Politics & Government

The UN Security Council began the process of selecting the UN's next secretary-general, holding a first "straw poll" to gauge the seven candidates' support for the high-profile global statesman role. The post Selection process for next UN chief begins appeare…

Deputy Inspector General of Government Anne Twinomugisha Muhairwe has pledged to push for increased funding and staffing at Mulago National Referral Hospital's City Mortuary after officials said rising demand for forensic services and medical training is stretching existing personnel.

Members of Parliament have questioned the National Medical Stores over delayed delivery of medicines worth Shs180 billion, expired drugs valued at Shs8 billion and billions more spent on their destruction, citing poor planning and inventory management.

Uganda has raised concern over the growing use of digital platforms by traffickers to recruit victims, with authorities warning that online scam compounds are emerging locally while young people remain the biggest target.

The Parliamentary Appointments Committee has approved Juma Witonze Kisekka for the position of State Minister for Internal Affairs, with the nominee pledging to prioritise the fight against corruption and restore public confidence in the ministry.

Gulu, Uganda | URN | The government has extended the Northern Uganda cattle restocking programme from the initially planned five years to ten years. The State Minister for Northern Uganda Rehabilitation Bearice Akello Akori explained on Saturday that the ten years implementation period is ensure all eligible households eventually receive cattle. The cattle restocking programme … The post Gov’t extends Northern Uganda

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Telecommunications infrastructure provider ATC Uganda has contributed Shs20.9 billion to the Uganda Communications Universal Service and Access Fund (UCUSAF) to support connectivity projects in underserved areas as government intensifies efforts to bridge the digital divide.

Defence ministers from countries contributing troops to the African Union mission in Somalia have endorsed military chiefs' recommendations on the mission's future, with calls for sustainable funding and logistics before United Nations support ends in December.

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called for the strengthening of the East African Common Market, warning that protectionist trade policies and high tariffs among regional partners undermine economic integration and deny citizens the benefits of a larger regional market. The President made the remarks on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at State House, Entebbe, while receiving […] The post Museveni Receives New Envoys, P

The ruling party says it secured more than 51,000 village chairperson positions in the July 28 LC1 elections, as it prepares to elect its flag bearers for LC2 chairperson and parish Women Council committees.

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The Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development says Uganda should embrace global construction technologies while adapting them to local conditions as it seeks sustainable solutions to the country's growing housing and infrastructure needs.

The Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development says Uganda should embrace global construction technologies while adapting them to local conditions as it seeks sustainable solutions to the country's growing housing and infrastructure needs.

The Parliamentary Appointments Committee has vetted the newly appointed Minister of State for Internal Affairs, Juma Witonze Kisekka, marking a key step in the approval process following his recent nomination. The committee, chaired by Speaker Jacob Marksons Oboth, conducted the vetting on today morning. It was attended by Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa alongside other Members […] The post Parliament Vets New State Mi

Opposition leaders under the People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) have demanded answers from government, the judiciary and Uganda Prisons Service over the reported collapse of opposition politician Dr. Kizza Besigye during court proceedings, questioning the circumstances surrounding the incident and his subsequent medical transfer.

Opposition leaders under the People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) have demanded answers from government, the judiciary and Uganda Prisons Service over the reported collapse of opposition politician Dr. Kizza Besigye during court proceedings, questioning the circumstances surrounding the incident and his subsequent medical transfer.

Makerere University today hosted the AI-Enhanced Platform for Opportunity Development (AI-POD) interim report showcase, bringing together government officials, academia, industry partners, and students to review the progress of the Uganda–Japan AI-POD Internship Project and explore its potential to position Uganda as a global hub for AI-enabled digital talent. The event showcased the progress made by […] The post Mak

Newly appointed State Minister for Internal Affairs Juma Witonze is expected to appear before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Thursday as lawmakers assess his suitability for the post following the rejection of his predecessor.

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called for the strengthening of the East African Common Market, warning that protectionist trade policies and high tariffs among regional partners undermine economic integration and deny citizens the benefits of a larger regional market. The President made the remarks on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at State House, Entebbe, while receiving […] The post President Museveni Welcomes fou

Transport officials have barred three passenger buses from operating and ordered another off the road for inspection as the government intensifies enforcement against unsafe public transport following a series of deadly crashes.

Dr Olara Otunnu was one of the young men reportedly being groomed, on merit, to succeed Obote as president. The others were Dr David Anyoti, Dr Luiliza Kirunda, Patrick Mwonda, Dr Albert Picho Owiny, Wilson Okwenje, Peter Otai and Chris Rwakasisi. But Olara Otunnu decided to back his fellow Acholi, General Tito Okello Lutwa, and Brigadier Basilio Olara-Okello against Obote. They appointed him foreign minister.

On July 30, 2005, Sudan's First Vice President John Garang departed Uganda after a private meeting with President Museveni. Hours later, the helicopter carrying the architect of the Sudan peace deal disappeared over the Imatong Mountains, ending the life of one of Africa's most influential liberation leaders.

State House has announced plans to establish a second Presidential Industrial Skilling Hub in the West Nile sub-region while warning district leaders against frustrating the implementation of the programme. Officials say leaders who fail to support the initiative risk being held accountable as government intensifies efforts to equip vulnerable youth with vocational skills, promote entrepreneurship and create sustaina