Uganda
Thu, 11 Aug 2022 04:37:14 GMTIs Co-Opting the Opposition Shrewd Politics or a Desperate Ploy?
[African Arguments] Uganda's oldest opposition party is now allied to President Museveni's NRM.
Thu, 11 Aug 2022 07:07:35 GMTRwamirama Warns of Climate Change As He Opens Jinja Agricultural Show
[Nile Post] The minister of State for Agriculture, Bright Rwamirama has said the national agricultural show provides a platform for local and foreign firms to showcase their innovations and technologies.
Wed, 10 Aug 2022 08:07:06 GMTI Want Museveni to Go Peacefully - Newly Appointed Justice Minister Mao
[Nile Post] The new minister for Justice and Constitutional Affairs Norbert Mao has reiterated that the presidential transition and constitutional reforms make up the wider aspect of his duty as he assumes office.
Wed, 10 Aug 2022 08:38:28 GMTMakerere Students Petition Mpuuga Over Suspension of Guild Elections
[Nile Post] The Leader of the Opposition in Parliament, Mathias Mpuuga, has received a petition from students of Makerere University challenging the university council's decision to suspend student politics at the institution.
Wed, 10 Aug 2022 11:15:19 GMTMinister Mao Meets Ssegirinya's Mother, Promises Fair and Speedy Trial for the Legislator
[Nile Post] Minister Mao meets Ssegirinya's mother, promises fair and speedy trial for the legislator
Wed, 10 Aug 2022 11:15:19 GMTMuslims Mourn Sheikh Ibrahim Nkangi
[Nile Post] Muslims across the country have mourned the death of Sheikh Ibrahim Nkangi, the former Kadhi of West Buganda and a senior advisor in the office of the mufti of Uganda who died on Tuesday morning.
Wed, 10 Aug 2022 11:15:17 GMTTop Finance Bank Uganda Acquired By Djibouti's Sab
[Nile Post] Credit institution, Top Finance Bank Uganda has been acquired by Salaam African Bank (SAB), a financial firm based in Djibouti.
Wed, 10 Aug 2022 09:57:24 GMTSecure Our Future By Optimizing Transport Assets and Climate Chaos
[Nile Post] Secure our Future by Optimizing Transport Assets and Climate Chaos
Wed, 10 Aug 2022 09:57:23 GMTSpeaker Among Wants Nup MP Who Returned Shs40m 'Bribe' Investigated
[Nile Post] The Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among has tasked the Parliament's committee on rules, privileges and discipline to investigate Bukoto South MP, Twaha Kagabo following allegations that he sought to return Shs40 million 'bribe' to Parliame...
Wed, 10 Aug 2022 07:47:59 GMTNup's Candidate in Bukimbiri By-Election Crosses to NRM
[Nile Post] The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) has finished its campaign in Bukimbiri Constituency by "fishing" the National Unity Platform (NUP)'s Joshua Mutabaazi and his group.
Tue, 09 Aug 2022 12:48:28 GMTNira - We Are Not Scrapping Current National IDs
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Reports circulating on social media detailing a resolution of Uganda's Cabinet on National Identity Cards (IDs) have been dismissed as untrue.
Tue, 09 Aug 2022 12:47:15 GMTUnlocking Pian UPE Wildlife Reserve
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) and conservation non-profit, Space for Giants, have entered into a co-management partnership agreement to revive and promote Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve as one of East Africa's prem...
Tue, 09 Aug 2022 10:51:59 GMTSalaam African Bank Exports to Uganda
[Shabelle] Today, we celebrate Salaam African Bank's meteoric rise as it continues its expansion in the region.
Tue, 09 Aug 2022 10:51:55 GMTSomali President Holds Talks With Museveni
[Shabelle] The president of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, Monday afternoon arrived in Uganda for a two-day official visit at the invitation of his Ugandan counterpart, Mr Museveni.
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 12:56:09 GMTBobi Wine, Besigye Among Election Observers
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Robert Kyagulanyi, alias Bobi Wine, the leader of Uganda's National Unity Platform (NUP), and Kizza Besigye of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) are in Kenya as part of Tuesday's election observation teams.
