The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has registered 1,627,885 candidates for the 2026 Primary Leaving Examination (PLE), Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) and Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE), an increase of 211,437 candidates from last year. The increase represents 14.9% growth from the 1,416,448 candidates registered for the three national examinations in 2025. UNEB…
Dr Callist Tindimugaya, a veteran water resources specialist, has launched his memoir, The Flow of Purpose: From Streams of Childhood to Building Uganda’s Water Future, documenting his journey from childhood to a long career in Uganda’s water sector. The book was launched at Hotel Africana, bringing together government officials, professionals, friends, family members and colleagues…
Dr Joseph Sserwadda of Victory Christian Centre has criticised what he described as continued attacks on Born Again churches by government agencies, calling for dialogue instead of enforcement operations. Sserwadda said some churches in Lubaga and Bujuko had recently been demolished or affected by enforcement operations over allegations including noise pollution, building regulations and compliance…
The Uganda National Institute for Teacher Education (UNITE) will host its inaugural International Teacher Education Conference from September 30 to October 2, 2026, at Hotel Africana in Kampala. The three-day conference will bring together scholars, policymakers, teacher educators and education practitioners from Uganda, Africa and beyond to discuss ongoing reforms in the teaching profession and…
Goldstar Insurance Company has marked 30 years of operations in Uganda, with its leadership calling on the insurance industry to play a bigger role in supporting the country’s economic transformation and the 10-fold growth strategy towards 2040. The anniversary celebrations were held at Kabira Country Club in Kampala, bringing together the company’s clients, staff, business…
The Uganda Printing and Publishing Corporation (UPPC) has attained ISO 9001:2015 certification, a development the public enterprise says will strengthen its services and help it compete for business in regional and international markets. The certification, announced in Entebbe on September 14, 2026, means that UPPC’s Quality Management System has been assessed against the internationally recognised…
Hoima City has been selected to host Uganda’s third National Cleaning Day exercise on Saturday, September 26, as the government steps up preparations to improve sanitation ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament next year. Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja said Hoima was chosen because of its importance as one of the areas expected…
Lawyers have been urged to embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies while strengthening ethics, cybersecurity, and accountability to protect public trust. The call was made at the opening of the Uganda Law Society’s (ULS) 2026 Digital Transformation Festival at Commonwealth Resort, Munyonyo, Kampala, under the theme, “Digital Democracy: Advancing Access to Justice, Innovation…
The government has warned owners of dilapidated buildings and houses that they could face demolition as authorities move to enforce standards for buildings in cities and municipalities. Persis Namuganza, the Minister of State for Lands (Housing), said the government is determined to ensure that buildings meet the required standards as part of efforts to improve…
Dr Jane Ruth Aceng, the chief whip, has become the latest minister to back Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s bid to become Uganda’s president in 2031. Aceng, who is also the Lira City Woman MP and the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) coordinator for the Lango sub-region, visited the office of the PLU chairman in Kololo, Kampala,…
A section of youth under the Association for Youth Excellence for Financial Fitness and Empowerment (YEFFE Uganda) has backed a proposal by businessman Hassan Bulwadda to redevelop part of City Square in Kampala. The youth said the proposed development could create jobs, improve the appearance of the city and increase the value of one of…
Fifteen head teachers from Butaleja district have publicly endorsed Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, chairman of the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU), for the 2031 presidential election. The teachers travelled from Butaleja to Kampala to formally declare their support for Gen Muhoozi, becoming among the first groups of civil servants to publicly associate themselves with his political…
The Uganda Law Society (ULS) is stepping up efforts to promote the use of digital technology among lawyers as the legal profession increasingly moves away from paper-based systems. The move comes at a time when the Judiciary is also transitioning from manual court processes to digital systems through the Electronic Court Management Information System (ECMIS)….
