Uganda Prisons: 93 on Death Row, Executions Halted Since 1999
The Uganda Prisons Service has confirmed that the country currently has 93 inmates on death row, while reiterating that no executions have been carried out since 1999.
Speaking on the...
Uganda Law Society Rejects ‘Mob Trial’ for Gongodyo Suspects
The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has rejected calls for a public mob trial of suspects arrested in connection with the killing of Uganda Cranes rugby player Sydney Gongodyo, insisting that...
Gov’t set to introduce digital tracking system for Ugandans traveling abroad for work
Government plans to introduce a digital tracking system for Ugandans who travel abroad for work under the labour externalisation programme.
State Minister for Labour, Employment and Industrial Relations, Hon. Simon...
Mexico secure their first World Cup victory with a 2-0 win over South Africa
Sixteen years after South Africa opened the 2010 World Cup against Mexico in a 1-1 draw at Soccer City, the two sides met again in another tournament opener, this...
Bebe Cool unveils much-anticipated ‘NO RISK’ EP
Ugandan music icon Bebe Cool, widely known as the King of the Uganda Music Industry, has released his highly anticipated new EP, NO RISK, out now on all streaming...
Amuria District Woman MP Etilu released after one month in detention
Amuria District Woman MP Maggie Etilu has announced her release after nearly three weeks of what she described as “unlawful detention”, ending days of speculation and concern over her...
Sports budget maintained at Shs460.78 Billion in FY 2026/27
Uganda’s sports budget has been placed at Shs460.78 billion for the 2026/27 financial year, with the government putting fresh money into preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
The...
Government has allocated Shs2.26 Trillion to Agro-Industrialisation
Government has allocated Shs2.26 trillion to agro-industrialisation in the 2026/27 Budget, with spending directed to research, irrigation, extension services, inputs, post-harvest handling, agro-processing, certification and market access.
Finance Minister Henry...
Government Allocates Shs2.07 Trillion to Boost Energy Sector in 2026/27
Government has allocated Shs2.07 trillion to energy development in the 2026/27 financial year, with focus on power generation, transmission, rural electrification and industrial power connections.
According to the Budget Speech,...
Uganda Tourism Pageant, EgyptAir Forge New Cooperation Deal
Miss Tourism Uganda has signed a strategic partnership with EgyptAir in a move aimed at boosting tourism promotion and strengthening cultural ties between Uganda and Egypt.
The agreement, which officials...
Allan Okello wins club’s NIC Insurance Player award
Uganda Cranes midfielder Allan Okello has continued his remarkable form at Tanzanian giants Young Africans after being recognised for his outstanding performances during the month of May.
The attacking midfielder...
FUFA Extends Ban on Mutyaba, Miiro, Kalyowa, Mbazira Over Match-Fixing Probe
The Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) Ethics and Disciplinary Committee has extended the provisional suspension of four football personalities by an additional 45 days as investigations into alleged...
