Author: Marvin Okecho

President Museveni Sends Condolences to Tanzania’s President Over Husband’s Death

National News
The President also recalled the close cooperation between Uganda and Tanzania, citing trade, the East African Crude Oil Pipeline, the Murongo-Kyikagate mini-hydro project, roads in Tanzania, the Masaka-Bukoba transmission line and the Standard Gauge Railway, which has reached Isaka and is expected to extend towards Uganda and beyond.

Ugandan Pan-Africanists Warn Ruto Over Possible Xenophobia

Regional
According to Mukula, Uganda believes in the free and orderly movement of people, goods, services, and capital within the framework of regional laws and protocols, stating that it will continue to stand for the dignity of African brothers and sisters because Africa belongs to Africans.

Government Intensifies Malaria Fight with Second Wave of Nationwide Net Distribution

Health
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has officially launched the second wave of its nationwide mosquito net distribution campaign, intensifying efforts to curb malaria by...

ICT Ministry Endorses National Federation to Unite Social Media Influencers

National News
Uganda’s Minister of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Godfrey Baluku Kabyanga has officially endorsed a corporate entity uniting digital content creators across the country. The...

Uganda All Set to Host Continental ADR Conference

National News
Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs has commenced Uganda’s preparations to host the Gumzo la ADR Conference 2026, a major continental event focused on...

Minister Mutuuzo Calls for Urgent Action on Women’s Access to Justice

National News
The Minister of State for Gender and Culture, Peace Mutuuzo, has called for stronger action to address barriers preventing women and girls from accessing...

Uganda Offers Free Visa Extensions to Travellers Stranded by Middle East Airspace Closures

International
The Government of Uganda has announced free visa extensions for travellers whose journeys were disrupted following the closure of airspace in parts of the...

UPDF Successfully Evacuates 43 Ugandan Students from Iran

National News
Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF) has successfully evacuated 43 of its nationals, primarily students, from Iran following the escalating military tensions in the Middle...

Scientists Forecast Above-Average Rainfall Outlook for Uganda’s 2026 Long Rains

National News
Uganda releases the national seasonal weather forecast covering the March to May (MAM) 2026 period, commonly known as the long rains season. The announcement, delivered...

Uganda Acquires 20% Stake in Kenya Pipeline Company to Strengthen Energy Security and Supply

National News
Uganda has acquired a 20.15% stake in the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) through the Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC), a move aimed at securing...

Uganda’s Elections Reflected the Will of the People – Dr. Baryomunsi to EU

National News
Uganda’s Minister for Information, Communications Technology and National Guidance, Chris Baryomunsi, has rejected criticism from the European Parliament over the country’s 15th January, 2026,...

Local, Women’s Council Elections Set for March – Minister Magyezi Confirms

National News
The Minister of Local Government, Raphael Magyezi, has confirmed that elections for Local Council I (LC1) positions will proceed as planned, highlighting the government’s...

Gov’t Opens Registration for The National Trade Review Conference 2026

Business
The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives (MTIC) announced that registration has officially opened for the National Trade Review Conference (TRC) 2026. The high-level national...

One in Four Ugandans Facing Mental Health Crisis – New Report

Health
The 2025 State of Uganda Population Report has revealed a growing mental health crisis, with nearly one in four Ugandans affected by mental health...
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