Uganda’s digital transformation must prioritise human rights, experts warn
Civil society stakeholders have called for stronger human rights safeguards in Uganda’s digital transformation journey, warning of potential exclusion and privacy...
News discovery
Find the stories that matter to you.
Results for
601 found
“measures”
Heat Wave to Subside in a Week – Govt
The scorching heat wave that has gripped Uganda in recent weeks is expected to subside by mid-March, paving the way for the long-awaited rainy season, officials from the...
Museveni Commissions Kampala Flyover, Warns Against Littering
President Museveni has commissioned the $81 million Kampala Flyover, urging city residents to stop littering and maintain cleanliness in the capital.The commissioning ce...
Vice President Alupo Calls for Govt Action on Vulnerable Children
Vice President Jessica Alupo has called on the government to allocate a dedicated budget for vulnerable children and street kids, emphasizing the urgency of addressing th...
Rwanda Says Germany has 'Politicised' Development Cooperation
Germany's action comes after the European Union and the United Kingdom, Sweden as well as Canada, announced plans to suspend bilateral aid to Rwanda.Rwanda has accused Ge...
Tensions Rise in Parliament as Opposition MPs Confront Minister Over Kawempe By-Election Violence
The violence during the Kawempe North by-election has led to a heated debate in Parliament, with opposition MPs challenging government officials over the role of security...
US tariffs on Canada and Mexico will happen Tuesday, says commerce chief
BBC | US tariffs against Canada and Mexico are set to come into effect on Tuesday but their level will be decided by Donald Trump, the US commerce secretary has said.The...
President Museveni Approves Copyright Management System to Protect Ugandan Musicians
President Yoweri Museveni has given the green light to a new Copyright Management System, aimed at safeguarding musicians’ rights and ensuring they receive fair co...
Tedros Urges Tougher Tobacco Controls as Global Death Toll Remains High
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...
Tomatoes, Fresh Leaf Vegetables Lead Monthly Inflation Surge in Uganda
Monthly headline inflation for February 2025 surged by 0.6%, more than doubling the 0.3% recorded in January 2025.The cost of living in Uganda has experienced a notable r...