All posts tagged "Latest-News"
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959CrimeBarber, 20, arrested for stabbing friend dead at funeral
The incident occurred at around 10:00pm on May 29, 2026, in Kirise Cell, Bulegeni Town Council, where the deceased had gone to...
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890NationalGov’t begins disbursing UGX 80bn cattle restocking funds
The Office of the Prime Minister expects to complete the first phase of disbursements to all 16,000 targeted households by June 30,...
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692NewsPolitical campaigns are over, time for economic mobilisation – Nekesa urges party structures
As part of the new directive, Nekesa instructed NRM parish chairpersons to compile comprehensive reports on the implementation and performance of the...
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452FeaturedUganda to host Digital Government Africa Summit 2026 at Speke Resort
The three-day summit will take place from October 6 to 8, 2026, at Speke Resort and Convention Centre, Munyonyo, positioning Uganda at...
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398NationalChristians Urged to Mark Martyrs Day from Home as Ebola Threat Looms
Fr. Kilma said that while pilgrimage to Namugongo remains an important expression of faith for many Christians, the current public health situation...
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1.1KBig StoryParliament defers Muganga approval over multiple citizenship
The development means Dr Muganga's appointment remains pending as Parliament awaits further clarification on his citizenship status before making a final determination.
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981TourismUWA to open Uganda’s first regional satellite zoo in Mbale
Several animals, including lions, a zebra, a waterbuck, an ostrich and peacocks, have already been successfully transferred and are reportedly adapting well...
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1.0KBig StoryOnly 20% of Uganda’s Secondary Schools ready for digital learning – UNICEF Report
According to the assessment, only one in every five secondary schools can be classified as "plugged," meaning they have reliable electricity, stable...
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811Big StoryFresh shake-up looms as Museveni reviews Permanent Secretaries
State House sources indicate that some Permanent Secretaries could be dropped altogether, while others may be transferred to different ministries depending on...
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843FeaturesNIRA breaks silence on free birth certificate issued to Kenzo, Nyamutoro baby
NIRA says the certificate was processed under an existing government programme that applies equally to all eligible Ugandan children.
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695FeaturesIGANGA: Lack of fees, scholastic materials keeps 11 children out of school
The affected children, all enrolled in government primary schools, remain at home while their classmates continue with lessons, raising fears that prolonged...
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669CrimeThree-year-old girl dies after alleged assault by father in Tororo
Preliminary investigations indicate that the child allegedly injured her father on the leg with a slasher while he was asleep in a...
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617CourtCourt upholds NRM position in EALA nomination case
The respondents, represented by counsel Sebuufu Usaama of K&K Advocates, argued that the nomination process had initially been commenced in line with...
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1.2KNewsKyabazinga calls for service with integrity, compassion as 600 graduate from Lubega Institute
The Kyabazinga reminded graduates that learning does not end with graduation, especially in the rapidly evolving health sector where new diseases, technologies...
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831NationalMP Kikabi hails Agroecology at AIBIS Farm, pledges support for Climate-Smart Agriculture
Dr Kikabi expressed admiration for the innovations being implemented at the farm, describing them as practical solutions that could help transform agriculture...
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805NationalTechnology and irrigation key to agricultural growth, Busia farmers told
Busia farmers have been urged to adopt technology, irrigation and value addition to increase productivity and incomes, with NRM Treasurer Barbara Nekesa...
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941Big StorySenior police boss accused of land grabbing in disputed 66-acre property
The implicated officer at the rank of Senior Commissioner of Police (SCP) serves as Deputy Director in the Directorate of Welfare, Production...
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662NationalShs12bn Masese water project to boost supply across Busoga
NWSC is also installing six new high-capacity pumps that will draw more raw water from Lake Victoria for treatment and distribution.
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855NationalUmukuka appeals to Museveni over safety of Bamasaba in South Africa amid Xenophobia fears
According to the spokesperson of the Bugisu Cultural Institution, Mr Steven Masiga, the Bugisu cultural leader is "having sleepless nights" following reports...
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822NewsRotary Club, AIBIS unite to promote sustainable agriculture, environment protection
AIBIS Executive Director Allan Kalangi welcomed the partnership initiative, describing collaboration as essential in addressing growing environmental and climate challenges.
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2.1KBig StoryMuseveni sends top internal affairs officials on forced leave over Shs31bn CCTV scandal
A furious Museveni revealed in a May 23 letter that although former Internal Affairs minister Kahinda Otafiire reportedly secured Shs31.37 billion from...
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2.9KBig StoryLIST: See ministers assigned new roles in 2026 cabinet
The reshuffle saw experienced ministers transferred across key sectors, including Defence, ICT, Energy, Public Service and Foreign Affairs, as Museveni repositioned trusted...
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1.5KBig StoryLIST: Here are junior ministers Museveni promoted to full cabinet in 2026
Most of the promoted ministers remained highly visible during the 2021–2026 term, either through policy implementation, grassroots mobilization or defense of government...
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1.1KNationalChurch of Uganda opts for ‘Scientific’ Martyrs’ Day amid Ebola fears
Archbishop Kaziimba said attendance at the main service will be strictly by invitation and limited in line with Ministry of Health guidance.