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Parliament Won’t Kill My Comedy’ – Swengere Speaks Out After Jinja North Win

Comedian Husein Muyonjo, popularly known as Swengere, has dismissed claims that his election to Parliament signals the end of his career in comedy, saying he intends to remain active...

Spice Diana part ways with Manager Roger

Singer Spice Diana, real name Namukwaya Hajara Diana, has broken the silence as she confirms that she is no longer under Source Management. Spice Diana has been managed by...

Stanbic Bank Calls on Ugandans to Embrace Saving Culture for Economic Progress

As the month of January draws to a close to the end, Ugandans have been urged to prioritise saving if they are to achieve their aspirations and long-term financial...

PFF Demands Besigye’s Release Amid Concerns Over Deteriorating Health

The People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) has disputed the Uganda Prisons Service (UPS) narrative that veteran opposition leader Dr Kizza Besigye is not in a deteriorating health condition and...

Dr. Hilderman Rejects Mawokota North Results set to challenge Amelia Kyambadde’s victory in court

Incumbent Mawokota North Member of Parliament Hillary Kiyaga, popularly known as Dr. Hilderman, has announced that he will challenge Amelia Kyambadde’s victory in court, alleging widespread electoral malpractice in...

Electoral Commission Declares Fiona Nakku Female Workers’ MP

The Electoral Commission has declared Fiona Nakku as the newly elected Female Workers’ Member of Parliament for the 12th Parliament, after a fiercely contested election against NRM’s Agnes Kunihira. The...

URA Revenue Collection Falls Short, Cites 2026 Election Disruptions

The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has reported a shortfall in its revenue collections for the second half of 2025, attributing the underperformance to disruptions caused by the 2026 elections....

MPs Query KCCA Plan to Raise Cleaners’ Pay, Hire More Workers

The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has asked Parliament to approve an additional UGX 6.018 billion to support a proposed increase in the daily pay of street cleaners and...

Uganda Showcases Coffee Excellence at World of Coffee Dubai Exhibition

Uganda made a strong impression at the World of Coffee Dubai Exhibition held from January 18 to 20, as the event recorded a significant rise in attendance from 3,000...

Besigye Hospital Scare: Prisons Break Silence

The Uganda Prisons Service has dismissed reports that opposition figure Dr Kizza Besigye was rushed to the hospital in critical condition, insisting that the late-night visit was a routine...

Britam Uganda Attains Top Employer Africa 2026 Certification, Reinforcing Its People-First Leadership

Kampala, Uganda –20th January 2026: Two years in a row, one unwavering commitment to people. Britam Uganda has once again been recognized by the Top Employers Institute (TEI), earning the Top Employer...

Dr Kizza Besigye hospitalized in a critical state

The People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) has revealed that the life of party leader and veteran opposition politician Dr Kizza Besigye is in a critical, deteriorating state after he...

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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...