Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania Achieve New Heights in FIFA Rankings
In the latest FIFA rankings released on Thursday, Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania have made significant progress. Uganda climbed five spots, reaching 90th place with a...
Nigeria to Begin Importing Ugandan Milk, Coffee After Trade Talks
Nigeria is poised to start importing milk and coffee from Uganda following discussions between former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo and Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni. The...
Buganda Land Board Wins Legal Battle Over Disputed Mubende Land
The High Court in Mubende has ruled in favor of the Buganda Land Board (BLB) in a land dispute case filed by the Uganda Tea...
Uganda Government Rules Out Further Extension of Shs2 Trillion UgIFT Program
The government has confirmed there will be no further extension to the Uganda Inter-Governmental Fiscal Transfer (UgIFT) program, which is set to end on December...
East African Terms Kitu Kidogo, Panya Route, and Rolex Added to Oxford English Dictionary
Several East African terms, including "kitu kidogo," "panya route," and "rolex," have made their way into the Oxford English Dictionary (OED). "Kitu kidogo," a Swahili...
Uganda Urged to Boost Last-Mile Electricity Investment for Economic Growth
Uganda's Energy and Mineral Development Minister, Hon. Ruth Nankabirwa, has called on Parliament to support increased investment in last-mile electricity connections to enhance the country’s...
Family of South Sudanese Refugee Appeals for Justice After Fatal Shooting
The family of William Okoj, a South Sudanese refugee, is urgently calling on authorities in Sudan and South Sudan to apprehend the soldier responsible for...
Ugandan Fashion Icon Abryanz Declines Local Award Nomination
Renowned Ugandan fashion guru Abryanz has made headlines by declining a nomination for the Fashion Influencer of the Year award at a local event, choosing...
Bavarian Nordic’s IMVANEX® Vaccine Approved for Adolescents in Europe
Bavarian Nordic A/S (OMX: BAVA) announced that the European Commission has adopted the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) recommendation to approve a...
Sub-Saharan Africa Faces Funding Crisis in HIV Response Amid Rising Debt
Sub-Saharan Africa is home to over 25.9 million of the 39.9 million people living with HIV globally, yet the region's significant progress in reducing new...
Herbert Smith Freehills Strengthens Commitment to Johannesburg Market with New Leadership
Global law firm Herbert Smith Freehills (HSF) has announced a significant leadership change as it reinforces its commitment to the Johannesburg market and the broader...
Two Survive Light Aircraft Crash in Nairobi National Park
Two people survived after a Cessna 152 aircraft, registration 5Y-PSJ, crash-landed inside Nairobi National Park early Thursday morning. The plane, operated by West Rift Aviation...
Uganda’s NSSF Surpasses Regional Peers in Growth and Efficiency
The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) Uganda has outpaced its regional counterparts in Kenya and Tanzania, showcasing remarkable growth and operational efficiency. At a recent...
South Sudan’s Transitional Government Faces Criticism After Delaying Elections Again
International guarantors of South Sudan's peace process expressed disappointment after the transitional government postponed elections, originally scheduled for December, citing a failure to implement the...
A Tale of a Defender in Development
Nothing beats seeing your work transform lives and communities. You’ve probably witnessed communities or strangers being disrespected—perhaps you’ve even been a victim yourself. Defenders risk...
MPs Urge Fast-Tracking of Border Demarcation to Tackle Karamoja Security Crisis
In a push to resolve the ongoing security challenges in the Karamoja region, MPs from the Committee on Defence and Internal Affairs have called for...
Environmental Activism Under Threat: 200 Killed in 2023 as South America Faces Heavy Toll
Nearly 200 environmental activists were killed last year, with South America bearing the brunt, according to a new report from Global Witness. Here are the...
Uganda’s Cooking Landscape Set for Transformation through Electric Cooking Initiative
A groundbreaking two-year programme is poised to revolutionize cooking in Uganda, spearheaded by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development in collaboration with the Global...
Bugiri Resident Wins UGX 186 Million Uganda National Lottery Jackpot
Nantamu Emmanuel of Bugiri District has won an incredible UGX 186 million from ITHUBA Uganda, the official operator of the Uganda National Lottery. Emmanuel's winning...
