Civil society stakeholders have called for stronger human rights safeguards in Uganda’s digital transformation journey, warning of potential exclusion and privacy risks.Speaking at a multi-stakeholder dialogue in Kampala organised by Initiative for Social and Economic Rights (ISER), Eliz
With women comprising 51% of Uganda’s population of 45.9 million, there is growing pressure on the government to bridge financial gaps and remove barriers limiting women’s decision-making power across all sectors.As Uganda prepares to mark International Women
As Uganda prepares to mark International Women’s Day 2025, activists led by Femme Forte Uganda have raised alarm over the persistent menstrual hygiene crisis affecting millions of girls.They warn that inadequate access to sanitary products and clean water continues to hinder girls’ edu
The treaty, ratified by 183 parties covering 90% of the world’s population, has contributed to a one-third reduction in global tobacco use, preventing an estimated 118 million people from smoking.Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General, has called for
Rwanda Defense Force (RDF) has announced the capture of 14 individuals it claims are fighters of the Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda (FDLR), an armed group opposed to the Rwandan regime. These individuals were allegedly apprehended in the Democrat
Chaos has erupted among a group of journalists from Ankole Western Uganda under their purported Ankole Journalists Association after endorsing President Yoweri Museveni’s sole candidacy for the 2026 elections. This was after receiving significant financia
Talks to license Starlink in South Africa have reportedly stalled over tensions with the Donald Trump administration in the US.Presidential spokesman Vincent NgwenyaTalks over licensing SpaceX’s Starlink service in South A
Metaplanet, a Japanese public company, has recently decided to boost its Bitcoin holdings as part of its strategy to manage economic challenges. The company raised 4 billion yen (around $26.39 million) by issuing ordinary bonds to EVO Fund, a debt and financing
Dr. Michael Atingi-Ego (L), the newly appointed Governor of the Bank of Uganda, and Prof. Agustus Nuwagaba (R), the new Deputy Governor, take the reins at the central bankKampala, Uganda – President Yoweri Museveni has appointed Dr. Michael At
Dr. Kizza Besigye’s ongoing hunger strike has reignited debates over food access policies in Uganda’s prisons, particularly Luzira Maximum Security Prison, where he is currently detained.The prison authorities
