Farmers in Kitegomba village in Wakiso district are calling for urgent government support after months of extreme heat left their crops scorched and farmlands barren. Steven Katabira, a farmer in Kitegomba, said the dry spell that began in August has wiped out almost all the crops on his 50 by 100 foot plot. Speaking to…
The executive director of Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), Sharifah Buzeki, has urged residents in Lubaga Division to work with KCCA to ensure that roads and drainage channels remain clean and free of garbage and sewage. Buzeki was accompanied by Dr Sarah Zalwango, the director of public health and environment, and the Lubaga Division town…
The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has defended the government’s continued closure of Facebook, saying the platform was abused by users who violated the rights of others and ignored national communication regulations. Speaking at a joint stakeholders’ press conference on the management of the 2026 elections at the Sheraton Hotel in Kampala, Dr Abudu Sallam Waiswa,…
The chairperson of the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC), Mariam Wangadya, has accused Dr Kizza Besigye and his co accused, Obeid Lutale, of contributing to the delays in their own trial and prolonging their stay in prison. Wangadya made the remarks in an interview with Bbeg Media on the sidelines of a joint press briefing…
Health workers in more than 17 government referral hospitals in Uganda are set to receive training in coordination, strategy and capacity building through virtual technology as part of efforts to close the skills gap in the health sector. Speaking at the launch of the Supra Hub programme at the ministry of Health headquarters, William W….
Garbage collection in Kampala has improved to 63%, up from 53% in previous years, according to Sharifa Buzeki, the executive director of Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA). She said the improvement is the result of strengthened waste management efforts across the city, especially through the ongoing Weyonje sanitation challenge. Buzeki, who was accompanied by Dr…
Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga has urged politicians from the ruling National Resistance Movement in Buganda to prioritise policy proposals instead of making “empty promises” as the country heads toward the 2026 election. Addressing an NRM delegation from Buganda led by the party’s vice chairperson, Haruna Kasolo, at Bulange Gardens, Mayiga said Ugandans are tired of…
The ministry of Health has announced plans to equip all national referral hospitals with lung units as part of efforts to improve the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory diseases in Uganda. Dr Charles Olaro, the Director General of Health Services at the ministry, said the units will strengthen the country’s capacity to handle the rising…
A senior paediatric specialist has urged health workers across Uganda to detect and treat pneumonia cases early, warning that delays increase the risk of spreading respiratory infections, especially among children. Dr Victor Musiime, an associate professor and head of the department of Paediatrics and Child Health at Makerere University College of Health Sciences, made the…
Maria Nassali Masereka, the Democratic Party flagbearer for the Kyaddondo East parliamentary seat, has urged residents to embrace will-making to ease the work of the Administrator General’s office. She made the remarks during the funeral of Sam Seruwagi Matte, a former manager at Uganda Hotels and a maternal uncle to Assistant Inspector General of Police…
Medard Lubega Sseggona, the incumbent Busiro East MP, has cautioned residents against electing what he called “political jokers”. He said parliament has never been a lucrative business but a service to the country. Sseggona told Bbeg Media while he was conducting door-to-door campaigns in Mpunga, Bulenga Gogonya, St Jude Catholic parish and other places that…
Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) executive director Sharifah Buzeki has urged residents of Makindye Division to improve hygiene and sanitation to reduce the spread of diseases in one of the city’s most populated areas. Buzeki, who was accompanied by her deputy Benon Moses Kigenyi and Dr Sarah Zalwango, the director of public health and environment,…
Matia Lwanga Bwanika, a candidate for Busiro South, has urged residents to vote for him and, in his words, “save” the constituency from what he described as poor representation under the National Unity Platform (NUP). Bwanika made the remarks after visiting Emmanuel Cardinal Wamala at his residence in Nsambya. The visit was widely seen as…
Ruhanga Mukama Bisaka, the spiritual leader of the Owobushobozi faith, has praised President Museveni for what he described as the peace and stability that have enabled Ugandans to pursue social and economic development. Bisaka, whose followers dress in white and walk barefoot, made the remarks before a large crowd during the sect’s annual Kampala Region…
