The Uganda Premier League season started on September 26, 2025, with matches across the country, though some teams delayed due to African club competitions. Match-day two is scheduled for the upcoming weekend. Source: The Observer
Climate change poses a critical challenge to Uganda, with potential annual economic losses highlighted in recent reports. Despite low global greenhouse gas emissions from the country, developing nations like Uganda are disproportionately affected. Source: The Observer
In the spirit of Independence Day, MTN Uganda gifted 15GB of free data to customers, encouraging shares of what makes them proudly Ugandan under #UnstoppableAt63. Source: MTN Uganda (X)
Day 1 of the Vumbula Uganda Festival at Ndere Cultural Centre featured music, culture, and tourism promotions. Attendees enjoyed vibrant performances, highlighting Uganda’s rich heritage. Source: Erich Mboowa (X)
The Uganda Cranes secured a victory in their FIFA World Cup qualifier against Botswana, with Jude Ssemugabi’s goal celebrated widely. Fans and officials praised the team’s performance, boosting national morale. Source: Uganda Cranes (X)
Kenyan nationals Nicholas Oyoo and Bob Njagi were abducted in Kireka, Uganda, by security operatives after attending Robert Kyagulanyi’s campaign rally. Their whereabouts remain unknown, raising alarms over cross-border political interference. Source: Agora Discourse
Business owners in Kampala’s Central Business District threaten a shutdown to protest exploitative rent increases and utility fees, accusing landlords of violating the Landlord-Tenant Act. Source: 91.2 Crooze FM
Residents in Ibanda District are advised to purchase condoms from private clinics amid a shortage in public facilities, linked to USAID funding cuts. Officials warn of potential rises in HIV/AIDS, STIs, and unplanned pregnancies. Source: 91.2 Crooze FM
The Uganda Cancer Institute noted a drop in late-stage breast and cervical cancer cases due to improved early detection efforts. Late-stage cervical diagnoses fell from 90% a decade ago to 70%, and breast cancer from 90% to 77%. Source: 91.2…
Health Minister Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng presented the National Drug and Health Products Authority Bill, 2025, to the Parliamentary Committee on Health. The bill aims to reform the regulation of medicines and health products, establishing a new authority for better…
