Tag: SOMALIA

UPC Attributes Two Million Stunted Children to 1980s Livestock Losses

National News
Akena referred to historical statements by President Museveni acknowledging the destruction of food supplies and the destitution of about 2.7 million people during that period. He argued that the loss of cattle deprived communities of daily nutrition, household income, school fees, draft power, and soil fertility, leaving effects that continue to be felt today.

Gen Saleh, NWSC’s Dr. Mugisha Push for Land Ownership Management to Fix Kampala’s Waste Crisis

Environment
Kampala’s waste management system has come under increasing strain in recent years, including during Uganda’s first National Cleaning Day, when the volume of collected waste overwhelmed collection teams and temporarily clogged the Buyala disposal facility.
International

President Museveni Reaffirms Uganda’s Support Behind Olara Otunnu’s UN...

The meeting was attended by ambassadors representing both permanent and non-permanent members of the United Nations Security Council, including Somalia, Denmark, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Pakistan, Russia, the United Kingdom, France, the United States and other member states.
National News

NIRA Set for First-Ever Nationwide Registration of Legally Resident...

Under the new system, successfully registered foreign nationals will be issued Alien Identification Numbers (AINs) and Alien Identification Cards, which will serve as official identification documents for foreign residents in Uganda. The validity period of each card will correspond with the duration of the holder’s immigration permit or authorized stay.
Lifestyle

Uganda: A Beacon of Hope in Africa’s Refugee Crisis

As of 2026, Uganda is home to nearly two million refugees and asylum seekers, most of whom have fled conflict in neighboring countries like South Sudan, Somalia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. This is not to say that other countries in the region do not offer refuge to those fleeing war as Kenya and Tanzania do so too.
International

UPDF Troops in Somalia Sharpen Aviation Security Skills

Nineteen soldiers of the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) deployed under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in...
Business

Uganda, Somalia Build Stronger Economic Ties with New Trade...

Uganda and Somalia have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthen bilateral relations and accelerate economic cooperation, marking a new chapter...
Security

Lt Gen Kavuma Commends UPDF Peacekeepers During Maiden Visit...

The African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) Force Commander, Lt Gen Sam Kavuma, has praised Uganda...
Regional

UPDF, Somali Forces Reclaim Bariire from Al-Shabaab After A...

The Ugandan Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) troops serving under the African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM),...
Featured

One Year of Leadership: Gen Muhoozi’s Impact on Uganda’s...

Today marks one year since General Muhoozi Kainerugaba was appointed Chief of Defense Forces (CDF) by President Yoweri Museveni...
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