H. E. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has fulfilled his pledge to strengthen local governance with the handover of 176 brand-new vehicles worth UGX 35.2 billion to local government leaders across the country. However, these vehicles were officially handed over at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds to 135 District Chairpersons, 10 City Mayors, and 31 Municipal Leaders, in a…
Uganda being the pearl of Africa, it’s blessed with a good climate that favors most foods to be grown here, so eating healthy doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated. Uganda is blessed with a variety of fresh, affordable, and nutritious foods that can boost energy, improve immunity, and help maintain a healthy weight. According…
As the school term is on the way, Bobi Wine donates books and scholastic materials to support children of arrested foot soldiers, showing care for education and the next generation. In a remarkable display of unity and compassion, Bobi Wine has provided scholastic materials to the children of arrested foot soldiers. Recognizing the challenges these…
Communities in Hoima and Kikuube Districts have received a significant boost in healthcare and education services after CNOOC Uganda Limited handed over medical equipment, hospital furniture, school desks, and textbooks to local facilities. However, the package includes 120 sets of medical equipment and furniture distributed to Buhuka Health Centre III (52 sets) and Kyangwali Health…
Uganda has been listed among 36 countries facing possible new U.S. travel restrictions under a proposed expansion of visa bans being considered by the Trump administration. This marks a potential setback for Uganda’s diplomatic and economic relations with Washington, even as bilateral trade between the two countries continues to strengthen. The draft policy, contained in…
News reaching our platform confirms that nine officials from Uganda’s Ministry of Finance have been arrested following a rigorous interrogation by the Criminal Investigation Department at its headquarters in Kibuli, Kampala. However, those detained include the Accountant General, Lawrence Ssemakula, along with Paul Lumala, Jennifer Muhulizi, Mubarak Nsamba, and Mark Kasuku. Others are Tony Yawe,…
The Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, hosted a meeting this afternoon with Gen. Mohamed Ashraf from Egypt’s General Intelligence Service at the Special Forces Command Headquarters in Entebbe. During their discussion, Gen. Kainerugaba lauded the strong ties between Uganda and Egypt, underscoring their mutual dedication to regional peace and progress. As the Senior…
The Prime Minister of Uganda, Rt Hon Robinah Nabbanja, has assured Ugandans that in a few years to come, almost everyone will be in a position to access cheap Internet connectivity and affordable Internet-enabled gadgets. With other stake holders who participated in the opening ceremony of the National ICT Job Fair 2024 on Thursday. While…
The Alliance for National Transformation (ANT) party president General Mugisha Muntu has condemned the actions of the Ugandan and Kenyan governments following the arrest of veteran opposition politician Dr. Kizza Besigye. However, Dr. Besigye was apprehended in neighbouring Kenya over the weekend and was subsequently arraigned before the Court Martial in Makindye on Wednesday. He…
Uganda has announced a temporary policy allowing visas on arrival for travellers, following technical difficulties in its electronic visa (e-Visa) application system. The malfunction, stemming from a system upgrade, has rendered online visa services inaccessible, which has prompted Uganda Airlines to permit visa-prone travellers enroute to Uganda to board flights without prior e-Visa approval. While…
