Uganda Tourism Board (UTB), the government body responsible for marketing Uganda, has asked for Shs 1.97 billion in the coming financial year to engage influencers, opinion leaders, and market the country on international TV stations like BBC and CNN. The request is contained in the ministerial policy statement for the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife, and…
The chairman of the Uganda Episcopal Conference, Bishop Anthony Zziwa, has urged Ugandans to use the way of the cross as a moment to confront rising levels of evil in society. Zziwa made the remarks during prayers at Old Kampala playground. He said the annual procession should not be treated as a mere ritual, but…
The State House has indicated that several slots for senior presidential advisors and presidential assistants remain unfilled. According to the ministerial policy statement for the presidency for the financial year 2026/2027, at least 27 slots are yet to be filled. For instance, 9 slots for senior presidential advisor (Investment) remain vacant. According to the report,…
The National Leadership Institute (NALI) in Kyankwanzi has missed out on additional funding in the proposed 2026/27 budget, despite strong recommendations from the Presidential Affairs committee of Parliament. The minister for the Presidency, Milly Babalanda, told journalists that several critical items under the Office of the President remain underfunded for the next financial year. Appearing…
Job Richard Matua, the assistant RCC for Arua City, is a vocal supporter of President Museveni and the NRM. For all his shouting, Matua earns Shs 817, 216 per month. This is according to the ministerial policy statement for the Office of the Presidency, which was debated this week in Parliament. At Shs 100 million…
Dr Ezra Suruma is the highest-paid senior presidential advisor in Uganda, records show. According to the ministerial policy statement for the Office of the President for 2026/27, Suruma, a senior presidential advisor on finance and economic planning, earns Shs 100 million every month. Suruma is on a full-time contract. At this rate, Suruma earns five…
Goretti Namugga, the chairperson of Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC), has called for the cancellation of a construction contract at the Uganda Cancer Institute, citing prolonged delays in delivering a planned 350-bed hospital. Namugga, who also represents Mawogola South, made the remarks while meeting officials from the institute at Parliament on Tuesday. She said the…
Uganda’s overall crime rate fell by 10% in 2025, according to the Inspector General of Police, Abas Byakagaba, who attributed the decline to the rollout of the sub-county policing model. Speaking at the release of the 2025 annual crime report at police headquarters in Naguru, Byakagaba said the force would continue implementing the model, which…
TwinBrook Schools has reaffirmed its commitment to nurture the talent of its students through sports. The remarks were made by the school’s administrative assistant and operations manager, Ismail Abusa, during the opening of a futsal football tournament at the school’s campus in Bamba, Wakiso. Abusa told Bbeg Media that the school has invested heavily in…
The Minister of State for Finance (General Duties), Henry Musasizi, has defended the proposed increase in the government’s total resource envelope, saying it is aimed at supporting key priorities for the 2026/27 financial year. Speaking to journalists at Parliament after a meeting of the NRM Caucus,Musasizi said he will present draft budget estimates next week….
