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The government and UNHCR have begun a nationwide verification exercise to establish an accurate refugee population as Uganda faces growing pressure on resources supporting refugees and host communities.

President Museveni has sent condolences to Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan following the death of her husband, Hafidh Ameir Hassan, in Zanzibar.

Agriculture Minister Frank Tumwebaze has clarified that farmers under Uganda’s FMD cost-recovery programme pay only for vaccine doses, while Government covers vaccination services and other programme costs.

A mediation process intended to end Uganda Law Society’s prolonged governance disputes has stalled after two lawyers withdrew, leaving mediators to consult key justice-sector stakeholders before deciding whether to resume the talks.

Kampala, Uganda | URN | The government has defended the ongoing monitoring of service delivery in government schools by Local Government Minister Balaam Barugahara, saying the exercise is part of efforts to fight corruption and improve public service delivery. However, secondary school head teachers have criticized the approach, accusing authorities of intimidation and harassment and … The post Govt defends Balaam’s

The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM), in partnership with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), has commenced a nationwide verification exercise to establish the exact number of…

Parliament’s accountability committee has halted the grilling of Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited officials after they failed to provide documents confirming their appointment and authority to hold office.

The Inspectorate of Government has urged schools to establish stronger grievance-handling systems to help address bullying, abuse and unfair treatment before they push learners out of school.

NRM Masaka City chairperson Rodgers Buregeya has called for leadership renewal within the ruling party, saying generational change is necessary to keep it relevant ahead of the 2031 elections.

COMMENT | OBED K. KATUREEBE | Sometime in 2015, while travelling with my former boss and now the Member of Parliament representing Older Persons of Eastern Uganda, Ofwono Opondo, he read my mind in a way that was so revealing. We were on a trip to Arua City. As we traversed the … The post Balaalo have exited Northern Uganda; let Zebu cows occupy the space appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.

The lights were on, the music was playing and Uganda’s beauty and tourism hopefuls had gathered for one of the country’s biggest cultural showcases. But for a few poignant moments, the glamour gave way to remembrance. At the Miss Tourism Uganda 2026 grand finale at Serena Hotel Kampala, contestants from the Tooro sub-region joined the […] The post King Oyo tribute adds emotion to Miss Tourism Uganda finale first appe

Katakwi, Uganda | URN | Thousands of coffee seedlings distributed to farmers in Katakwi District have dried up after the government launched the programme during a prolonged dry spell, prompting farmers to demand better planning, irrigation and training before more seedlings are distributed. The farmers say the coffee project, which is intended to promote commercial … The post Coffee seedlings dry up as Katakwi farme

Musuuga Denies Dismissing Tooro Kingdom Prime Minister ChimpReports

FMD Vaccination: Farmers to Pay Only for Vaccine Doses as Government Covers Programme Costs – Tumwebaze ChimpReports

Kenyan President William Ruto’s directive targeting foreign-owned small businesses has caused anxiety among traders across East Africa, with Ugandan traders operating in Kenya among those likely to feel the impact most directly. According to reports by NTV Kenya on September 4, 2026, civil society organisations have challenged the directive, describing it as unconstitutional and calling […] The post KIWALA CAROLINE T

Musuuga Denies Firing Tooro Prime Minister ChimpReports

Kampala, Uganda | Xinhua | Uganda has appointed global energy and commodities trader Vitol to market the country’s crude oil allocation ahead of planned exports early next year, the Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) said Monday. According to a statement issued by UNOC, Vitol will market the crude oil allocation belonging to the Ugandan government … The post Uganda appoints Vitol to market crude oil ahead of planned

The two-day summit on September 12 and 13 at Bharat Mandapam in Pragati Maidan will gather heads of state, government officials, and invited international participants

Government has pledged to support pineapple farmers in Nakasongola with affordable financing, processing equipment, cold storage and better markets as growers seek to expand production and create more jobs.

Tanzania President Samia’s husband buried, leaves two widows Daily Monitor

President Samia’s husband buried in Kizimkazi, leaves two widows Daily Monitor

Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa has backed calls for Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba to succeed President Museveni in 2031, describing the campaign as a civic expression of citizens’ confidence in the army chief.