Authorities Shut Down Cleveland Specialised Clinic Over Fake Doctor Scandal
Nile Post
The closure follows an extensive investigation led by NBS television, which exposed Ssemanda as an imposter who had been masquerading as a licensed doctor for over a decade. Read more »
Uganda: Champs Busiki Fall As Semifinal Lineup Is Set for MTN Busoga Masaza Cup
Nile Post
Reigning champions Busiki were stunned on Friday in a nail-biting 1-0 defeat to Bugabula, while other emerging teams battled for a place in the semi-finals. Here's a roundup of the… Read more »
Uganda: Nutritionists Advocate for Plant Based Diets to Combat Rising Health Risks At Kampala Vegan Fest
Nile Post
This year's Kampala Vegan Fest promoted plant-based diets as a means to safeguard both health and animal welfare. Read more »
Uganda: Namutumba Locals Voice Concerns Over Infrastructure and Power Shortages Stalling Development
Nile Post
Residents and leaders in Kiwanyi Sub-County, Namutumba District, have expressed frustration over poor road conditions and a lack of electricity, which they say are slowing… Read more »
Uganda: Ugandans Urged to Use UAE Amnesty Window for Safe Return
Nile Post
Ugandans living in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) without proper documentation have been urged to take advantage of an amnesty program that allows them to return to Uganda without… Read more »
Uganda: Opposition Criticises Govt Amid Coffee Bull Chaos
Nile Post
The government last week pushed into law a controversial bill that is expected to reset the coffee activities in the country Read more »
Uganda: Kampala Vegan Fest Advocates for Plant-Based Diets to Combat Rising Health Risks
Nile Post
The event was organised by the Kampala Vegan Fest to encourage Ugandans to make healthier dietary choices that not only improve individual well-being but also contribute to animal… Read more »