Connecting Communities: Iowa and Uganda Unite for Sustainable Development and Cultural Revival
For nearly 20 years, the communities of Ames, Iowa, and Kamuli District, Uganda, have forged a profound connection through the Center for Sustainable Rural Livelihoods....
Goodwell Investments Expands Reach in East Africa with Investment in ABC
Goodwell Investments, a Netherlands-based impact investor, has made its first investment in Uganda, supporting Agent Banking Company of Uganda, Ltd (ABC), a technology-driven financial services...
WHO and Germany Donate IT Equipment to Boost Uganda’s Health Sector Digitization
The Ugandan Ministry of Health has received a significant boost in its digitization efforts with a donation of IT equipment valued at USD 222,594 (approximately...
KK Security Rebrands as GardaWorld Security in Uganda
GardaWorld Security, a global leader in security services, integrated risk management, and cash solutions, announced the rebranding of its Ugandan operations from KK Security to...
Uganda Aligns with Global Consensus to End Israeli Occupation of Palestinian Territories
Uganda has broken its longstanding neutrality and joined 123 nations in voting for a resolution at the UN General Assembly demanding an end to Israel's...
IMF Applauds Uganda’s Economic Recovery Efforts Post-COVID
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has praised Uganda for its effective intervention policies that have facilitated a robust economic recovery following the COVID-19 pandemic. In...
Search Continues for Remains of Uganda’s First Chief Justice
The Judiciary of Uganda is still on a quest to locate the remains of Benedicto Kiwanuka Kajimu, the nation’s first Chief Justice, who was allegedly...
Col. Nakalema: ‘Youth unemployment is a legitimate concern
Col. Edith Nakalema has highlighted the pressing issue of youth unemployment in Uganda, exacerbated by corruption and a lack of access to policymakers. During a...
Uganda, Mozambique Deepen Cooperation
State Minister for Foreign Affairs, John Mulimba, has lauded the growing relationship between Uganda and Mozambique, expressing optimism for even stronger ties in the future....
Court of appeal to hold 1st upcountry civil appeals session
The Court of Appeal is set to hold its first-ever upcountry Civil Appeals and Applications session in Gulu. The session, scheduled from September 25 to...
Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania to Co-Host 2025 Africa Nations Championship
Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania will jointly host the 2025 Africa Nations Championship (CHAN) from February 1 to 28, 2025. This tournament showcases talent from domestic...
Uganda Names Squad for Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifiers
The Uganda Cricket Association (UCA) has officially announced its squad for the upcoming Women's T20 World Cup qualifiers set to take place from October 20-30...
Uganda’s Debt Stock Grows by 5% to Shs 40.6 Trillion
In a recent report from the Ministry of Finance, Uganda's debt stock increased by 5% over the last fiscal year, reaching Shs 40.6 trillion as...
Embraer Unveils C-390 Millennium at Africa Aerospace & Defence Expo
Embraer is presenting its versatile C-390 Millennium multi-mission aircraft at the Africa Aerospace & Defence (AAD) expo, running from September 18 to 22, 2024, at...
Brighton Edges 3-2 Over Wolves in Carabao Cup Clash
On Wednesday night, Brighton emerged victorious against Wolves with a 3-2 scoreline, securing their place in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup. Brighton quickly...
East African Court of Justice Resumes Sessions Amid Funding Crisis
The East African Court of Justice (EACJ) has reopened its September session in Arusha, following a hiatus since May due to funding shortages. Judges resumed...
Seventh Edition of City Tyres East Africa Badminton Challenge Launched
The highly anticipated seventh edition of the City Tyres East Africa Badminton Challenge was officially launched on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at the City Tyres...
South Sudan sets new timeline for peace process after two-year extension
South Sudan’s government has announced a new push to secure funding and accelerate the implementation of the 2018 peace agreement. This follows the approval of...
Arua Hill Signs George Akena for Big League Comeback
Arua Hill Soccer Club has made a crucial move by signing George Akena from Kaaro Karungi, as they prepare for the upcoming Big League season....
UNEB Raises Concern Over Delays in Exam Malpractice Cases, Calls for Stricter Distribution Measures
The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has expressed concern over the slow pace of judicial proceedings related to exam malpractice, which they believe undermines the...
Hippos coach sets eyes on AFCON Zonal Qualifiers
The Uganda National Under-20 team, the Hippos, commenced their preparations for the CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers of the Total Energies 2025 U20 Africa Cup of Nations...