The rollout of E-IDs is expected to improve security, streamline access to basic services, and expand the scope of financial inclusion. By linking national IDs to a secure digital platform, the government aims to eliminate the use of physical IDs, which are prone to theft. This will provide citizens with protection from exploitation in the form of loan sharks.

The National ICT Summit serves as a pivotal platform for stakeholders to forge strategic alliances and share actionable insights aimed at advancing Uganda’s ICT sector. 

As Uganda strives to eliminate mother-to-child transmission of HIV by 2030, the HIV prevalence reduced from 18% in 1990s to 5.1%. Currently, new HIV infections have reduced from 68,000 to 38,000. As a result, concerted efforts are needed to ensure that all expectant mothers receive adequate support and treatment.

UCC has intensified efforts against illegal stations, effectively shutting numerous radio stations for similar offenses.

Section 31 and Schedule 4 of the Uganda Communications Act 2013 stipulate that Broadcasters must ensure that any program aired is not contrary to public morality, complies with existing laws, and that adult-oriented content is appropriately scheduled.

As Uganda faces rising temperatures and irregular rainfall patterns, initiatives like these are crucial in ensuring sustainable farming practices that are able to cope with future climate changes.

The Administration of Parliament Amendment Bill, 2024, aims to modify provisions related to the election of the LoP and the approval processes for Shadow Cabinet appointments. This has intensified concerns among the opposition members, describing the committee's handling of the bill as supersonic.

President Museveni has previously described the absence of any African country on the UNSC as an example of a historical injustice, noting that there are no permanent members from Africa, irrespective of Africa being engaged in works of maintaining international peace and security.

Uganda's environmental journey since her independence in 1962 is marked by significant achievements and challenges, ranging from diverse biodiversity, socio-economic issues, and evolving governance.

The temporary visa-on-arrival policy affects various categories of travelers, including tourists, business visitors, and diplomats. As airlines have been notified to accommodate these changes, travelers are advised to prepare for potential delays at immigration checkpoints due to the manual processing of visas.

Kidnappings among children are on the rise in the Makindye division. On September 8, 2024, police arrested a woman, only identified as Nalubiri, in a rented home in Katwe parish, after kidnapping a toddler during a Sunday church service in Kisenyi, Kampala. This calls for further investigations to find out the motives of the kidnappers in the area.

The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has announced an interest rate of 11.5% for the financial year 2023/2024, an increase from the 9.7% that was declared the previous year.