Daily Express

KAMULI: Councillors warned against corruption, urged to serve with integrity

Kamuli, Uganda: Newly elected councillors in Kamuli District have been warned against corruption, misuse of office, and seeking personal favours from district...

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Business

Uganda secures investment, export deals at China’s Canton Fair

Uganda’s participation comes amid expanding trade ties with China, currently valued at approximately US$1.46 billion annually. Uganda exports about US$90 million worth...

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EC sets new date for Kikuube by-election

According to EC Boss Byabakama, the adjustment followed feedback received during a stakeholders’ meeting held at the Kikuube District Headquarters on April...

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URSB begins rollout of new national entity register

According to Registrar General, Mercy Kainobwisho, the Non-Individual Register will serve as a single repository for all non-individual entities operating in Uganda,...

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AS IT HAPPENED: How Parliament passed controversial Sovereignty Bill 2026

Moments before the debate commenced, Ssenyonyi challenged the legitimacy of the Bill, arguing that the version presented differed from the one previously...

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Sports

Catenaccio duel at Emirates and another goalscoring thriller in Munich: who will reach Champions League final?

The most prestigious tournament in club football is entering its final stretch. Fans are in for the decisive matches, with places in...

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Court

Two remanded over Shs1bn fraud in fake military deal

The duo allegedly convinced the investors that they could secure a lucrative government contract to supply military items such as uniforms, boots,...

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Kayanja Trial: Forensic expert details how explicit content moved via WhatsApp, later deleted

Police digital forensic analyst Enock Kanene told court that the material in question moved in one direction—from Ssentongo’s device to the contact...

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Over 200 goats given to Kamuli farmers to boost household income

Each selected beneficiary received three goats, two females and one male, under the programme aimed at strengthening livelihoods through small-scale livestock farming.

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Football

Uganda Cup: Villa in Command, Kitara-Vipers tie open

Despite URA’s bright start and early chances, Villa remained organised and efficient, capitalising on key moments to take firm control of the...

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Two drown in Bugiri swamp after floods cut off road

Police say the two were travelling on a motorcycle, registration KMFS 904T, when rising floodwaters overwhelmed them on Saturday.

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Features

World’s ‘oldest person’ dies in Uganda at 139, leaves 209 great-grandchildren

At 139, if independently verified, this would surpass the longest confirmed human lifespan held by Jeanne Louise Calment, recognised by Guinness World...

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How Thugs broke into Bank of Uganda, stole laptops in night heist

Preliminary investigations indicate that the suspects struck in the early hours of Monday, gaining access through a gate opposite City Square before...

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Museveni chairs final cabinet meeting, hails team for middle-income milestone

The President credited the Cabinet for its collective role in advancing Uganda’s economic agenda, pointing to what government has consistently described as...

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Teachers urged to upgrade as degree policy looms

The Bishop commended the school’s leadership for investing in staff development, noting that improving teacher qualifications directly enhances the quality of education.

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Parents cautioned on child safety as abuse cases spike during holidays

Police noted that many incidents arise when children are left unattended, exposing them to risks such as abuse, kidnapping, and accidents.

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Who Is Rwakakooko? Inside the profile of UEDCL’s new acting MD

Rwakakooko’s appointment comes at a time when UEDCL is facing rising electricity losses, infrastructure strain, and increased government oversight following a leadership...

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OP-ED

President Museveni’s 105 million jobs projection from 7 million acres is an eye-opener

According to President Museveni’s projection, the economic value of 7 million acres demonstrates that if our land is put to maximum use,...

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Seven killed in Nwoya crash as Nile Star Bus collides head-on with Trailer

Four passengers died instantly at the scene, while 16 others were rushed to Anak Hospital with injuries. Police later confirmed that three...

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Features

Alur Kingdom backs MEMPROW initiative to empower girls, fight violence

Implemented in partnership with Medica Mondiale, the initiative will run in West Nile districts of Arua and Zombo, as well as Kampala,...

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Crime

Teacher, 46, arrested over alleged defilement of P7 pupil in Kamuli

According to preliminary findings, the alleged incident occurred after the pupil was reportedly sent to take food to the teacher. It is...

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Lira businessman arrested over motorcycle theft, found with 100 logbooks

“We recovered 12 motorcycles, over 100 suspected forged logbooks, and assorted spare parts believed to be linked to stolen motorcycles,” an officer...

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