Otic Group chief executive officer, Nesta Paul Katende, has urged universities to adopt project-oriented curricula to unlock opportunities in artificial intelligence and prepare students for the future of work. Katende was speaking to journalists during the Annual Disability Lecture 2025, held at the ADB Building at Makerere University Business School (MUBS) under the theme “Artificial…
Buganda has pledged to strengthen efforts to improve child health and welfare across its counties through a new partnership with UNICEF. Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga announced the collaboration during the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with UNICEF at Bulange, Mengo today. “We have agreed to work with our friends from UNICEF to improve…
A total of 147 districts across Uganda will receive a package of job aids to help hospitals and health centres improve immunisation and combat the spread of deadly diseases among children and adults. Dr Alfred Driwale, the commissioner for Institutional and Health Workforce Development at the ministry of Health, announced the development during the handover…
Independent parliamentary candidate Dr Ali Moses has pledged to prioritise healthcare and improve service delivery for residents of Kyadondo East if elected to Parliament. Dr Moses made the remarks during the official launch of his campaign at Kitegomba in Nangabo, Kasangati Town Council, on Monday. “We have come to get rid of leaders who don’t…
The Acting Deputy Principal of Makerere University Business School (MUBS), Assoc Prof Rachel Mindra-Katoroogo, has urged new students to focus on academic excellence and maintain discipline during their stay at the institution. She made the remarks during the 2025 Freshers’ Bash held at the school grounds next to the main building, where first-year students pursuing…
The NRM flag bearer for Wakiso chairmanship, Ian Kyeyune, and other party leaders have criticised the opposition for what they described as the failure of government programmes in the district. Speaking to Bbeg Media on the sidelines of a Parish Development Model (PDM) verification and monitoring visit at Kiteezi Church of Uganda and Kasangati Town…
Beneficiaries of the Parish Development Model (PDM) in Wakiso district have been urged to invest the funds wisely in income-generating projects. Rehema Nagudi, an agricultural officer at Kasangati Town Council, gave the advice during a monitoring meeting for beneficiaries from Wampeewo and Bulamu parishes. The event was held at Wampeewo Primary School and Bulamu Kitawuluzi….
The Parish Development Model (PDM) is one of the government’s flagship initiatives aimed at lifting Ugandans out of poverty. During a PDM beneficiaries’ monitoring visit at Gayaza Parish Gardens and Gombaz Bar in Ndabazadde, Kabubu, Wakiso District, Bbeg Media spoke to Gladys Nattabi, the Community Development Officer at Kasangati Town Council, on the steps residents…
Beneficiaries of the Parish Development Model (PDM) in Watuba and Katadde parishes in Wakiso have appealed to the government for more funding to help lift their households out of poverty. Speaking to Bbeg Media during a PDM monitoring meeting at Kiti Grounds and Katadde Mosque, the beneficiaries expressed gratitude for the support they have so…
President Museveni, the National Resistance Movement (NRM) presidential candidate, has cleared Team Thorough to join his 2026 mobilisation campaign as part of efforts to secure victory in the forthcoming elections. Arthur Nuwagaba, the head of mobilisation in charge of Local Content at State House, made the announcement during a review meeting for Team Thorough coordinators…
The Kyadondo County football executive has accused the wealthy and business community within the county of doing little to support the team during this year’s Masaza Cup. Kyadondo was eliminated in the early stages of the Cup. Paul Mugambe, the vice-chairman of Kyadondo FC, told Bbeg Media the team had been abandoned by the business…
Buganda Kingdom, through its agricultural development agency, the Buganda Cultural and Development Foundation (BUCADEF), has signed a supplier agreement with the Dutch Seed Centre, which will be responsible for supplying products to the kingdom’s county supermarkets. Speaking to Bbeg Media from his office at Bulange, Mengo, BUCADEF Chief Executive Officer Alfred Bakyusa described the development…
Juma Kigongo, the deputy RDC for Kasangati, has announced plans to monitor the progress of the government’s Parish Development Model (PDM) initiative. Speaking to Bbeg Media at his office in Kasangati, Kigongo said they will be traversing traversing the nine parishes within Kasangati and Kyadondo East to assess the progress of PDM beneficiaries since 2020….
