Uganda’s opposition has tabled an alternative Shs71.4 trillion budget, warning that rising debt obligations and rigid expenditures are squeezing service delivery, while drawing parallels with last year’s fiscal plan that faced similar criticism over debt sustainability and limited fiscal spac
The Justice Forum (JEEMA) has condemned the government’s proposed tax increases in the 2026 national budget, warning that higher levies on income, fuel, and essential goods will worsen living standards for ordinary Ugandans.JEEMA said the planned hikes in Pay As You Earn (PAYE), fuel exc
Police in Kisoro District are investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash that claimed the life of a 25-year-old man in the early hours of Tuesday morning.The deceased has been identified as Uwayezu Urban, a resident of Nyakabande Village in Gisorora Parish, Nyakabande Sub-county.Accord
Uganda and Kenya agree on SGR standards to link their conflicting rail systems, advancing the massive regional infrastructure project.KAMPALA, Uganda — The Ministry of Works and Transport is requesting 8.3 trillion shillings for the 2026/27 fiscal year, a 40% increase intended to moderni
Two juveniles were killed on Easter Sunday in Kitagwenda District when a truck they were travelling in overturned while en route to a football match.The victims, aged seven and thirteen, had reportedly boarded a lorry, registration number UBJ 466T, along with other children who were headin
Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority has raised retail fuel prices, citing global market trends and cost pressures, in a move expected to ripple through transport and consumer prices in the East African economy.In a statement issued late Friday, the regulator said petrol prices will rise
Transport operators in Rukungiri District have raised concerns over the rising fuel prices, saying the situation is increasingly affecting their daily operations and livelihoods.The concern follows recent global tensions involving Iran, the United States, and Israel, which have contributed
MBARARA, Uganda — Three people have been confirmed dead following a tragic road accident at Kyenshama cattle market in Nyabirisirira Town Council, Mbarara District, on Friday afternoon.The deceased, all vendors at the busy market, were reportedly struck by a Fuso truck, registration numb
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Uganda Police Force has warned the public to remain vigilant during the Easter celebrations, citing increased risk of criminal activity targeting homes, churches, and crowded entertainment venues. According to Kampala Metropolitan Deputy Police Spokesperson Luke Owoyes
Following an increase in road crashes in the country, the Ministry of Works and Transport has warned road users to be cautious while using the roads. Referencing the annual crime report released by the Uganda Police Force, road traffic crashes increased by 3.7% in 2025 compared to 2024. The numbe
