Known for its gorillas and the Big Five, Uganda has a lot to offer on a tourist’s plate. The Ministry...

With the budget strategy for Financial Year 2025/2026 looking at strengthening economic growth, tourism development is seen as one of the major sectors to be boasted in order to achieve accelerated growth.

On October 4, 2024, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba took on his X handle a controversial post that attracted mixed reactions both locally and internationally. In his post, he stated, “If the current Ambassador of America to Uganda does not issue an apology to Mzee personally for his undiplomatic behavior in our country, we will demand he leaves Uganda.”

Football in Uganda continues to grow, with increasing investments in both grassroots and professional football. The focus on youth development, professionalism, and women's football is expected to shape its future trajectory.

In September 2024, the killing of Ugandan Olympic athlete, Rebecca Cheptegei has drawn significant attention to domestic violence issues in Kenya. Cheptegei was doused with gasoline and set ablaze by her former partner, Dickson Ndiema Marangach, highlighting the extreme dangers faced by women in abusive relationships. This incident has reignited public outrage and called for stronger measures against femicide in the country.

The East African Community is made up of eight countries; currently among them are Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, the DRC, South Sudan, and recently added Somalia.

Six school-going children have been killed on the spot by a speeding car in Kyoani on Kitui-Kibwezi Road in Kenya.

17 pupils have been burnt to death and beyond recognition by a fire at Hillside Endarasha Primary, in Nyeri County, Kenya.