Politicians from different political shades yesterday joined thousands of Christians in Uganda to celebrate 100 years of Lubaga Cathedral. In the midst of an election campaign, the various politicians sought to show their allegiance to the Catholic Church in a country where nine out of ten people subscribe to a religion. President Museveni, who has…
Joan Nabatanzi, the candidate for the People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) in the Wakiso Woman MP race, has pledged to tackle the problem of land grabbing if elected in 2026. Speaking to Bbeg Media in Wakiso recently, Nabatanzi said the pervasive issue of land grabbing had affected many residents in her constituency, including herself, as…
President Museveni has called on Christians to work diligently to improve their living standards, emphasising that prayer without action is useless. Speaking at celebrations to mark 100 years of Lubaga Cathedral, Museveni urged the congregation to engage in economic activities to strengthen their faith, support the church, and contribute taxes for national development. Dressed in…
Sarah Nakitende, the deputy RDC for Nakaseke, has urged leaders at all levels to adopt the ‘Musevenomics’ theory, saying using the theory reduces wasteful public expenditure. Speaking at the opening of a ‘Musevenomics’ workshop at Nakaseke Vocational Institute in Butalangu, Nakitende commended the initiative to Bbeg Media. “I applaud the Musevenomics secretariat for creating a…
Kabaka Ronald Mutebi has praised Buganda’s clan chiefs for their pivotal role in safeguarding the kingdom’s cultural values and heritage. His remarks were delivered in a statement read by the Buganda Kingdom’s First Deputy Katikkiro, Prof Twaha Kaawaase, at Mengo during the closing of the annual Bataka workshop themed “Amaka ye mmererezo yobuntu” (Families are…
Archbishop Paul Ssemogerere has urged parents to prioritise time with their children to lay a strong foundation for the future of Buganda and Uganda. Speaking at a workshop of Buganda clan heads in Mengo, Ssemogerere, represented by Vicar General Monsignor Gerald Kalumba, said many families are on the verge of collapse because parents have not…
Ben Kumumanya, the permanent secretary in the ministry of Local Government, has urged communication officers to enhance their presence and contribution to national development through effective communication. He made these remarks while opening a meeting of Local Government Communication Officers held at the Imperial Royale Hotel, Kampala. The meeting aims to develop a roadmap and…
The just-concluded nomination process for parliamentary candidates in Wakiso saw independent candidates significantly outnumbering party flagbearers. This development has raised concerns about the state of multiparty democracy in Uganda, as many candidates opted to run independently after being denied party tickets. Tolbert Musinguzi, the Wakiso returning officer, told Bbeg Media that many political parties did…
The race for the 2026 parliamentary elections kicked off in Wakiso with little enthusiasm and vibrancy. Every nominated candidate vowed to tackle land grabbing and boost service delivery—issues close to the hearts of many in Buganda. Medard Lubega Sseggona, the incumbent MP for Busiro East, didn’t mince words. “After being nominated today, I urge my…
Ukraine has pledged to strengthen economic and political ties with African nations despite the ongoing conflict within its borders. Yurii Tokar, Ukraine’s ambassador to Kenya, told Bbeg Media at the Kampala Serena Hotel that they had redirected their foreign policy towards Africa to enhance economic cooperation between Ukraine and African countries. “If well-coordinated, both parties…
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Jeje Odongo, has reaffirmed Uganda’s commitment, as chair of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM), to champion the positions of member states in international fora to address their challenges effectively. Speaking at the conclusion of the 19th Mid-Term Ministerial Meeting of the Coordinating Bureau of the Non-Aligned Movement at Speke Resort Munyonyo,…
The Venezuelan minister for Foreign Affairs, Yván Gil Pinto, has accused the United States of attempting to exert control over Venezuela’s oil resources, asserting that such efforts will never succeed. Speaking to Bbeg Media on the sidelines of the 19th Ministerial Meeting of the Coordinating Bureau of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) at Speke Resort Munyonyo,…
