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02 Jun '25
The Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety has temporarily suspended the issuance of fines under new traffic regulations, citing the need to educate motorists before full enforcement resumes.The announcement was made by Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIGP) Lawrence
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02 Jun '25
The government, with support from international financiers, is pressing ahead with a $50.4 million (about Shs182 billion) initiative aimed at transforming rural economies through water access, market infrastructure, and affordable microfinance.Known as the Local Economic Growth Support (LE
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02 Jun '25
Joseph Ssewava, a prominent figure in the National Resistance Movement (NRM) and a key ally of President Museveni, has announced his candidacy for the party's Vice Chairperson position for the Central Region, replacing Godfrey Kiwanda Suubi.Ssewava, known for his outstanding work in champi
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02 Jun '25
National Unity Platform Secretary General David Lewis Rubongoya has expressed his concern over the arrest of 12 NUP supporters who were arrested by Police in Kitgum.In a post on X, the renowned politician revealed that the suspects were arrested by Police
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31 May '25
The Executive Director of the Centre for Policy Analysis (CEPA), Timothy Chemonges, has expressed significant concern regarding the current state of human rights observance in Uganda.Chemonges emphasized the urgent need for improvement, highlighting the importance of protecting civil socie
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29 May '25
Uganda’s correctional system is undergoing a remarkable transformation, with significant improvements in prisoner rehabilitation, crime prevention, and operational capacity.The Uganda Prisons Service has revealed new data highlighting the impact of its reform-driven approach to justice a
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29 May '25
The African Centre for Treatment and Rehabilitation of Torture Victims (ACTV), in partnership with the Coalition Against Torture (CAT), has urged political actors, security agencies, and the general public to commit to peaceful and torture-free elections ahead of Uganda’s 2025/2026 general elec
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29 May '25
The animation industry in Uganda is experiencing steady and promising growth, with an increasingnumber of studios and educational institutions offering training and support to aspiring animators.The sector now boasts a dynamic blend of well-established studios, emerging players, and
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28 May '25
Uganda’s Deputy Chief Justice, Hon. Justice Dr. Flavian Zeija, has been appointed as Austria’s Male Champion for the #WomenUganda2025 campaign a multi-stakeholder initiative dedicated to advancing gender equality in Uganda.The campaign is spearheaded by female Heads of Diplomatic Missi
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26 May '25
Reports indicated Diamond Platnumz was paid a whopping 750 million Ugandan shillings. This paycheck has since caused a storm among Ugandan artists.Tanzanian and multi-award-winning artist Diamond Platnumz performed in Ntungamo district in Uganda over th