Politics & Government

IPOD Executive Director Dr Lawrence Sserwambala says the National Unity Platform is close to joining the dialogue platform after completing key administrative steps, dismissing claims that the party’s move is only driven by access to government funding.

CHIMP SPORT: She Cranes Storm Past Trinidad and Tobago ChimpReports

ENTEBBE, Uganda — The Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Local Government, Mr Ben Kumumanya, has challenged Ugandan leaders to move beyond discussing personalities and instead embrace ideas, accountability, professionalism and merit-based leadership as the country advances its socio-economic transformation agenda. Kumumanya made the remarks during an engagement with Town Clerks and local government officials […]

I was prompted to write this article after observing that many Ugandans continue to face serious service delivery challenges, even though the central government releases billions of shillings to lower local governments every financial year. The question we pose as the Karamoja Anti-Corruption Coalition (Department for Critical Thinking and Alternative Analysis) is simple: with all […] The post Dr. Ayub Mukisa: The Tr

Kenyan President William Ruto and Uganda’s Vice President Jessica Alupo joined church leaders and dignitaries in Busia County for the consecration and enthronement of Rt. Rev. Dr. Vitalis Job Ekuru as the fourth Anglican Bishop of Katakwa Diocese.

Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Government of Uganda has officially nominated veteran diplomat and former United Nations Under-Secretary-General Ambassador Olara Otunnu for the position of Secretary-General of the United Nations, describing him as a distinguished international civil servant with more than four decades of experience in diplomacy, peacebuilding and global governance. In a press … The post Uganda nominates

Vice President Jessica Alupo has praised the Catholic Church for complementing government efforts in improving livelihoods through education, healthcare and social services, while calling for peaceful Local Council elections and greater care for the elderly.

Thousands gathered in Tororo District as West Budama North East MP Richard Owere Machika held a thanksgiving ceremony that doubled as a platform to promote political unity, launch an ambulance, and raise more than Shs100 million for education initiatives.

At least four people, mostly children, have reportedly died from suspected rabies in Adjumani District as communities struggle to access anti-rabies vaccines amid a prolonged shortage at government health facilities.

The ISF, to be staffed by 'friendly countries', will operate in areas outside of Israel's military control.

Kwania district has water coverage of 82% living a gap of 18% of the total population

Lira, Uganda | Patrick Ongom Aregedeng, the Member of Parliament representing Erute North in Lira District, has begun fulfilling the pledges he made during the 2026 election campaigns. This marks…

Lamwo district by Joshua Olomo:Police sensitised members of the community on dangers of handling, tampering with or transporting suspected ammunition, explosives and other remnants of war and they are urged to immediately report any such discoveries to the nearest Police station or any other security agency for safe recovery and disposal. Crime Intelligence has commenced efforts to establish the origin and circumstances under which the recovered ammunition came to be concealed at the location.

ARUA CITY, Uganda — Uganda and South Sudan have renewed their commitment to promoting lasting peace, security and socio-economic cooperation along their shared border following a high-level reconciliation meeting that brought together leaders and representatives from both countries. The meeting, held on 25 July 2026 at Hotel Le-Confidentiel in Arua City, convened government officials, religious […] The post Uganda, S

Political commentator and journalist Andrew Mwenda has amused his followers on X after sharing a humorous account of a basketball game with Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame and Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba. In a post that quickly attracted reactions, Mwenda poked fun at his own basketball abilities, joking that his performance was […] The post Andrew Mwenda Jokes About Basketball Skills Af

Kenya's President William Ruto and Uganda's Vice President Jessica Alupo joined senior church leaders and dignitaries in Busia County for the consecration and enthronement of Rt. Rev. Dr. Vitalis Job Ekuru as the fourth Bishop of Katakwa Diocese.

A village chairperson who has led Lwempaama Village in Lwengo District for about four decades has resigned just days before the Local Council I elections, citing threats to his safety and urging supporters to back another candidate.

CHIMP SPORT: Onyango takes over PAU leadership ChimpReports

The energetic field inspections led by Hon. Balaam Barugahara and Hon. Justine Nameere have captured public attention across Uganda. For citizens long frustrated by bureaucratic inefficiency, poor service delivery and local corruption, the sight of ministers confronting public officials and demanding accountability has understandably generated widespread approval. Their interventions—from inspecting Naiku Health Cent

By Bonny Ferdinand Okello Alele, Assistant Resident City Commissioner, Lira City. As Uganda prepares for the Local Council I (LC I) elections on 28th July, I wish to make a…

Mukono, Uganda | URN | At the stroke of 7am on Saturday, Mukono town ground to a halt. Streets that normally bustle with matatus, boda-bodas and traders fell silent. Security personnel sealed off the main routes. No vehicles moved. The first National Cleaning Day had begun. The nationwide directive, announced by the government days earlier, requires … The post Backed by security deployment, Mukono embraces national c

A senior Israeli official said the Security Cabinet approved granting immunity to the International Stabilization Force (ISF), which is expected to operate in Gaza in coordination with the IDF under President Donald Trump's 20-point plan. The official stresse…

The Security Cabinet approved a pilot placing parts of Gaza under a Palestinian Arab technocratic government, backed by a multinational force and strict security screening.