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    Author: Gordon Twesigye

    A section of leaders in the Lango sub-region have welcomed the recent court ruling that blocked the coronation of Dr. Eng. Michael Moses Odongo Okune as the next paramount chief. The leaders, while addressing the media in...
    The Rt. Rev. Jackson Baalwa, who is now the fifth Assistant Bishop of Kampala Diocese of the Church of Uganda, at the extraordinary meeting sitting on August 13, 2024, at All Saints’ Cathedral Kampala, was elected to replace the Rt. Rev. Dr. Hannington Nsubuga Mutebi.

    Ugandan Government Fronts Local Content in Developing Standard Gauge Railway Project

    The $2.3 billion project, expected to take 42 months to complete, will revolutionize Uganda's transportation sector, reducing travel time and increasing efficiency.

    UK Boosts Uganda’s Mpox Response with £1M Funding for Health Initiatives

    The British High Commission in Kampala has announced a £1 million funding package to support Uganda's efforts in tackling the Mpox outbreak.

    Health Committee Blocks Surrogacy Access for All Women, Raising Concerns on Reproductive Rights

    Members of Parliament on the Parliament’s Health Committee have rejected a proposal by the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) to allow all women, regardless of fertility status, to access surrogacy services.

    Lands Ministry Launches New Digital Platforms for Easy Land Access

    The Ministry of Lands, Housing, and Urban Development has launched the Ugandan National Land Information System (UgNLIS) public portal to aid in the access of information on land.

    National Salvation Front (NAS) is Responsible for Juba- Nimule Road Attack- S. Sudan Forces Confirm

    In a press briefing, Gen. Lul Ruai Koang, spokesperson for the South Sudan People Defence Forces (SSPDF), has confirmed that the National Salvation Front (NAS), led by Gen. Thomas Cirilo Swaka, is responsible for a recent attack on a bus traveling from Juba to Kampala, Uganda.

    Association of Surgeons to Perform 2500 Surgeries at No Cost in Ankole Region

    Over 2500 surgeries are expected to be performed at no cost by a team of 280 surgeons from the Association of Surgeons of Uganda (ASOU) and other health specialists from the Ministry of Health in the Ankole Subregion.

    Uganda to Train 10,000 Vaccine Scientists by 2040

    The government, through the Science, Technology and Innovation Secretariat (STI), is set to train 10,000 vaccine scientists by 2040 in a bid to strengthen the country’s local knowledge base and improve the ability to create and produce vaccines within the country.

    MoF Issues Funds to Local Governments to Facilitate Completion of Ongoing Projects

    The primary objectives of the consultative workshops include providing feedback on issues raised during last year's budget consultations, discussions about the budget strategy for FY 2025/26, and discussions about the strategic direction of the NDP4, the 10-fold growth strategy, and how this will translate into local economic growth.

    Uganda Awarded Best Organizer Title at CITIE 2024

    The accolade highlights Uganda’s growing influence on the global stage and its commitment to fostering valuable partnerships in the tourism sector.

    Newly Enthroned Karamoja Bishop Assured of Government Support for Development

    The leaders and people of Karamoja have demonstrated unity, strong leadership, and a genuine enthusiasm for development and socio-economic transformation.

    Uganda to Benefit from Italy’s EUR 2.3 Billion Development Fund 

    The Italian government has named Uganda among the 23 African countries to receive part of the EUR 2.3 billion Development Support Fund from 2024 to 2026.

    Entebbe Airport Expansion Nears Completion at 92%

    CAA began the expansion project of Entebbe International Airport in 2015 with a target to complete the first phase by 2023 and the entire project by 2033, with China Communication Construction Company handling the work.

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