Iran’s Foreign Minister, Dr Abbas Araghchi, has reaffirmed Iran’s commitment to fostering economic cooperation with member countries of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM), emphasising Iran’s substantial economic potential to drive business and mutual prosperity. Dr Araghchi was responding to remarks by President Museveni, who, during the opening of the 19th Ministerial Meeting of the Coordinating Bureau…
President Museveni has called on Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) member countries to focus on mutually beneficial interests such as trade, investment, and tourism, emphasising that these efforts will drive collective prosperity within the NAM community. Museveni made these remarks while opening the 19th Ministerial Meeting of the Coordinating Bureau of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM), held under…
The Syrian delegation, led by Saad Baroud, has assured members of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) that Syria is now a free and peaceful nation following the collapse of the Bashar-al-Assad regime. Baroud, the Syria’s director of International Organisations, told Bbeg Media on the sidelines of the NAM Summit at Speke Resort Munyonyo that the new…
The Democratic Party (DP) President General, Norbert Mao, has urged party flag bearers to adhere to the party’s principles of truth and justice to transform the constituencies they will represent in the 2026 parliamentary elections. Mao made these remarks during a press conference at the party headquarters in Balintuma, Mengo, where over 23 parliamentary candidates…
Members of the South African delegation at the Afro-Arab Youth Congress have lauded Ugandans for their exceptional hospitality, humility, and friendliness, with many expressing a desire to consider Uganda a second home. Benedict Mikateko, a South African youth leader and head of governance at the China-South Africa Youth Forum, spoke to Bbeg Media that Ugandans…
The Algerian delegation at the Afro-Arab Congress has urged African youth to promote their nations by wearing traditional clothing, stressing that this practice will strengthen cultural heritage and promote social integration across the continent. Benturki Aisha, leader of the 11-member delegation told Bbeg Media at Hotel Africana in Kampala that they were proud to be…
President Museveni yesterday welcomed back Colonel Samson Mande, a former renegade UPDF officer, commending his past contributions and emphasising the NRM’s commitment to reconciliation. Mande, once a vocal critic of the government, pledged his loyalty to the NRM and promised to contribute to Uganda’s development. Mande played a pivotal role in Uganda’s liberation struggles. In…
Visiting youth delegations from South Africa, Zambia, and Botswana, representing the Southern African Development Community (SADC), have accused the African Union (AU) of developing ineffective youth policies that hinder the growth and development of young people across the continent. Lorraine Khoza, from the South African Youth Council, which comprises various member organisations, voiced these concerns…
Salim Uhuru, the mayor of Kampala Central, has called on Ugandan youths to seize the opportunity presented by the Afro-Arab Youth Congress to attract investment and foster development in Uganda and across the African continent. ]Speaking to Bbeg Media during the opening of the Afro-Arab Youth Congress, Uhuru urged young people to recognize that there…
Betty Amongi, the minister of Gender, Labour and Social Development, has called on countries within the Afro-Arab Youth Council to involve young people in decision-making processes to promote peace, unity, and transformation. She made these remarks while addressing youth delegates from Africa and the Arab world at the Afro-Arab Youth Congress, held from 6 to…
Joan Nabatanzi, a People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) aspirant for the Wakiso Woman MP seat has accused NRM operatives of orchestrating the destruction and removal of opposition campaign posters. She described the actions as unfair and a violation of democratic principles. Speaking to BbegMedia at the PFF headquarters in Katonga, Kampala, Nabatanzi said she was…