Government is set to review the training curriculum of the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) to improve the quality of graduates and ensure they acquire skills that match the changing demands of the labour market. Moses Kasaki, the executive director of TVET, said the review is necessary because technology is changing rapidly and…
Former Minister Musa Ecweru and the minister for Kampala, Minsa Kabanda, are among the latest senior NRM figures to publicly endorse Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba for the presidency in 2031. The endorsements were made as supporters of the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) continued to turn up at the organisation’s offices in Kampala to sign books…
The body of the late King of Tooro, Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, is due to land at Entebbe International Airport today, more than a week after his death was announced. The plane carrying his remains is scheduled to land at 12 pm and President Museveni is expected to personally receive the body when…
Buganda has paid tribute to the late Omukama of Tooro, Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, with Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga calling on leaders and the people of Tooro to remain united as they prepare to welcome a new king. Mayiga delivered the message on Tuesday evening during a vigil for the late Omukama Oyo…
The CDF Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba intends to contest for the presidency in 2013, Daudi Kabanda, the head of Muhoozi’s office has revealed. Kabanda made the remarks during a meeting a press briefing attended by MPs and other leaders of PLU in Nakasero, Kampala. “The pronouncement has been done and it is confirmed,” Kabanda said, adding…
Several leaders and people from different walks of life have described the death of Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV as a major loss to Tooro, saying his death has left a significant gap in the kingdom. Former Ntoroko County MP Rwemulikya Ibanda said he had known the late king since he ascended the…
The Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) has asked the government to halt a payment of about Shs52 billion allegedly linked to the Presidential Advisory Committee on Exports and Industrial Development (PACEID), deepening a dispute between Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba and PACEID chief Odrek Rwabwogo. The demand was made by Kasambya County MP Daudi Kabanda, the executive…
St Mary’s College Kitende has returned home from the 2026 Federation of East Africa Secondary Schools Sports Association (FEASSA) Games with three major trophies after winning the football, basketball and volleyball titles. The 23rd edition of the regional schools competition brought together teams from Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, Burundi and the Democratic Republic of Congo, with…
The government is seeking a Shs139 billion loan from the French government to finance the construction of a regional oncology and cancer centre in Mbarara, as Uganda continues to grapple with a rising cancer burden. The decision to seek the loan was approved by cabinet on Monday, according to Justine Kasule Lumumba, the Minister for…
The Ministry of Health has launched a community sensitisation exercise on garbage and waste sorting as part of efforts to improve hygiene, promote recycling and strengthen waste management. The exercise, launched at Kisaasi-Kulambiro in Kampala, is part of the national cleaning exercise scheduled for the end of every month. Speaking at the launch, Dr Diana…
The Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU) has urged East African Community member states to remove non-tariff barriers and protectionist policies that continue to make it difficult for businesses to trade across the region. PSFU chairman Humphrey Nzeyi said inconsistent policies, differences in bank interest rates and restrictions on the movement of workers are among the…
The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) will host the second edition of the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Drill Inter-Force Competition from 22 to 25 August at the Kololo Ceremonial Independence Grounds in Kampala. The competition is expected to attract more than 1,400 participants drawn from different UPDF branches and services. The participants will include…
The People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) has reiterated its call for Justice Emmanuel Baguma to recuse himself from handling Dr Kizza Besigye’s treason case. The party made the call on Monday during a press conference at its offices in Katonga, Kampala, as it renewed its demand for the release of Besigye on medical bail. Dr…
The 18th edition of the Inter-Forces Games has been launched, with the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) set to host this year’s competition in Gulu. The annual competition brings together four security institutions: the UPDF, Uganda Police Force, Uganda Prisons Service and Uganda Wildlife Authority. The games are intended to promote cooperation among security personnel…
The ministry of Health, in partnership with the Indian Association of Uganda, has launched a month-long blood donation campaign aimed at collecting 25,000 units of blood to help address shortages in health facilities across the country. The campaign was launched at the Indian Association offices on Lumumba Avenue in Kampala, with organisers calling on members…
The National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) has reported major growth in its financial performance, infrastructure and customer base over the past 10 years, as it seeks to contribute to Uganda’s social and economic transformation. According to a report presented by NWSC managing director Dr Silver Mugisha, the corporation’s annual operating surplus before depreciation increased…
The 2026 Rotary Cancer Run has been launched with Candle Light Property Services pledging Shs20 million and a land title towards efforts to improve cancer awareness, treatment, and care in Uganda. The 15th edition of the annual run will take place on August 30 at Kololo Airstrip under the theme “Gwanga Mujje”. Participants will pay…
The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has raised concern over what it describes as increasing human rights violations and threats to the rule of law during the first half of 2026, including alleged abductions, arrests, killings and restrictions on freedom of expression. The concerns are contained in the Society’s quarterly Rule of Law Report covering January…
The government has officially gazetted the National Cleaning Day as a day for communities across Uganda to conduct general cleaning and improve sanitation in their areas. The next national cleaning exercise will be held on August 29, 2026, following the inaugural exercise conducted on July 29. The main national event will be held in Kyaliwajjala,…
