Educators in West Nile face crippling debt as predatory lenders ignore interest caps, trapping them in cycles of poverty. High living costs and low salaries exacerbate vulnerability, with some resorting…
Substandard and expired pharmaceuticals proliferate in Uganda’s border areas, endangering lives through ineffective treatments and toxicities. Weak regulation and porous borders facilitate smuggling, with vendors prioritizing cheap imports. Health experts…
Police in Bushenyi arrested 60 suspects, including four women, linked to a wave of robberies in Kizinda, Ishaka, and Butaare. The operation followed weekend raids, with investigations ongoing to dismantle…
Health officials in Tooro report a surge in mental illness cases, with depression comprising 24% of inpatients at Fort Portal facilities, largely due to alcohol and drug abuse. Limited resources…
Kampala welcomed delegates for the Non-Aligned Movement’s midterm ministerial meeting, positioning Uganda as a key player in global diplomacy. Discussions focus on sustainable development, peace, and South-South cooperation. The event…
The Ugandan media fraternity is in grief following the death of veteran journalist Daniel Tatya, known for his work at The Investigator TV and website. Tatya’s contributions to investigative reporting…
President Yoweri Museveni kicked off his 2026 re-election bid with rallies in Arua and Madi-Okollo, promising road upgrades, victim compensation for LRA atrocities, rural electrification, and industrialization. Accompanied by boda…
The 2025 Uganda Certificate of Education exams kicked off smoothly across 4,308 centers with 432,159 candidates, despite a strike by arts teachers demanding better pay. Inmates at Mbarara Main Prison…
Assistant Superintendent of Police Clive Nsiima was remanded to Luzira Prison until October 16 after a viral video showed him slapping a female petrol station attendant in Kyanja, Kampala. The…
Ugandan long-distance runner Jacob Kiplimo claimed victory at the Chicago Marathon, clocking an impressive 2:02:23, marking the seventh-fastest time ever recorded in the event. This triumph highlights Uganda’s rising prowess…
A presidential aspirant today pledged to scrap Swahili from curricula if elected, pushing French and English for global edge. Debate rages on language policy’s role in integration vs. cultural relevance.…
A parliamentary report today highlighted Uganda Airlines’ growth prospects through reforms, despite ongoing deficits. Suggestions include route expansion and efficiency drives. The flag carrier eyes regional dominance. EditorPro Review: Strategic…
The National Identification and Registration Authority’s nationwide ID renewal drive today encountered chaos, with reports of bribery in Masaka and connectivity issues in Buliisa blocking Congolese applicants. Thousands queued, but…
Vivo Energy Uganda today unveiled the ‘Ebyakabi Nze Abirina #SityaMbeera’ campaign, promoting Shell Advance oils for boda-boda riders. It emphasizes durability and safety, targeting the booming two-wheeler sector. Events in…
The Ugandan media fraternity today mourned Daniel Tatya, a reporter with The Investigator, who passed away under unclear circumstances. Colleagues demand an independent probe, linking it to broader attacks on…
The Uganda Cranes face Botswana today in a pivotal FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifier in Francistown, aiming to secure points for continental finals. Coach Jonathan McKinstry praised the squad’s recent…
Parliament today debated the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which proposes allowing military courts to try civilians—a move critics decry as eroding civilian supremacy. Defence Minister Jacob Oboth…
In a landmark hearing at the International Criminal Court today, prosecutors unveiled evidence against fugitive LRA leader Joseph Kony, marking the first in absentia trial. Charges include war crimes and…
The race for Uganda’s presidency heated up today as campaigns officially launched for the January 2026 general elections. Opposition leader Bobi Wine of the National Unity Platform rallied supporters in…
Today, October 12, 2025, Uganda marks its 63rd Independence Day, reflecting on a journey from colonial rule to a nation striving for economic sovereignty. President Yoweri Museveni led celebrations in…
