Politics

Six of seven aspirants who expressed interest in carrying the NRM flag in Adjumani West have so far completed nomination as the party moves to select its candidate.

110 local govt staff face interdiction in Minister Balaam's corruption crackdown Daily Monitor

Moroto, Uganda | URN | More than 40 farmers in the Karamoja sub-region are counting losses after a prolonged dry spell destroyed more than 200 acres of wheat they planted in the region’s first major attempt to grow the crop. The wheat project was introduced this year by the government through the Karamoja Mixed Farmers … The post Dry spell wipes out Karamoja’s first wheat harvest appeared first on The Independent Uga

Nabakooba urges Masaka residents to use NRM leaders to access government programmes PML Daily

The deputy Speaker of Parliament Thomas Tayebwa has apologised to residents of Mubende over delays in the rehabilitation of the Mityana-Mubende road, following a fatal crash that claimed local businessman Kenneth Kaijuka, 45, and his brother-in-law and driver, Stephen. The Friday evening accident occurred at Kagavu in Kalonga sub-county, Mubende district, when the family’s Nissan […] The post Gov’t apologises for del

The Secretary- Office of the President, Hajji Yunus Kakande, has cautioned Resident District Commissioners (RDCs), Resident City Commissioners (RCCs) and other government field officers against indiscipline, urging them to uphold professionalism, respect institutional hierarchy and remain committed to effective public service. Hajji Kakande made the remarks on Monday, August 17, 2026, while officiating at the […] The

KAMPALA — The Government of Uganda, the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) and development partners have begun consultations on a five-year programme aimed at transforming livestock production, strengthening peacebuilding and improving resilience in the Karamoja sub-region. The proposed Integrated Livestock Development, Peacebuilding and Resilience Enhancement for Sustainable Livelihoods in Karamoja (I

The President has contributed cash and construction materials to the Catholic project as the church seeks to raise the remaining funds needed to complete the priests’ residences.

The Lord Mayor says relocating administrative functions could disrupt businesses and livelihoods, arguing that government should instead invest in Kampala while developing other cities.

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | CNOOC Uganda Limited (CUL) has reaffirmed its commitment to environmental protection and responsible petroleum development as Uganda moves closer to First Oil. The company joined the Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU), Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC), TotalEnergies EP Uganda, EACOP Ltd, Government institutions, local leaders and host communities in … The post CNOOC Uganda reaff

The former Buyaga West MP says opposition parties must move beyond contesting the election outcome and confront organisational and strategic weaknesses that may have cost them power.

divide the party’s support. “A divided house cannot stand. We urge the people of Adjumani to be harmonious, work together, and get an acceptable candidate before the date of going to contest against other candidates who may come up,” Kinobe said. Following the closure of the NRM nomination exercise tomorrow, the aspirants will embark on […] The post NRM Electoral Commission Begins Nominations for Adjumani West By-ele

The Works and Transport Ministry is meeting operators as government tightens regulation of passenger transport following a string of deadly crashes involving buses and other public-service vehicles.

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Calcutta High Court extends interim protection for TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee in signature forgery case till November; must continue cooperating with probe.

The Kitgum district leadership has rejected a list of 11 students selected for the State House scholarship programme, demanding a fresh application and verification process amid concerns about how the beneficiaries were chosen. District leaders accused Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Jimmy Segawa Ebil of overseeing a selection process that did not involve key local government […] The post Kitgum district rejects

Trinamool MP Abhishek Banerjee moves Calcutta High Court against HDFC freezing his bank account; hearing set for Aug 19 amid planned foreign eye treatment.

During a recent meeting in Goa, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge passionately led a rendition of Vande Mataram, addressing BJP workers who protested against his convoy, alleging disrespect. In response, Kharge challenged the BJP's claims about patriotism…

Mityana: Two Men Die While Repairing Water Pump in Underground Well ChimpReports

Eight medical interns out on bail after Parliamentary Ave protest Daily Monitor

Government, IGAD consult on five-year Karamoja livestock and peacebuilding programme PML Daily

Over the last few days, we have seen media reports about Uganda Railways Corporation but not enough about the contractors behind the attempt to revamp the Railways STELLA OKETCHO | COMMENT | Consultrans’s relationship with Uganda’s railway sector did not begin with a single contract – it began with groundwork. As early as 2019, … The post Why Consultrans are the right partners to revive Uganda Railways appeared first