New Ssezibwa Arch Bridge to boost trade, connectivity in Kayunga
The Ssezibwa Arch Bridge is the first of its kind in Uganda and is designed with a lifespan of up to 120 years, offering improved durability and environmental compatibili...
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Govt Advances Greater Kampala Development Plan
Authorities are rolling out a comprehensive physical development plan for the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area, prioritising structured urban growth, climate resilience...
CSOs press MAAIF to gazette banned and restricted pesticides
Civil society organisations have urged the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) to issue a gazette notice detailing recalled and restricted pest...
Tension Rises in Kisoro and Rubanda Over Planned Iron Ore Mining Land Acquisition
Tension is mounting in Kisoro and Rubanda districts following concerns over the planned acquisition of land for iron ore mining, with Bukimbiri Member of Parliament Hon...
Museveni issues fresh directives as NRM retreat concludes Day Six
President Yoweri Museveni has issued a new set of directives aimed at strengthening coordination, boosting agricultural production, and improving accountability in govern...
Landlord sentenced to 7 years in prison over building collapse that killed 52 tenants
Kenyan court has sentenced Samuel Kamau Karanja to seven years in prison over the 2016 building collapse in Huruma’s Ngei II Estate, Nairobi, which claimed 52 live...
The Indian Government Is Offering 67 Fully Funded Scholarships To Ugandan Students
Ugandan students have a rare and time-sensitive opportunity to study at Indian universities on a fully funded government scholarship — but the window is closing fa...
Uganda launches second satellite to space
Officials say once the satellite is in operation, it will complement data already being collected from ground weather sensors and machine-learning early warning tools in...
Uganda Bans Several Imported Farm Chemicals over Health Risks
Uganda has ordered the phase-out and restriction of several widely used agricultural chemicals, citing risks to human health, the environment and the country’s exp...
Uganda’s 2026-2031 cabinet: From fishermen and fisherwomen (symbolism) to intellectualism and competence
As Uganda approaches the swearing of the presidency, new parliament and the subsequent formation of a new cabinet, an important national conversation is beginning to take...