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Defence ministers from countries contributing troops to the African Union mission in Somalia have endorsed military chiefs' recommendations on the mission's future, with calls for sustainable funding and logistics before United Nations support ends in December.

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called for the strengthening of the East African Common Market, warning that protectionist trade policies and high tariffs among regional partners undermine economic integration and deny citizens the benefits of a larger regional market. The President made the remarks on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at State House, Entebbe, while receiving […] The post Museveni Receives New Envoys, P

The ruling party says it secured more than 51,000 village chairperson positions in the July 28 LC1 elections, as it prepares to elect its flag bearers for LC2 chairperson and parish Women Council committees.

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The Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development says Uganda should embrace global construction technologies while adapting them to local conditions as it seeks sustainable solutions to the country's growing housing and infrastructure needs.

The Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development says Uganda should embrace global construction technologies while adapting them to local conditions as it seeks sustainable solutions to the country's growing housing and infrastructure needs.

The Parliamentary Appointments Committee has vetted the newly appointed Minister of State for Internal Affairs, Juma Witonze Kisekka, marking a key step in the approval process following his recent nomination. The committee, chaired by Speaker Jacob Marksons Oboth, conducted the vetting on today morning. It was attended by Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa alongside other Members […] The post Parliament Vets New State Mi

Opposition leaders under the People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) have demanded answers from government, the judiciary and Uganda Prisons Service over the reported collapse of opposition politician Dr. Kizza Besigye during court proceedings, questioning the circumstances surrounding the incident and his subsequent medical transfer.

Opposition leaders under the People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) have demanded answers from government, the judiciary and Uganda Prisons Service over the reported collapse of opposition politician Dr. Kizza Besigye during court proceedings, questioning the circumstances surrounding the incident and his subsequent medical transfer.

Makerere University today hosted the AI-Enhanced Platform for Opportunity Development (AI-POD) interim report showcase, bringing together government officials, academia, industry partners, and students to review the progress of the Uganda–Japan AI-POD Internship Project and explore its potential to position Uganda as a global hub for AI-enabled digital talent. The event showcased the progress made by […] The post Mak

Newly appointed State Minister for Internal Affairs Juma Witonze is expected to appear before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Thursday as lawmakers assess his suitability for the post following the rejection of his predecessor.

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called for the strengthening of the East African Common Market, warning that protectionist trade policies and high tariffs among regional partners undermine economic integration and deny citizens the benefits of a larger regional market. The President made the remarks on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at State House, Entebbe, while receiving […] The post President Museveni Welcomes fou

Transport officials have barred three passenger buses from operating and ordered another off the road for inspection as the government intensifies enforcement against unsafe public transport following a series of deadly crashes.

Dr Olara Otunnu was one of the young men reportedly being groomed, on merit, to succeed Obote as president. The others were Dr David Anyoti, Dr Luiliza Kirunda, Patrick Mwonda, Dr Albert Picho Owiny, Wilson Okwenje, Peter Otai and Chris Rwakasisi. But Olara Otunnu decided to back his fellow Acholi, General Tito Okello Lutwa, and Brigadier Basilio Olara-Okello against Obote. They appointed him foreign minister.

On July 30, 2005, Sudan's First Vice President John Garang departed Uganda after a private meeting with President Museveni. Hours later, the helicopter carrying the architect of the Sudan peace deal disappeared over the Imatong Mountains, ending the life of one of Africa's most influential liberation leaders.

State House has announced plans to establish a second Presidential Industrial Skilling Hub in the West Nile sub-region while warning district leaders against frustrating the implementation of the programme. Officials say leaders who fail to support the initiative risk being held accountable as government intensifies efforts to equip vulnerable youth with vocational skills, promote entrepreneurship and create sustaina

Mayuge, Uganda | NEWS CORRESPONDENT | Community leaders, parents, government officials, and members of the fishing community in Mayuge District have committed to strengthening efforts to prevent drowning. The commitments were made during a community dialogue held in Bwondha Sub-county as part of Reach A Hand Africa’s commemoration of World Drowning Prevention Day observed … The post Community leaders commit to champi

Health Minister Dr. Chris Baryomunsi has shared the remarkable story of his journey from a rural village in western Uganda to the Cabinet, revealing how he once dropped out of school, sold waragi, nearly became a Catholic priest, and eventually pursued medicine before rising to national leadership.

Kampala, Uganda | URN | The minister of energy has apologized to electricity consumers for weeks of widespread electricity outages across Kampala and other parts of the country. Addressing journalists at the Uganda Media Centre on Wednesday, Dr Monica Musenero Masanza partly blamed the crisis on the failure to adequately communicate to consumers about the impending … The post Musenero explains power blackouts appeare

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