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Govt bans nine hazardous agrochemicals to safeguard health, export markets

Govt bans nine hazardous agrochemicals to safeguard health, export markets

Yara fertilizer which farmers are advised to use moderately following the required instruction to avoid challenges caused to the environment. Photo/ Lominda AfedraruIn a sweeping regulatory move aimed at safeguarding public health, environmental integrity, and international trade, the Mini

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They’re Congratulating Me”: Otafiire’s Clap Back Is the Most Ugandan Thing You’ll See Today

They’re Congratulating Me”: Otafiire’s Clap Back Is the Most Ugandan Thing You’ll See Today

Kahinda Otafiire, freshly appointed Minister of Water and Environment, just served his old school the most polite yet devastating response on X.When Kitabi Seminary Old Boys’ Association (KISOBA) posted a congratulatory message celebrating their alumnus — Alumnus No. 0879/66, K1966 —

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Government Rolls Out Centralized Procurement for Common User Items to Curb Waste and Corruption

Government Rolls Out Centralized Procurement for Common User Items to Curb Waste and Corruption

KAMPALA — In a sweeping bid to plug massive financial leaks and dismantle deeply entrenched syndicates, the Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development has announced a major procurement reform. Starting July 1, 2026, all Government Ministries, Departments, Agencies (MDAs), and Local

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IGG sends Museveni Among’s probe report

IGG sends Museveni Among’s probe report

The Inspector General of Government (IGG) has submitted her investigation report into alleged corruption involving former Speaker of Parliament Anita Among to President Museveni, sources familiar with the inquiry have said.The development marks a significant milestone in the high-profile i

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FIFA rush to introduce 'anti-Arsenal law' for the World Cup

FIFA rush to introduce 'anti-Arsenal law' for the World Cup

new rule, dubbed the 'anti-Arsenal law', is to be introduced at the World Cup, with an England goal used as a case study for what officials are looking to cut out.Set pieces have become a huge part of the game - especially in the Premier League - and FIFA and IFAB are looking to crack down

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Ntungamo Allocates Shs100 Million for Bwongyera HCIII Renovation as Residents Call for More Staff

Ntungamo Allocates Shs100 Million for Bwongyera HCIII Renovation as Residents Call for More Staff

Bwongyera Health Centre III is set for a major facelift in the 2026/27 financial year, but residents say improved infrastructure must be matched with increased staffing and better road access to address growing healthcare demands.Bwongyera Health Centre III in Ntungamo District is set to b

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High Court Orders Luzira Prison to Grant Besigye’s Legal Team Expanded Access

High Court Orders Luzira Prison to Grant Besigye’s Legal Team Expanded Access

The High Court in Kampala has directed Luzira Prison authorities to allow full and expanded access for the legal team of Dr. Kizza Besigye and co-accused Hajj Obeid Lutale Kamulegeya as they prepare for trial in a case involving charges that include treason.The order, issued by Justice Emm

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Stakeholders set priorities for Busoga’s five newly appointed ministers

Stakeholders set priorities for Busoga’s five newly appointed ministers

The appointment of five ministers from the Busoga sub-region to Uganda’s new Cabinet has sparked optimism and heightened expectations among residents and leaders, who are now demanding greater focus on youth employment, infrastructure development, education, agriculture and the recovery of Buso

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Why President Museveni’s New Cabinet Must Prioritise a Vocational Institute in Rural Masaka to Unlock Youth Employment

Why President Museveni’s New Cabinet Must Prioritise a Vocational Institute in Rural Masaka to Unlock Youth Employment

His Excellency the President of the Republic of Uganda, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni,I write this open letter at a defining moment in Uganda’s governance journey, following the recent Cabinet reshuffle and swearing-in of ministers. This renewed administrative phase presents an opportunity to r

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Uganda’s Pineapple Farmers Break into Global Markets

Uganda’s Pineapple Farmers Break into Global Markets

On 14 May 2026, Uganda marked a historic milestone by flagging-off the inaugural export of 104 metric tonnes of canned pineapple from Deshiburg Factory to ChinaWhen pineapples ripened all at once in Luwero, it often brought anxiety instead of celebration.For pineapple farmer Ms. Jan

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