First Deputy Prime Minister and minister for East African Community Affairs Rebecca Kadaga has urged MPs to use their influence to push for the enactment of legislation aimed at improving food security and nutrition in Uganda. Kadaga made the call during the official opening of an MPs’ orientation conference on food security and nutrition. She…
MPs on the Parliamentary Forum on Food and Nutrition have called on the Parliament to prioritise and pass the Food and Nutrition Bill, saying Uganda needs a strong legal framework to address hunger, malnutrition and food insecurity. The bill was first introduced in Parliament in 2009. It seeks to provide a legal framework for securing…
The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) has defended cement manufacturers following concerns raised on social media about alleged underweight cement bags. UNBS executive director, James Nkamwesiga Kasigwa, said the bureau launched investigations after a video circulating on social media claimed that some cement bags being sold on the market did not meet the required…
The Uganda Society of Architects (USA) has called on the government to strengthen investment in the housing sector and speed up implementation of budget commitments to help reduce Uganda’s estimated housing deficit of 2.4 million units. The call was made on Thursday during a post-budget dialogue on housing that brought together government officials, planners, architects,…
The Electoral Commission (EC) has set September 17, 2026 as the date for the parliamentary by-election in Adjumani West, following the death of former area MP, Gen. Moses Ali, last month. Speaking to journalists, EC chairperson Justice Simon Byabakama said the commission had already begun implementing the electoral roadmap required by law to fill the…
Students continue to perform better in English than in Mathematics, Biology and listening skills, according to the 2025 National Assessment of Progress in Education (NAPE) report released on August 5, 2026. The assessment, conducted by the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB), evaluated learners’ competencies in English, Mathematics and Biology, while also assessing listening skills. The…
The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has visited the family of Sam Mugumya, who has been missing since last year, following renewed public attention sparked by a video circulating on social media. A delegation led by ULS Vice President Asiimwe Anthony, accompanied by the Society’s Secretary, Treasurer and other council members, travelled to Rukungiri to meet…
Posta Uganda has launched a new five-year strategic plan aimed at transforming its services through digital technology, improving customer service and creating more employment opportunities. The strategy covers the period 2025/2026 to 2029/2030 and is built on three key pillars: service delivery standards, a client charter and a strategic plan. It is guided by the…
The government has appealed to the United States, Canada and the United Arab Emirates to lift travel restrictions imposed on Ugandan travellers following the country’s Ebola outbreak. Speaking at a joint press briefing, the minister of Health, Dr Chris Baryomunsi, said Uganda has already been declared Ebola-free by the World Health Organization (WHO), making the…
The Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Authority (PPDA) has urged accounting officers to fully implement the Electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) system in the 100 government entities where it has already been rolled out. The call was made during a training session for accounting officers held at the Ministry of Finance headquarters in Kampala….
The government has announced plans to introduce new laws to regulate the use of internet platforms, including TikTok, as part of efforts to curb online abuse and promote responsible use of digital technologies. Speaking at the 2026 Uganda Internet Governance Forum held at Sheraton, the Minister of ICT and National Guidance, Justine Kasule Lumumba, said…
The Electoral Commission has announced a fresh voter registration exercise and residual LC1 elections in villages where polling did not take place during the recently concluded nationwide elections. Simon Byabakama, the EC chairperson, said fresh registration of village voters will be conducted on Thursday, July 30, while the updated voters’ register will be displayed on…
The government has apologised to Ugandans for the widespread power outages experienced across the country in recent weeks, saying the interruptions are the result of ongoing electricity infrastructure upgrades. Speaking at a media briefing, the minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Dr Monica Musenero, acknowledged the inconvenience caused by the outages and appealed to the…
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) has set its sights on winning more than 90% of the LC 1 elections, urging its supporters across the country to turn out in large numbers and vote for the party’s official flag bearers. The elections will be held tomorrow, July 28. The party’s electoral commission said the party was…
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) secretary general Richard Todwong has warned newly elected Women Council chairpersons and other party leaders against supporting independent candidates in tomorrow’s LC 1 elections. Todwong issued the warning in Nwoyawhere he said the party had adopted a zero tolerance approach to indiscipline and would take action against leaders found campaigning…
Local leaders in Lubaga have appealed to candidates and voters to maintain peace during the Local Council I (LC1) elections scheduled for Tuesday, July 28, following incidents of violence reported in some parts of the country during the recently concluded Women’s Council elections. The Deputy RDC for Lubaga, Moses Ariho, appealed during a meeting with…
The government has officially launched Uganda’s first locally manufactured magnesium sulphate injection, a life-saving medicine used to prevent and treat eclampsia, a dangerous pregnancy complication caused by severe high blood pressure that is one of the leading causes of maternal deaths. The injection is being produced by Piston Medical Limited at its manufacturing plant in…
The executive director of the Africa Centre for Energy and Mineral Policy (ACEMP), Don Bwesigye Biyina, has called for stronger collaboration between governments, mining companies and local communities to ensure people living in mineral-rich areas benefit from mining projects. Bwesigye made the remarks today while opening the Sixth Great Lakes Mining and Energy Transition Mkutano…
