The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) has announced the appointment of Damali Ssali as Country Director for Uganda, marking a significant step in the country’s efforts to transform its food and nutrition systems.A seasoned development leader with over 18 years of experience a
The National Unity Platform (NUP) is mourning the death of Damalie Musiime, a dedicated party mobiliser in Eastern Uganda.In a statement, NUP President Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine, described Musiime as a “staunch and reliable mobiliser” who played a critical rol
The 2025 Twegaite Global Convention, held May 22–26 in Los Angeles, struck a new tone for Uganda’s diaspora politics—placing investment, infrastructure, and women’s empowerment at the centre of Busoga’s revival agenda.While the colourful gathering celebrated heritage through danc
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) Electoral Commission has officially issued a circular outlining the nomination and expression of interest fees for aspirants ahead of the 2025 internal party elections.The directive comes with two payment options bank deposit or mobile money aimed at
The Intelligent Transport Monitoring System (ITMS), in collaboration with the Uganda Police Force, has reported a significant increase in the recovery of stolen vehicles and motorcycles across the country, thanks to intensified joint operations.The Community Liaison Officer and Public Rela
The Government of Uganda and the Republic of Korea have taken a major step toward the realization of Uganda’s nuclear energy ambitions by signing a site evaluation service contract for the proposed 8,400 MW Buyende nuclear power plant.The agreement, signed between Korea Hydro & Nucle
In a strategic move to foster green and decent employment opportunities for Ugandan youth, Enabel, the Belgian agency for international cooperation, and the Uganda Hotel and Tourism Training Institute (UHTTI) have signed a €260,000 ( approximately shs1.1 billion) grant agreement to support skil
Power distributor, Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited(UEDCL) has announced the completion of replacing at least 116 dilapidated transformers in the last two months.On March, 31, UEDCL officially took over electricity distribution operations from UMEME Limited, marking the end
Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) president Patrick Oboi Amuriat has launched a blistering attack on the National Unity Platform (NUP), accusing Uganda’s main opposition party of manipulating elderly war claimants in Teso for political mileage.Amuriat, who hails from the region and once
In a series of emotionally charged public prayers, President Yoweri Museveni, First Lady Janet Museveni, and senior NRM figures have issued sweeping apologies to several regions, admitting to historical failures, neglect, and corruption.Framed as spiritual repentance, the prayers carried u
