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14 May '25
The Ugandan Parliament has granted leave to Faith Nakut Loru, the District Woman MP for Napak, to introduce a controversial private member’s bill that seeks to restrict government funding to political parties and organisations unless they are members of the National Consultative Forum (NCF).
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14 May '25
As Uganda moves closer to the 2026 general elections, David Williams Magezi, one of the country's young political voices known for his eloquence has announced that he will challenge President Museveni in the upcoming presidential race.Magazi said he is driven by the continued marginalizati
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14 May '25
Uganda is launching a transformative initiative to protect and promote its first-ever Geographical Indication (GI), the Rwenzori Mountains of the Moon Coffee.This strategic move not only sets a new era for Uganda's coffee industry but also significantly enhances the livelihoods of local fa
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14 May '25
Experts have said demand for data centres will continue going up as Uganda’s digital revolution takes shape.Uganda is on the cusp of a digital revolution, with citizens, businesses, and the government embracing technology to redefine the economic landscape.Speaking on Tuesday, off
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14 May '25
Agriculture development agency AGRA has reiterated its unwavering commitment to transforming African agriculture, emphasizing the need for enhanced investment in smallholder farmers against a backdrop of increasing global instability and evolving development support.The recent shift in glo
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12 May '25
Phiona Nyamutoro, the State Minister for Energy and Mineral Development (Minerals), has officially announced her intention to contest for the Nebbi District Woman Representative seat in Uganda’s 2026 general elections.Currently serving as the National Y
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10 May '25
Vice President Maj. Jessica Alupo has officially launched a transformative chili farming project aimed at revitalizing the socioeconomic landscape of the Busoga sub-region.The launch was presided over by the First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for East African Community Affairs,
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09 May '25
As excitement builds for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, the U.S. government has issued a clear message to incoming fans: you’re welcome, but don’t overstay your visa.Members of President Donald Trum
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08 May '25
With political activity intensifying ahead of the 2026 general elections, Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has announced it will begin enforcing poster fees in line with the recently approved Kampala Capital City Outdoor Advertising Ordinance.Campaign posters and other advertisements
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06 May '25
Airtel Africa announced an agreement with SpaceX to bring Starlink’s high-speed internet services to its customers in African countries, including Uganda.Currently, SpaceX has acquired requisite licenses in 9 out of 14 countries within Airtel Africa’s footprint. Operating licenses