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Serena Williams, 44, returns to professional tennis after four years

Serena Williams is set to return to professional tennis nearly four years after stepping away from the sport at the 2022 US Open. The Women’s Tennis Association has confirmed that...

NEMA Cracks Down on Wetland Encroachers, Arrests Made in Kajjansi

The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), working with the Department of Wetlands Management, Ministry of Water and Environment and relevant Local Governments, has intensified efforts to safeguard wetlands in...

 Knowledge Gap Threatens Africa’s Public Health Progress, Nigerian Advocate Warns

As African governments continue investing in hospitals, medicines and healthcare infrastructure, a Nigerian public health advocate is warning that one of the continent's greatest health challenges remains largely overlooked:...

Veteran Singer Master Parrot Killed in Northern Bypass Accident

Veteran Ugandan musician Master Parrot has died following a tragic road accident along the Northern Bypass in Kampala. According to eyewitnesses, the singer was struck by a speeding motorcycle on...

Kizza Besigye treason trial to proceed within a week

The High court in Kampala has ordered that the treason trial of veteran opposition politician Rt Col Dr Kizza Besigye proceed within a week, despite objections from the defence...

Anisha Mugaga Retained as Sumz Snacks Ambassador

Psalms Food industries has officially renewed its ambassadorial partnership with Queen Anisha Mugaga, in a continued push to strengthen its connection with young consumers across Uganda. The signing ceremony took...

EBOLA: Five patients allowed to leave hospital in DRC

Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo are celebrating after five patients, who had Ebola and now recovered, were allowed to leave hospital. The current outbreak is suspected to...

UPDF soldiers encouraged to focus on personal development and financial growth

Female soldiers of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia have been encouraged to focus on personal development, financial discipline,...

BoU Approves Sale of Standard Chartered Uganda Wealth & Retail Unit to Absa Bank

Standard Chartered Bank Uganda and Absa Bank Uganda Limited have received regulatory approval from the Bank of Uganda for Standard Chartered Bank Uganda Limited to sale its Wealth and...

27 Women Rescued as Police Hunt Ex-Obsessions Manager Ronnie Mulindwa Over Alleged Kampala Sex Ring

Police in Kampala are searching for Ronnie Mulindwa, the former manager of music group Obsessions, after a raid uncovered what detectives say was an online prostitution and adult streaming...

Remains of Prince Paul Kafeero Exhumed in Court-Ordered DNA Probe

The remains of legendary Ugandan musician Prince Paul Kafeero were exhumed on Monday morning, June 1st. The court-ordered procedure aims to settle long-standing paternity claims involving more than 20 individuals...

Spice Diana, Sheebah Lead Castle Lite’s ‘Try It Ahhh’ Campaign Rollout

Castle Lite has officially unveiled its nationwide “Try It Ahhh” Challenge, a new consumer campaign designed to encourage Ugandans to experience the brand’s signature extra-cold refreshment and discover why...

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Uganda Sovereignty Law Faces Constitutional Challenge Over Rights Concerns

A group of 14 activists, politicians, journalists and civil society figures has petitioned the Constitutional Court of Uganda seeking to have the newly enacted...

Activists Drag Diplomats to IGG Over Alleged Foreign Citizenship

A coalition of activists has petitioned the Inspector General of Government (IGG) to investigate claims that some Ugandan diplomats and Foreign Service Officers may...

Police Arrest Additional Suspect in Rugby Player Sydney Gongodyo Killing Probe

Police have arrested another suspect in connection with the killing of professional rugby player Sydney Gongodyo, as investigations into the June 5, 2026, incident...

Parliament Approves Shs734 Billion Loan for Expansion of Solar-Powered Irrigation Systems

Parliament has approved a government request to borrow Shs734 billion to finance the expansion of solar-powered irrigation infrastructure aimed at improving agricultural productivity and...

Police Probe Robbery at Nsambya Traffic Lights

Police at Kabalagala Division are investigating a robbery that took place at the Nsambya Traffic Lights along Ggaba Road in Kampala, where two people...