Uganda

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:25:44 GMT
Rukungiri Based Radio Station Suspended, Attributed to Politics
[Nile Post] Rukungiri-based radio station Boona fm on 91.8 frequency has announced their suspension of operations until further notice.

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:27:50 GMT
Naaki - Pebuu Unveils Comic Book to Simplify Financial Literacy in Uganda
[Nile Post] Pebuu Africa has unveiled Naaki: The Chronicles of a Bank Agent, a comic book designed to bring financial literacy to entrepreneurs and communities across Uganda in an engaging, relatable, and entertaining way.

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:27:16 GMT
MPs Demand Comprehensive Govt Plan for Renovation of Health Facilities
[Nile Post] Parliament has raised alarm over the dilapidated state of Uganda's health facilities, with MPs demanding a clear government strategy to address poor infrastructure, equipment shortages, and inadequate staffing across hospitals and health ...

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:26:42 GMT
NRM to Submit Presidential Nomination Signatures to Electoral Commission
[Nile Post] The ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) is set to present signatures backing its presidential bid to the Electoral Commission (EC), as part of the nomination process ahead of the 2026 general elections.

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:26:12 GMT
Ugandans Urged to Prioritise Rest for Better Health At the Sleep Code
[Nile Post] Uganda's certified sleep coach, Carolyn Busingye has called on Ugandans to take sleep seriously if they want to improve their health, productivity and overall well-being.

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:24:10 GMT
Esa Blue Economy Platform to Consolidate Ecofish Legacy
[Nile Post] The EU-funded ECOFISH Programme, which has been implemented by the Indian Ocean Commission in partnership with COMESA, EAC, IGAD, and SADC, is set to conclude on September 12, 2025.

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:23:52 GMT
Govt Boosts Greater Luweero Farmers With Agricultural Inputs
[Nile Post] LUWEERO -- The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) has delivered agricultural inputs worth millions of shillings to farmers in the Greater Luweero region as part of the Agricultural Value Chain Project.

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:22:44 GMT
Opposition MPs Push for Neutral Venue for National Prayer Breakfast
[Nile Post] Opposition Members of Parliament have called for the relocation of this year's National Prayer Breakfast from State House Entebbe to a neutral venue, arguing that the event should embody inclusivity and unity rather than political alignme...

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:22:12 GMT
Museveni Launches Aga Khan University
[Nile Post] President Museveni has officiated at the inauguration of Aga Khan University and the groundbreaking ceremony for the Aga Khan Hospital in Nakawa Division, Kampala.

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:21:38 GMT
Govt to Save Over Shs2.6tn With Energy Efficiency Bill By 2030 - Minister Okaasai
[Nile Post] KAMPALA - Uganda is positioning energy efficiency at the heart of its development strategy as government projections show that the upcoming Energy Efficiency and Conservation Bill, 2024, could save the economy more than $682 million (Shs2...

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:21:17 GMT
Expect More Independents As Parties Fail On Internal Democracy, Says Muguzi
[Nile Post] The Executive Director of the Alliance for Finance Monitoring, Henry Muguzi, has warned that Uganda is likely to witness heightened levels of political violence and unchecked campaign spending in the upcoming elections, similar to or wors...

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 06:47:05 GMT
Uganda's Kony ICC Trial - Can Justice Be Served in Absentia?
[DW] The ICC allowed a confirmation of charges hearing against Ugandan fugitive warlord Joseph Kony to proceed without him at the dock. But for a trial to occur, Kony must be arrested and brought before the court.

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 05:23:56 GMT
Child Labour Crisis Deepens in Busoga, Refugee Settlements - Report
[Nile Post] A new report by the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) has exposed alarming levels of child labour in Uganda's refugee settlements and the poverty-stricken Busoga sub-region, painting a stark picture of widespread exploitation driven by pove...

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:36:20 GMT
100 Ugandans Get Certified With International Skills Through Cnooc Ecitb Program
[Nile Post] CNOOC Uganda Limited has successfully concluded its Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) training program, reinforcing its commitment to the development of Uganda's human capital in line with its long-term talent devel...

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:24:54 GMT
South Africa's Dj Jazzworx Lights Up Don Julio Takeover At Mezo Noir
[Nile Post] Kampala's upscale lounge Mezo Noir was transformed on Wednesday night as tequila brand Don Julio hosted an exclusive takeover event.

