Fresh Legal Battle as Besigye, Lutale Seek Court Intervention Over Military Trials of Civilians
Kampala, Uganda — A new legal challenge has been launched against the government’s decision to reinstate military courts’ jurisdiction over civilians, with opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye and constitutional...
Zimbabwe Moves to Extend Presidential Term from Five to Seven Years After Cabinet Approval
Zimbabwe's cabinet has approved draft legislation that would allow President Emmerson Mnangagwa, 83, to extend his stay in office until at least 2030.
Presidents would be chosen by MPs rather...
UIBFS Launches 2025–2026 Financial Awareness Campaign Under ‘Planned Adult’ Theme
The Uganda Institute of Banking and Financial Services (UIBFS) today officially launches the 2025–2026 Banking and Financial Services Awareness Campaign (BAFSAC) webinar series, marking the first major activation of...
Prof. Andrew Anthony Cula Found Dead at Lira Residence
LIRA, Uganda — Professor Andrew Anthony Cula, the former Vice Chancellor of All Saints University Lango (ASUL), was found dead at his residence near Chogm Gardens in Lira City...
Kabale Nurse Arrested on IGG Directive Over Patient Neglect Claims
The Inspector General of Government (IGG), Lady Justice Naluzze Aisha Batala, has ordered the arrest of an enrolled nurse at Kabale Regional Referral Hospital following allegations of negligence involving...
UCU dean of students Brutally Murdered in her Home
Pamela Tumwebaze, the Dean of Students at Uganda Christian University (UCU), Mukono, has tragically passed away. Her death occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
Tumwebaze was...
Nakawa Court Grants Bail to Arrested NUP Polling Agents
Kampala, Uganda: The Chief Magistrate’s Court in Nakawa has granted bail to a group of National Unity Platform (NUP) polling agents who were arrested during the January 15, 2026...
Government Moves to Regulate Social Media, Plans Measures to Cut Internet Costs
The government has unveiled new plans to regulate the use of social media while also working on strategies aimed at reducing the cost of internet access, in a move...
UPDF Armored Division Commander Dies in Mpigi
The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) Armoured Division Commander in Masaka, Major General Deus Sande, has passed away.
His death was confirmed by Col. Chris Magezi, the Acting Director of...
FUFA Launches Commercial Strategy to Grow Women’s Football in Uganda
The Ugandan football body (FUFA) Federation of Uganda Football Associations has announced its commitment to develop women's football in the country, urging commercial growth, infrastructure development and also invest...
Uganda Inspects Railway Routes as AFCON 2027 Preparations gear up
Uganda has stepped up preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations with an inspection of key railway transport routes, as organisers continue to position infrastructure to handle fan...
Kampala Lord Mayor Praises MK International School Busega as Hostels Reopen After Major Upgrades
Kampala, Uganda: MK International School in Busega has reopened its student hostels after a comprehensive renovation, signaling a renewed commitment to student welfare and safety.
The move comes nearly a...