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 08:25:50 GMTBesigye, Bobi Wine Unite After Losing By-Elections
[Independent (Kampala)] Following a string of losses in recent parliamentary by-elections, the political opposition leaders Kizza Besigye and Robert Kyagulanyi aka Bobi Wine have seen it fit for all change seeking Ugandans to unite.
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 08:30:11 GMTWhat Odinga Presidency in Kenya Would Mean for Museveni
[Independent (Kampala)] The August 9 election in Kenya could have pretty defining moments for the country as it elects a fifth president. Two opinion polls released one week to the election put former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in pole position ahea...
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 13:32:49 GMTPresident Heading Uganda for Two-Day Visit
[Shabelle] MOGADISHU - Somalia's Hassan Sheikh Mohamud will be in Uganda today for a two-day State visit, in a trip seen to drum up regional support and bolster business ties as he enters the third month of his presidency.
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 12:37:33 GMTMinister Baryomunsi, Sg Todwong Campaign for NRM's Mujungu in Kasese
[Nile Post] The NRM Vice Chairman for Western region who is also the Minister of Information Dr. Chris Baryomunsi has told residents of Busongora County south in Kasese district to vote the party flag bearer, Thembo Gideon Mujungu in the coming by- e...
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 12:37:29 GMTOpposition Shouldn't Confuse You - Orone Is the Deal - NRM's Kigongo Tells Gogonyo Voters
[Nile Post] The NRM first national vice Chairperson, Alhajji Moses Kigongo, has rallied the people of Gogonyo County in Pallisa to continue supporting the NRM because it has been tried and tested and therefore cannot betray Ugandans.
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 04:50:34 GMTGovt Suspends LGBTQ Group for 'Operating Illegally'
[DW] The Ugandan government has suspended the work of the country's leading LGBTQ rights organization, accusing it of "operating illegally."
Sun, 07 Aug 2022 08:40:16 GMTDouble Gold - Kiplimo Is the New Cheptegei!
[Independent (Kampala)] Commonwealth Games
Sun, 07 Aug 2022 08:15:08 GMTKiplimo Wins Another Gold Medal for Uganda At Commonwealth Games
[Nile Post] Long distance runner, Jacob Kiplimo did it again on Saturday when he won yet another gold medal for Uganda in the 5000m race at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.
Sun, 07 Aug 2022 07:49:07 GMTCommonwealth Games - Kimeli, Krop Clinch Silver and Bronze in 5,000M As Uganda's Kiplimo Wins Again
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Nicholas Kimeli clinched silver while Jacob Krop earned bronze as Uganda's Jacob Kiplimo beat Kenyan opposition again, clinching the Commonwealth Games 5,000m title in Birmingham on Saturday night.
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 05:24:11 GMTThe Honey Business Owner Creating a Buzz in Northern Uganda
[UN News] Sam Aderubo started his company, Honey Pride, in Arua, northern Uganda, in order to make a positive impact on his community. With support from the UN, the business is taking off, providing work for hundreds of local beekeepers, many of whom...
Fri, 05 Aug 2022 08:22:30 GMTYour Sanctions On Russian Oil Hurting Uganda, Africa - Museveni Tells U.S.
[Nile Post] President Museveni has said the sanctions put on Russian oil by the US government are hurting Uganda and Africa at large.
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 05:33:10 GMTU.S. Diplomat Visits Uganda, Week After Lavrov Visit
[VOA] Kampala, Uganda -- U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, told reporters that her visit to Kampala on August 4 was to reaffirm and strengthen the U.S. relationship with Uganda, not to compete with Russia. Her trip came ...
Fri, 05 Aug 2022 09:43:55 GMTMPs, Plastic Dealers Lock Horns Over U.S.$70 Tax
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- Parliament's Committee on Finance, Planning and Economic Development has met officials from Uganda Manufacturers' Association (UMA) and Uganda Plastic Recyclers Association to negotiate a settlement over the...
Fri, 05 Aug 2022 09:43:51 GMTPM Nabbanja Assures Country On Fuel Reserves
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- The Prime Minister and Leader of Government Business, Robinah Nabbanja has said that government has the fuel reserves to run the country in case of a crisis.
Fri, 05 Aug 2022 08:18:59 GMTGovt Moves to End Isingiro's Water Crisis
[Observer] The government has moved a step closer to ending the water crisis in Isingiro district after signing a contract for the multi-billion Kagera Water infrastructure construction project.