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:20:45 GMT
Third Term - Let It Not Be Business As Usual
[Nile Post] As the third school term approaches, many parents and guardians are preparing to send their children back to school. Unlike previous terms, the upcoming third term is promotional, meaning it comes with heightened intensity.

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 12:26:32 GMT
Byanyima Eager for Free-Besigye Peaceful Walk
[Nile Post] UNAIDS Executive Director Winnie Byanyima has pledged to join a peaceful walk in solidarity with detained opposition leader Dr Kizza Besigye, whose prolonged imprisonment without bail has drawn widespread criticism and fueled accusations ...

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:18:04 GMT
Latif Ssebagala Pledges Support for Bobi Wine
[Nile Post] Kampala -- Former Kawempe North Member of Parliament Latif Ssebagala has declared that he will continue to support National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine, in the 2026 general elections, despite run...

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 09:53:06 GMT
Presidential Hopefuls Submit Signatures Ahead of 2026 Elections
[Nile Post] The race towards the presidency in the upcoming elections continues to intensify as aspirants begin submitting the required supporter signatures to the Electoral Commission (EC).

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 07:17:31 GMT
Asserting Women's Land Rights in Rural Uganda
[Spotlight Initiative] Kitgum Municipality, Uganda -- When Lucy's* husband died, she lost more than just her partner - she also lost her home and income.

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 05:23:58 GMT
Landmark Refugee Support Project Transforms Thousands of Lives in West Nile As It Ends
[Nile Post] BRAC Uganda, with support from the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation, has officially concluded its three-year Early Childhood and Graduation Project--an initiative that has transformed the lives of thousands of refugees and host community membe...

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 05:23:57 GMT
World Bank Calls for Urgent Action As Uganda Launches Climate Change Strategies
[Nile Post] The World Bank has urged Uganda to step up implementation of its climate change strategies, warning that inaction could result in devastating economic and social consequences for millions of people.

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 05:23:57 GMT
Museveni Unveils Uganda's Revolutionary All-Terrain Firefighting Vehicle Prototype
[Nile Post] President Museveni has unveiled Uganda's revolutionary all-terrain firefighting vehicle prototype, the "Muliro/Moto Eater", during a high-profile presentation at State House, Entebbe.

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 05:23:56 GMT
Nakandi Pulls Out of NUP Kampala Woman MP Race, Cites Unfair Vetting
[Nile Post] Winifred Nakandi has officially withdrawn from the race for the National Unity Platform (NUP) flag bearer for Kampala Woman Member of Parliament ahead of the 2026 General Election, citing irregularities in the party's vetting and harmonis...

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:11:30 GMT
Northern Uganda to See Major Water, Sanitation Upgrade With Shs90bn Grant
[Nile Post] The National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) has signed a Grant and Project Implementation Agreement for a transformative initiative aimed at improving water, sanitation, and urban infrastructure in Northern Uganda.

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:16:48 GMT
10000 Savings Groups Receive Loan Financing From Vision Fund
[Nile Post] Close to 10,000 Savings Groups initiated by World Vision Uganda have accessed approximately USD $2 million in financing through FAST (Finance Accelerating Savings group Transformation) loans from VisionFund Uganda over the past three year...

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:11:52 GMT
CEO Tourism Retreat - Trainers Urged to Embrace Technology for Sector Growth
[Nile Post] Uganda's ambition to achieve a 10-fold growth in its tourism sector will require well-equipped trainers who can integrate technology into the learning process, ensuring that learners adopt digital tools to improve service delivery.

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 09:49:33 GMT
Pros in Frantic Start to Uganda Open
[Independent (Kampala)] Lugazi -- Eleven golfers matched or player under par as the Johnnie Walker Uganda Golf Open got off to a flying start today at the par-71 Lugazi Hills Golf & Country Club.

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 16:59:07 GMT
Aga Khan Arrives in Uganda for Official Visit
[Nile Post] - Prince Rahim Al-Hussainy, Aga Khan V, arrived in the country on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, for a two-day official visit.

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:14:00 GMT
Operation 'Mashine Haramu' Nets Illegal Gaming Machines in Jinja
[Nile Post] Authorities in Jinja City have intensified the fight against illegal gambling operations, impounding dozens of unlicensed gaming machines in a major crackdown spearheaded by the National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB) in co...

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