Politics & Government

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called on officers from the War College of Mali to embrace patriotism, Pan-Africanism, economic transformation and strategic security as the foundation for Africa’s prosperity, stability and long-term development. The President made the remarks on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at State House Entebbe while delivering a Lecture of Opportunity to a […] The post President Museveni urges Ma

Three weeks after the military sealed off Nation Media Group (NMG) Uganda offices, hundreds of employees remain uncertain about their future as the country’s largest private media house remains closed. Behind the public debate over press freedom and ongoing negotiations between the company and the government is a growing human toll, with employees across the […] The post NMG shutdown: employees grapple with uncertain

Kampala, Uganda | URN | Parliament has appointed veteran communications professional Grace Gidudu as Acting Director of Communication and Public Affairs, following the arrest of substantive director Chris Obore. The acting appointment was made through the Clerk to Parliament pending decisions by the Parliamentary Commission on substantive appointments. The changes also saw Benson Masereka Oniz … The post Grace Gidudu

This article examines the concept of honesty, which remains a major concern among Uganda’s civil servants. Before I once again thank Hon. Balaam Barugahare and Justine Nameere for exposing corruption in district local governments, let me first clarify my use of the term “civil servants.” Here, it refers to the permanent professional employees of district […] The post Dr.Ayub Mukisa: If Civil Servants Were Honest: Cou

The country must wait 42 days without a new case before it can be declared Ebola-free by the World Health Organisation (WHO) despite the discharge of the last patient from the Ebola Treatment Unit. Dr Chris Baryomunsi, the Minister of Health, made the revelation while presenting an update on the Ebola Bundibugyo Virus outbreak in […] The post Health Minister confirms no new Ebola cases in Uganda appeared first on Wat

The Minister for the Presidency, Milly Babalanda, has directed Resident District Commissioners (RDCs) and Resident City Commissioners (RCCs) to strengthen oversight of government projects, warning that corruption and weak supervision continue to undermine service delivery and value for public funds.

Road safety advocates have called for urgent action to protect school-going children following alarming road crash statistics contained in the Uganda Police Annual Crime Report. They are urging government, schools and parents to work together to improve child safety through stronger enforcement, safer transport and better road infrastructure.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has celebrated the distinguished service of Ms. Margaret Kafeero, the outgoing Head of the Public Diplomacy Department, during a colourful farewell ceremony attended by colleagues, friends, and family. Ms. Kafeero, who has been praised for her leadership, professionalism, and dedication to advancing Uganda’s image abroad, is set to take up […] The post Foreign Affairs Bids Farewell to

Parliament has appointed veteran communications professional Grace Gidudu as acting director of communication and public affairs following the arrest of the substantive director, Chris Obore. The appointment was made by the clerk to parliament pending a decision by the Parliamentary Commission on substantive appointments. In the same changes, Benson Masereka Oniz was appointed acting director […] The post Gidudu name

Dokolo, Uganda | Dokolo Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Barbara Akech has welcomed the planned launch of the Alwimac–Awiri–Asalim Road, saying the government investment will transform trade, improve farmers’ access to…

Parliament is set to receive three major government statements next week covering Uganda's international treaty obligations, the condition of roads across the country, and progress in expanding electricity access under the Electricity Access Scale-up Project.

Water and Environment Minister Gen. Kahinda Otafiire has renewed his defence of ownership of land at Njeru Stock Farm, accusing State Minister for Animal Industry Bright Rwamirama of presenting a selective account of the disputed property.

Stakeholders in Busoga have proposed sweeping electoral reforms, including a single election day and limiting military involvement, as part of efforts to improve transparency and public confidence in Uganda’s electoral process.

Speaker Jacob Oboth Oboth has pledged equal facilitation for all parliamentary committees and introduced limits on foreign travel delegations as part of efforts to improve efficiency and control expenditure in the 12th Parliament.

President Museveni has granted an official burial to former North West Tooro MP Kosia Mudabi Ngirisi, recognising his decades of public service as a legislator, civil servant and local government leader.

The Minister of State for Youth and Children Affairs, Dr. Mercy Faith Lakisa, has ordered police investigations into allegations that teachers at a Jinja City school continued administering corporal punishment despite a legal ban.

The Ministry of Lands has restricted LC I chairpersons seeking re-election from handling land transactions until after the July 28 village elections to prevent fraud, disputes and irregularities during the campaign period.

Government has assured residents affected by the Luweero–Butalangu Road project that they will be compensated, as the contractor races to complete the remaining 2.8 kilometres of the Shs93.8 billion road.

Uganda has officially expressed interest in hosting the 2027 Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States-European Union (OACPS-EU) Joint Parliamentary Assembly, as Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa intensifies efforts to strengthen the country’s parliamentary diplomacy and cooperation with European and ACP partners.

President Museveni has said guaranteed markets are critical to boosting production and industrial growth, arguing that Uganda has the capacity to supply agro-processing industries if farmers are assured of demand.