Two Kenyan activists have gone missing in Uganda after being ‘picked up mafia-style’ while attending opposition leader Bobi Wine’s campaign event. Their whereabouts remain unknown, raising concerns about cross-border political…
A study in rural eastern Uganda reveals that retreatment for tuberculosis significantly increases the risk of multidrug-resistant TB among people with HIV. The nested case-control research calls for improved screening…
During World Breastfeeding Week 2025, Uganda hosted a high-level meeting themed ‘Invest in Breastfeeding, Invest in the Future.’ The event, supported by WHO and UNICEF, emphasized ending preventable maternal and…
Health Minister Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng has introduced the National Drug and Health Products Authority Bill, 2025, to reform medicine regulation in Uganda. The bill aims to establish a stronger…
A new World Bank report highlights that climate-related shocks, including floods and droughts, could reduce Uganda’s GDP growth by up to 3.1% without urgent adaptation measures. The report calls for…
The Ugandan government, via the ICT Ministry, has announced intentions to shut down internet access, deport foreign journalists, and ban unaccredited media during the upcoming elections. Radio stations face potential…
As the 2026 elections approach, reports of increased political violence, including arrests, beatings, and road blockades targeting opposition campaigns, are rising. Opposition leader Bobi Wine’s rallies have been disrupted, with…
Uganda’s Supreme Court has provided temporary relief to Patrick Bitature’s Simba Group amid a major financial dispute, halting certain enforcement actions. This decision comes as the company battles allegations of…
Two Kenyan human rights activists, Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo, were reportedly abducted by armed men while attending an opposition rally led by Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine. The incident…
The collaboration aims to expand access to sustainable financing for green enterprises in Uganda. Source: The Observer
Reports highlight ongoing restrictions on free expression, with arrests for online criticism and targeting of LGBT+ individuals via social media. Source: Human Rights Watch
Renovation works at the eastern Uganda hospital will boost its capacity from 100 to 250 beds, improving healthcare access. Source: Parliament of Uganda
Yoweri Kaguta Museveni was officially nominated as the NRM candidate for the 2026 elections, continuing his long tenure. Source: The Independent Uganda
The National Unity Platform announced its flag-bearers for the upcoming 2026 general elections, signaling preparations amid political tensions. Source: Pulse Uganda
Uganda joined global efforts under the theme ‘Invest in Breastfeeding, Invest in the Future,’ with a breakfast meeting in Kampala emphasizing maternal and newborn health. Source: WHO Regional Office for…
The national football team received commendations for their performance at the 2024 African Nations Championship, marking a historic advancement to the quarter-finals. Source: Parliament of Uganda
Health Minister Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng submitted the 2025 bill to the Parliamentary Committee on Health, aiming to reform the regulation of medicines and health products in Uganda. Source: Parliament…
The proposed budget for the 2025/26 financial year is set to be reduced by 4.2 percent, amounting to Shs3.04 trillion less than the original Shs72.4 trillion, amid economic planning discussions.…
The Kampala Capital City Authority has rescheduled the City Festival to October 12, 2025, to accommodate Uganda’s 63rd Independence Day celebrations on October 9. The event will feature tree-planting drives…
The Uganda Green Enterprise Finance Accelerator and Equity Bank Uganda strengthened their collaboration to expand green financing initiatives for sustainable development. Source: Uganda Observer
