Govt Seeks Parliament Approval to Write Off Shs2.3bn Kilembe Mines Debt
The Ministry of Finance wants Parliament to approve the cancellation of Shs2.297 billion in mineral rent arrears owed by Kilembe Mines Limited, with the move coming as government seeks to revive the long-dormant copper mine.
Nile Post · 13 Aug 2026Conditions on US aircraft carrier at sea for more than 250 days raise alarms
Military news outlets reported that some USS Abraham Lincoln sailors have attempted to jump overboard, and families have raised concerns about mental health onboard the ship.
Nile Post · 13 Aug 2026Farmers urged to improve product quality to tap into global markets
Government has urged Ugandan farmers and livestock keepers to increase production and improve the quality of their products to meet international standards and take advantage of growing opportunities in global markets.
Nile Post · 13 Aug 2026Government injects Shs63b as UDB posts 27% asset growth for 2025 - PML Daily
Government injects Shs63b as UDB posts 27% asset growth for 2025 PML Daily
PML Daily · 13 Aug 2026Fisheries minister orders seizure of 402 illegal fishing nets in Jinja warehouse - monitor.co.ug
Fisheries minister orders seizure of 402 illegal fishing nets in Jinja warehouse monitor.co.ug
Daily Monitor · 13 Aug 2026Dokolo Receives 40,000kg of Hybrid Maize Seed in Government Push to Boost Production
Dokolo, Uganda | Dokolo District Local Government has received 40,000 kilograms of hybrid maize seed from Equator Seeds Limited under the Government’s Operation Wealth Creation (OWC) programme, in an intervention…
Dokolo Post · 13 Aug 2026CHIMP SPORT: Baby Cricket Cranes Survive Sierra Leone Scare - chimpreports.com
CHIMP SPORT: Baby Cricket Cranes Survive Sierra Leone Scare chimpreports.com
ChimpReports · 13 Aug 2026KYOMYA JAMES: Why General Muhoozi Kainerugaba Is a Blessing to Uganda in the Fight Against Corruption
Why General Muhoozi Kainerugaba Is a Blessing to Uganda in the Fight Against Corruption General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), is increasingly emerging as a blessing to Uganda at a time when the country needs stronger patriotism, greater unity, and a renewed commitment to fighting corruption. His leadership and public engagements have […] The post KYOMYA JAMES: Why General Muhoozi Kainerugaba
Watchdog Uganda · 13 Aug 2026350 Students Enrol for Free Vocational Training at Subway Centre Under President Museveni’s Skilling Initiative
A total of 350 students have today enrolled for a six-month free vocational skills training programme at the Subway Skilling Centre in Kampala under the Presidential Initiative on Skilling the Girl and Boy Child (PISGBC). The students, who make up the centre’s eighth cohort, will receive training in four vocational areas: bakery, weaving, knitting and […] The post 350 Students Enrol for Free Vocational Training at Su
Watchdog Uganda · 13 Aug 2026Minister Engola urges refugees to return home as aid dwindles - Daily Monitor
Minister Engola urges refugees to return home as aid dwindles Daily Monitor
Daily Monitor · 13 Aug 2026BLOG: 3 PM in Uganda: Minister Balaam’s Directive That Changed Everything - ChimpReports
BLOG: 3 PM in Uganda: Minister Balaam’s Directive That Changed Everything ChimpReports
ChimpReports · 13 Aug 2026Refugees, lost trade and security costs: how conflict in one African country drives up debt for its neighbours
African governments need to strengthen regional cooperation on peace and security because regional stability is essential for sustainable debt.
The Conversation Africa · 13 Aug 2026Inventory will help protect government land, says Minister Nabakooba
Nile Post · 13 Aug 2026Zambians voting as president bids for second term
Nile Post · 13 Aug 2026Musasizi demands jobs, production from Uganda’s investments
Finance Minister Henry Musasizi has challenged the Uganda Investment Authority to ensure investments attracted into the country generate jobs, boost production and expand economic opportunities for Ugandans.
Nile Post · 13 Aug 2026Luweero: Maize Traders Camp at PRO Industries Over Unpaid Dues - ChimpReports
Luweero: Maize Traders Camp at PRO Industries Over Unpaid Dues ChimpReports
ChimpReports · 13 Aug 2026Parliament hails outgoing Swedish ambassador Håkansson
Parliament has commended outgoing Swedish Ambassador to Uganda Maria Håkansson for strengthening bilateral ties and supporting Uganda’s health, education and democratic institutions.
Nile Post · 13 Aug 2026Works Ministry Orders Inspection of All Sino Trucks, Other Heavy Dump Trucks - ChimpReports
Works Ministry Orders Inspection of All Sino Trucks, Other Heavy Dump Trucks ChimpReports
ChimpReports · 13 Aug 2026Bahati urges coffee farmers to prioritise quality, production
Trade Minister David Bahati has challenged coffee farmers to raise production and maintain quality as Uganda seeks to increase export earnings through processing and wider markets.
Nile Post · 13 Aug 2026Defeated NRM village chairpersons refuse to hand over leadership in Mayuge
Several NRM village chairpersons defeated in the July 28 council elections in Mayuge have rejected the results and vowed to retain office until their complaints over alleged electoral irregularities are resolved.
Nile Post · 13 Aug 2026Namuganza faults Finance Ministry over new taxes on construction materials
State Minister for Housing Persis Namuganza has warned that new taxes on construction materials will raise building costs and further undermine efforts to provide affordable housing in Uganda.
Nile Post · 13 Aug 2026Yvonne Mpambara: Former presidential candidate condemns CJ Zeija’s remarks on injunctions against govt projects
Nile Post · 13 Aug 2026Costly gamble: Why Uganda should not send UPDF to Gaza
Uganda’s decision to commit the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) to a proposed international force in Gaza—and Parliament’s hurried approval of that deployment—represents a grave miscalculation in foreign policy and a troubling failure of parliamentary oversight. No reasonable Ugandan should object to helping protect civilians, facilitate humanitarian access, or contribute to genuine international efforts to […]
The Observer · 13 Aug 2026Temangalo ghost returns: Parliament summons businessman Nzeyi over NSSF land - Daily Monitor
Temangalo ghost returns: Parliament summons businessman Nzeyi over NSSF land Daily Monitor
Daily Monitor · 13 Aug 2026