All posts tagged "National News"
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874CourtMartha Karua blocked from entering Uganda ahead of Lukwago bail ruling
Ms Karua had travelled to Uganda to join the defence team representing Besigye, Obeid Lutale, and Lukwago, who is expected to return...
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1.5KBig StoryEXCLUSIVE: How court shielded gold scam suspect Mohammed Ali to evade arrest over fresh charges
According to a report by Trumpet News, the incident followed court proceedings in which the State sought the cancellation of Ali's bail,...
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1.2KCurrent AffairsHealth experts raise alarm over low PrEP uptake amid rising HIV cases in Gulu
According to data from Gulu Regional Referral Hospital, only 423 people accessed PrEP services between January and May 2026 across the hospital...
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1.3KNationalTwo security guards injured in accidental shooting in Kamuli
According to Busoga North Police Region Spokesperson, Mr Samson Lubega, the incident occurred at around 7:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 19, 2026,...
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1.0KFeaturedBusinessman Sudhir takes new leadership role in Uganda’s Lohana Community
Dr Sudhir, who is also the Chairman of the Ruparelia Group and Honorary Consul of Nepal to Uganda, will serve as the...
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1.3KBig StoryLaw Society demands answers on missing NUP photographer Ninye Tabz
While ULS President Ssemakadde acknowledged that he had previously been a target of social media criticism from Natumanya, he maintained that personal...
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618EnergyNew UETCL transformers to boost power supply for EACOP, Albertine Industries
Once installed and commissioned, the transformers are expected to provide electricity infrastructure for the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP), petrochemical industries...
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1.8KBig StoryMuhoozi targets Ssenyonyi’s LoP seat in mounted pressure on Opposition figures
In a series of posts on X, formerly Twitter, Gen. Muhoozi said he had instructed the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU), which...
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775NewsIGP Byakagaba calls for discipline, professionalism among police recruits
The visit forms part of the Uganda Police Force leadership's ongoing engagements with training institutions aimed at strengthening professionalism, discipline and operational...
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1.9KNationalURSB deregisters 37,702 companies over failure to file annual returns
In a public notice issued on June 18, 2026, the Ugandan Registrar of Companies said the affected entities had previously been struck...
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1.5KBig StoryOnly 5% of Ugandans covered by social insurance, new survey shows
The report also revealed that only 2.5 percent of Ugandans above pensionable age receive pensions, while health insurance coverage remains below three...
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741NationalURSB resolves 89 disputes through ADR, earns global recognition for alternative justice efforts
The Bureau's growing influence in alternative dispute resolution recently received a major boost following a joint courtesy visit by Chief Justice Dr....
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1.4KCrimeThugs break into NIRA office, steal computers, other office equipment
The break-in, which reportedly occurred on Monday night, disrupted operations at the district registration office, leaving dozens of residents stranded outside the...
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1.3KNationalSpeaker Oboth pledges action on welfare of Ugandans living in South Africa
According to the Chairman of the NRM South Africa Chapter, Mr Isma Luzige, the discussions focused on issues including reparations, amnesty, welfare...
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934FeaturesURSB records revenue surge, doubles legal registrations in five years under Kainobwisho
Among the most notable achievements during the past five financial years has been the Bureau's remarkable growth in Non-Tax Revenue (NTR). URSB...
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1.2KNationalUganda, Zambia endorse URSB’s ADR as key tool for faster commercial justice in Africa
During the visit, Zambia's Chief Justice, Dr Mumba Malila emphasized the growing importance of Alternative Dispute Resolution mechanisms in modern justice systems,...
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1.2KFeaturesLuwero farmer reaps big from ONC wealth creation drive, grows herd from 2 goats to 20
Speaking during the visit, Hajjat Namyalo commended Mr. Kanyike for demonstrating what can be achieved when beneficiaries embrace hard work, discipline and...
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1.6KBig StoryMuhoozi says Lukwago to be released to police after ‘wife intervention’
In a series of posts on X on Tuesday, Muhoozi announced that he would hand over Lukwago to police after what he...
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761NationalNwoya farmers to reap big as rising ethanol demand creates market for cassava, maize
Since commencing operations in February this year, the factory has already blended more than 190 million litres of petrol, highlighting the growing...
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1.5KBig StoryBar vs Bench: Uganda Law Society boycotts judiciary over Lukwago arrest
ULS Vice President Anthony Asiimwe says the arrest of Lukwago goes beyond an attack on an individual lawyer and strikes at the...
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1.6KCourtEx-PS Ssali, PLU’s Mawanda back in court over Shs3.8bn corruption case
The prosecution alleges that the accused persons participated in a conspiracy that led to the irregular payment of Shs3.8 billion to Buyaka...
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681NationalEnterprise Uganda targets export growth through Nebbi SMEs training
The initiative targets Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and seeks to equip business operators with the skills, knowledge and standards required...
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3.7KBig StoryFULL LIST: Gen Muhoozi names Oboth, Tayebwa on new PLU Central Committee
The appointments come hours after Muhoozi initiated a major shake-up of PLU's leadership structure, replacing Secretary General David Kabanda with Tingey County...
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893HealthDemand for new HIV prevention jab outstrips available supply in Uganda
At the time of its rollout, only 19,200 doses were available for distribution across 103 designated health facilities nationwide, limiting the number...