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UEDCL terminates contracts of seven senior Managers

The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Ltd (Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Ltd) interim management has terminated the contracts of seven senior managers who had earlier been placed on forced leave,...

Government, Farmers partner to boost Uganda’s Avocado Industry

Government officials, farmers, exporters and processors have agreed to work together to tackle challenges holding back Uganda's avocado industry as the country seeks a larger share of the fast-growing...

Gov’t secures Shs 650Bn to transform Arua Airport to international-standard facility

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved €155.99 million (about Shs650 billion) to upgrade Arua Airport into an international-standard facility, a move expected to boost trade, tourism and transport...

Paddy Kisembo declared Winner of Kikuube District Local Council V (LCV) Chairperson by-election

Paddy Kisembo of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) has been declared the winner of the Kikuube District Local Council V (LCV) Chairperson by-election held on Thursday. According to the official...

Over 8,600 Kyambogo students affected by sexual violence

A study by a Makerere University researcher has raised concern over the high prevalence of sexual violence among students in Ugandan universities, with Kyambogo University identified as one of...

Muhoozi calls for removal of Joel Ssenyonyi as Leader of the Opposition

Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has intensified his confrontation with opposition leaders by calling for Joel Ssenyonyi’s removal as Leader of the Opposition and directing PLU to explore ways of achieving...

Gen. Muhoozi sends strong message to Ssemujju Nganda and Joel Ssenyonyi

Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has renewed pressure on opposition leaders by warning that Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda and Joel Ssenyonyi could be arrested after the detention of Erias Lukwago. Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba...

Rogers Okello bridging the gap between Business and Entertainment

Born in Kanungu on January 24, 1990, Rogers' story is rooted in humble beginnings. Raised in a financially challenged household, he developed a strong work ethic from an early age. His fortunes...

Sebutinde’s Bugolobi Apartment Works Remain Suspended Per Court Order

The High Court has dealt another setback to International Court of Justice (ICJ) Judge Julia Sebutinde and her co-defendants by extending an earlier order halting construction of the controversial...

Uganda Martyrs Kayunga suspends teacher on charges of sending nude video to students

The teacher at Uganda Martyrs Secondary School, Kayunga, who was recently at the centre of circulating explicit videos, has been suspended by the school board pending further investigations. According to...

Lugoloobi Blames NUP Leaders for Shs266Bn Development Loss in Kalangala district

Bujumba County MP Willy Lugoloobi has accused leaders elected on the National Unity Platform (NUP) ticket in Kalangala District of failing to follow through on key government and donor-funded...

UPC National Council Endorses Akena as Party President

The Uganda People’s Congress (UPC) has moved to stamp out what it describes as growing attempts to undermine the party’s leadership, with its National Council firmly reaffirming Hon. Jimmy...

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Naabasumba Rahma Crowned Miss Tourism Buganda at Bulange Mengo

It was a vibrant and colourful evening at Bulange Mengo in Kampala as the Buganda region selected its representatives for the Miss Tourism Uganda...

NAM Angels EST: The Ugandan Label Building a New Home for Emerging Music Talent  

In Uganda’s fast-changing music industry, where new artists emerge almost every day, one of the biggest challenges has always been finding the right support...

Uganda Nominates Olara Otunnu for United Nations Secretary-General

KAMPALA, Uganda — July 26, 2026 — The Government of Uganda has officially nominated veteran diplomat and former Foreign Affairs Minister Ambassador Olara Otunnu...

Grace Mutoni Leads Metro Queens to Miss Tourism Uganda Finale Beauty

Queen Grace Karen Mutoni has been crowned Miss Tourism Metro 2026/2027 after emerging the winner among contestants who competed for the regional title. Mutoni...

Uganda Named EAC Regional Hub for Virology Research

KAMPALA — Uganda has strengthened its position as a regional leader in infectious disease surveillance after the Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI) was designated...