Author: Cynthia Arinda

Bank of Uganda Battles Global Economic Storm to Protect the Shilling 

Business
Uganda buys far more from foreign countries than it sells abroad, creating a massive $4.6 billion trade gap. Because international sellers only accept US dollars, local traders are constantly scrambling to buy greenbacks, driving the dollar’s value up and shilling down.

NUP’S Charles Matovu Passes on after Short Illness

National News
"It is very sad to learn of the death of our brother Hon. Charles Matovu, former Member of Parliament for Busiro South, who passed on yesterday. Hon. Matovu represented his people with vigor and utmost dedication in the 11th Parliament. He was a member of the Parliamentary football team, where his tremendous contribution led us to dominate the East African Parliamentary games. My condolences go out to his family, the people of Busiro South, and the country at large. May he rest in eternal peace., Tayebwa said.

UNBS Urges Businesses to Use Standard LS to Accelerate Uganda’s Transition to Clean Energy 

Business
UNBS has so far published 116 standards covering clean-energy technologies and products, including solar thermal systems, photovoltaic devices, domestic biogas stoves, household biomass stoves and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG). These standards provide technical requirements that guide producers and suppliers while helping consumers access products that meet established quality and safety requirements.

IGG Recovers Over Ugx 5 Billion Cash, Assets From Corruption Cases 

Crime
The report further indicated that 241,230 out of 302,800 registered public officers declared their income, assets and liabilities during the April 2026 declaration period, representing an 80% compliance rate.

MITOOMA: Local Gov’t Officials Charged Over Mismanagement of Public Funds

Court
“It is alleged that between 17 and 30 June 2026, at the Mitooma District Local Government offices, the accused diverted part of the funds to pay UGX31,162,400 for fuel that was never supplied, as well as allowances for road works that were allegedly never carried out. This resulted in a loss of UGX45,066,400 to government,” SHACH said.

Cabinet Approves Establishment of Public University in Busoga Sub-Region

Education
“After discussing the proposal to establish Busoga University as a public university, Cabinet decided to name it Iganga University,” Lumumba said.

Minstry of Lands Calls For Partnership to Close Uganda’s Housing Gap 

National News
“Government cannot close Ugandas housing gap alone. We need a new and stronger housing partnership. The private sector must increase investment in affordable housing and bring innovative and cost effective solutions to the market,” the address read.

HOIMA: Kabalega International Airport Receives First Passenger Aircraft

National News
Kabalega International Airport also called Hoima International Airport is Uganda’s second international airport after Entebbe. Its construction began in 2018 as part of infrastructure for the oil industry in the Albertine Graben, the planned Uganda Oil Refinery, and the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP). It is also intended to support tourism and agriculture in western Uganda.

Archbishop Kaziimba Calls for Govt’s Support for Local Investors

Business
“Twine has told me that his five Fraine Supermarket branches employ 720 people, while his other companies employ more than 600 people. These are jobs being created for Ugandans, and the money generated remains within and continues to circulate in our economy,”Archbishop Kaziimba said.

Uganda to Eliminate Dog Mediated Rabies by 2030

Health
World Rabies Day is observed globally every year on September 28th, with the 2026 theme being “Stronger Together” emphasizing that rabies elimination requires collaboration across communities, veterinary professionals, healthcare workers, governments, educators, and international partners.

UNEB Warns Headteachers Reporting Non Existent Special Needs Candidates, Fake Papers

Education
“UNEB will not condone any cases of indiscipline. Previously we have had parents running to us telling us that my son or daughter has been sent away from school and now we want you to intervene and force the school to have my child back to do his examination because he is a candidate. We have told them that being a candidate doesn’t immunize your child from following school regulations,” Odongo highlighted. 

SHACU REMANDS KITAGWENDA LC5 CHAIRPERSON OVER SELLING DISTRICT JOBS

Crime
The State House Anti Corruption Unit (SHACU), in liaison with the Criminal Investigation Directorate and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, has...

EACOP SIGNS MoU WITH IEC TO STRENGTHEN SMALL SCALE ENTERPRISES 

Business
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Industry Enhancement Centre (IEC), to advance national content...

UGANDA RECEIVES EIGHT RHINOS FROM SOUTH AFRICA

Tourism
Uganda has received eight rhinos from South Africa, marking a historic achievement in the country’s wildlife conservation and tourism development efforts. According to a press...
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