Author: Loy Nankinga

U.S. Announces More Than $150 Million in Support at Pacific Islands Forum

International
On commercial diplomacy, the United States is shifting assistance toward private-sector-led growth, including efforts with Australia, Japan, New Zealand and Taiwan to connect every Pacific Islands Forum country to a trusted undersea cable network. A second Pacific Investment Summit is scheduled to be hosted in early 2027.

UN Human Rights Chief Urges Urgent Action on Unprecedented AI Risks

International
Failures involving agentic AI systems, he said, could disrupt essential services, fracture communications, destabilise critical infrastructure and undermine democratic institutions. Entire populations could lose access to clean water, heating and financial services.

Uganda Moves to Narrow Trade Gap with Japan Ahead of Expo 2027

Business
Uganda has renewed efforts to narrow its widening trade imbalance with Japan by promoting its export potential and investment opportunities during preparations for Expo...

Auditor General Inspects Uganda’s Oil Projects as UNOC Stresses Strict Safety Compliance

National News
The Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) has reaffirmed its commitment to strict safety standards as the Office of the Auditor General of Uganda conducted...

Prof. Kigozi Calls on Graduates to Innovate, Lead and Drive Uganda’s Growth at Makerere’s 76th Graduation Ceremony

National News
Makerere University has celebrated the graduation of 9,295 students, including a record 213 PhDs, during its vibrant 76th graduation ceremony held at Freedom Square. The...

Government Commissions Two Modern Ferries to Boost Safe Transport, Trade and Regional Connectivity on Lake Kyoga

National News
The Government of Uganda, through the Ministry of Works and Transport, has commissioned two modern ferries under the BKK Ferry Project, marking a major...

Gov’t, Rotary International Launch Oxygen Project to Save Mothers and Newborns at Kawempe National Referral Hospital

National News
Uganda has strengthened its maternal and child healthcare services with the launch of the ‘Oxygen for Life’ (Oxygen as a Service) project at Kawempe...

Tourism Minister Butime Spotlights Gov’t Initiatives Driving Industry at Jinja Retreat

Tourism
Minister of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities, Tom Butime, has showcased government-led initiatives, including the 2025 CHAN Games and Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo (POATE),...

Competency Based Curriculum Reform Drives Record-Breaking Success in 2025 UCE Results

National News
Uganda National Examinations Board has released the 2025 Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) results, revealing a historic improvement in candidate performance, attendance, and overall...

 Minister Kabanda Orders Unregulated Operators Off Streets by February 19

National News
The Minister for Kampala Capital City and Metropolitan Affairs, Hajjat Minsa Kabanda, has given unregulated operators and service providers a two-week ultimatum to leave...

President Museveni Schemes Ethiopian Expertise to Stabilize Uganda Airlines Amid Leadership Crisis

National News
President Yoweri Museveni has tasked former Ethiopian Airlines CEO Girma Wake with an interim role to oversee Uganda Airlines ahead of a formal recruitment. Mr...

State House Diaspora Unit Repatriates Four Ugandans After 10 Years of Distress in India

National News
The State House Diaspora Unit has successfully repatriated four Ugandan nationals, including two adult women and two young children, who had lived in distress...

Mulago Hospital Launches Free Two-Week Spine Surgery Camp for Patients in Need

Health
Mulago National Referral Hospital has launched a two-week spine surgical camp at its Upper Mulago Spine Ward, in partnership with Health Volunteers Overseas, to...

Nakivale Refugees Receive Food and Relief Aid through Church of Uganda’s Emergency Response

National News
At least 6,766 refugees at Nakivale Refugee Settlement in Isingiro District have received food and non-food assistance through a locally led emergency response by...
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