Uganda hits a major milestone toward first oil, drilling 199 wells to surpass the government threshold required for commercial production.KAMPALA, Uganda — Uganda has drilled 199 oil wells, surpassing the threshold required to begin commercial production later this year, according to the
As construction of the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) nears completion, the project company has initiated mass layoffs in Uganda and Tanzania, triggering anxiety among section of staff. The move has also stoked claims of discrimination amid claims of retention of majorly expatriat
Oboth Oboth reiterated pledges from his maiden address, declaring “zero tolerance to corruption” and stating, “I have no monies to recover because I didn’t spend [on speaker election campaigns].”He called for a “factory reset” of Parliament — strengthening committee oversig
The police in Mbale city, Eastern Uganda, are investigating the death of a 16-year-old student of Mbale High School who was found dead at her home in Industrial Division.The deceased, identified as Catherine Nelima, was a senior three student and a resident of Bukisukye Lower Cell in Bumut
Inmates from Biiso Government Prison in Buliisa District have discovered the body of a boda boda rider who is suspected to have been murdered by unknown assailants. The deceased has been identified as Gilbert Isingoma, a resident of Booma Village in Butiaba Sub-County, Buliisa District.Isi
Newly appointed Minister of ICT and National Guidance, Justine Kasule Lumumba, has signaled a tougher government approach toward radio broadcasting and political programming, directing regulators to ensure that media platforms prioritize national guidance and development information over what she
The government has earmarked Shs2.26 trillion for agro-industrialisation in the 2026/27 financial year, targeting irrigation, value addition, agro-processing and agricultural research as part of efforts to transform Uganda’s agriculture sector into a more commercial and export-driven engine of
When the Minister of Finance, Henry Musasizi, presents the 84.3 trillion shillings budget for the 2026/27 financial year on Thursday, one figure will stand out among the revenue projections. The budget comes at a time when policymakers are positioning mineral resources, especially oil and gas, as
It is not right to discuss an issue before an honorable court in the media, but I just want to inform the people of Pallisa County that their decision to vote for me is firm, and any outcome from court will not stop me from serving the community.”“I am committed to do what I promised y
Suspected gang arrested in Mbarara CityPolice in Mbarara have arrested three suspects believed to be part of criminal gangs that have been terrorizing residents in the city.The City Police Commander, Kenneth Kabwigo said the suspects were found in possession of narcotic substances,
