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9 May 2026, 10:52 am
CAA, police confirm readiness for presidential swearing-in ceremony at Kololo
By Ronald Ssemagonja In preparations for the successful presidential swearing-in ceremony at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds next Tuesday, various government entities have come out to update the country on their level of preparedness for the event. It is against this background…
8 May 2026, 10:14 am
Japan gives Uganda US$6 million for refugee response efforts
By Ronald Ssemagonja The Ambassador of Japan to Uganda, Sasayama Takuya, has confirmed Japan’s continued support towards various sectors in Uganda. Speaking during a joint press conference that brought together various United Nations (UN) agencies and government representatives at the…
6 May 2026, 4:15 pm
Dispute over revenue collection disrupts operations at Lira bus park
By Winnie Auma A conflict has erupted between stage leaders and drivers at Lira Bus Park over the collection and management of revenue, raising concerns about operations at one of the city’s busiest transport hubs. The disagreement was highlighted in…
4 May 2026, 4:02 pm
Jinja to host 32nd National Agricultural Show in June
Ronald Ssemagonja The 32nd National Agricultural Show and the 5th National Agricultural Education Show will take place from 26th June to 11th July 2026 at the UNFFE showgrounds in Jinja. The event has been confirmed by relevant organisers today at…
2 May 2026, 11:15 am
Uganda marks Labour Day with focus on decent work and economic priorities
By Ronald Ssemagonja Much as the origin of the establishment of International Labour Day stems from protests by American workers in 1886 demanding an eight-hour workday, which prompted socialist parties and trade unions in 1889 to set aside 1st May,…
25 April 2026, 6:38 pm
84 percent of Ugandan households own mosquito net as UBOS releases 2024–25 mal…
By geoffrey oyet and Odong Daniel The Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) has published the Uganda Malaria Indicator Survey (2024–25), a joint effort with the Ministry of Health, unveiling vital data on malaria prevention, child health, and community awareness that…
22 April 2026, 11:25 pm
Kyegegwa district council approves over Ugx 48.9 billion 2026/2027 F/Y budget
By Kyalisima Asuman There was a setback on Tuesday 21st April 2026, at the district headquarters of Kyegegwa during council session emanating from the absence of the Chief Administrative officer Kyegegwa Swaibu Balaba, neither his representative after minutes of council…
18 April 2026, 6:48 pm
38 Lango Lower Local Governments excel in 2025 assessment despite gaps
By Baker Okello At least 38 sub-counties, town councils and divisions across the Lango sub-region have emerged as top performers in the 2025 credibility assessment of Lower Local Governments (LLGs), largely driven by improvements in technical compliance. According to the…
18 April 2026, 6:25 pm
Alebtong district eyes increased funding after strong performance ranking
By Baker Okello Alebtong District is set to benefit from higher budgetary allocations in the coming fiscal year following its strong showing in the 2025 Local Governments Performance Assessment. In an interview with Radio Wa News, the outgoing district chairperson,…
18 April 2026, 1:19 pm
Kitgum local leaders apologise over illegal charges in net distribution
By Otim Moses Two local leaders in Lagampii Village, Omiya Anyima West Sub county in Kitgum District, narrowly avoided arrest after allegedly collecting money from beneficiaries during the ongoing mosquito net distribution exercise. The LC1 Chairperson, Ogenga John, and Oyoo…