The High Court has awarded the Hajj Kasule family of Wandegeya, Shs 30 million in costs in a land trespass case with businessman Haruna Sentongo. The dispute arises from alleged trespass on 0.12 hectares of land located on Block 12, Plot 101 in Mengo-Kisenyi, Kampala. The taxation application was filed by Isaac Kasule of Kasule,…
The Bbaale MP, Charles Tebandeke, has said he will prioritise improving service delivery in his constituency during his second term in parliament. Tebandeke, a member of the National Unity Platform (NUP) and shadow minister for Agriculture, told Bbeg Media at parliament that he will focus on ensuring effective use of public funds, particularly in the…
James Kakooza, one of Uganda’s representatives to the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA), has dismissed a letter by the speaker calling for a fresh election before the expiry of his term. Kakooza told journalists at Parliament that the letter was flawed and could not stand. “I call this letter erroneous because the legitimate processes for…
The Opposition Chief Whip, John Baptist Nambeshe, has called for the introduction of a two-chamber Parliament in Uganda, saying it would improve the handling of public issues and strengthen representation. Nambeshe, who represents Manjiya County in Bududa district, told Bbeg Media at Parliament that the current single-chamber system is overstretched and struggles to process the…
There was a light moment at Parliament when Kalungu West MP, Joseph Gonzaga Ssewungu, briefly took charge of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), drawing smiles and applause from fellow legislators. Ssewungu, who was recently re-elected, assumed the role of interim chairperson during a committee session after the substantive chairperson, Goretti Namugga, stepped out to attend…
Mityana North MP, Mohammed Nsegumire, has called for urgent negotiations between Iran, Israel, and the United States to end the week-long military escalation. Nsegumire made the remarks after Eid al-Fitr prayers at Wandegeya mosque in Kampala. “We call for restraint and urge the parties involved in this crisis to prioritise dialogue rather than continue with…
Speaker Anita Among has invited independent MPs who have expressed interest in working with the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) to attend a leadership retreat in Kyankwanzi. Among, who is also the NRM’s second national vice chairperson, made the announcement while addressing journalists during a meeting with some independent MPs at the party headquarters on…
A number of legislators have expressed mixed reactions to a government proposal to phase out old taxis from Kampala and other urban roads, as authorities push to improve road safety and modernise public transport. The proposal, which is under discussion by the parliamentary committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE), seeks to enforce…
Parliament has questioned the management of Mulago Specialised Women and Neonatal Hospital over payments of domestic arrears that exceeded the approved budget for the financial year ending June 30, 2025. The query stems from the Auditor General’s 2025 report, which was discussed during a committee sitting at Parliament on Wednesday. Silas Aogon, from Kumi Municipality,…
Parliamentr yesterday passed the Copyright and Neighbouring Rights (Amendment) Bill, 2025, in a move aimed at strengthening protection for musicians, artists and other creatives. Attorney General Kiryowa Kiwanuka told the House that the law responds to emerging challenges, including the growing use of artificial intelligence to generate content based on creators’ work. MP Racheal Magoola…
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has raised concern over the state of medical services at China-Uganda Friendship Hospital in Naguru, warning that the facility is operating below the standards of a regional referral hospital. Committee chairperson Goretti Namugga told Parliament that the hospital appears to function like a district facility despite its higher status. She…
MPs have raised concern over the high cost of dialysis treatment at Kiruddu Hospital, warning that it is placing a heavy financial burden on patients, the hospital, and the government. The concerns were raised by the Public Accounts Committee while reviewing the Auditor General’s report for the financial year ending 2025. According to the report,…
MPs have called for urgent government intervention to address staffing gaps and chronic underfunding at Butabika Hospital, warning that the situation is worsening the country’s growing mental health crisis. The call was made by Goretti Namugga, the chairperson of Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee, during a meeting where legislators reviewed audit queries raised by the Office…
Minsa Kabanda, the minister for Kampala, has called for unity among residents of Kampala Central, saying cooperation will help government deliver services more effectively. Kabanda made the remarks during an Iftar dinner hosted by Salim Uhuru at the Kampala Central Division headquarters in Kampala. She praised Uhuru for organising the event, saying it had brought…
The Bank of Uganda has handed over 17 patient monitors to the Ministry of Health as part of efforts to promote safe motherhood and reduce maternal and newborn deaths in hard-to-reach health facilities across the country. Speaking during the handover at the ministry headquarters in Kampala, Bank of Uganda secretary Susan Kanyemibwa said the donation…
MPs on the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) clashed with officials from the Uganda Police Force over the ownership of a disputed piece of land in Kabalagala, Makindye Division, during a heated session at Parliament. The disagreement involved Kasanda North MP Patrick Nsamba Oshabe and Kalungu West MP Gonzaga Ssewungu, who accused police officials of failing…
MPs have criticised the Auditor General, Edward Akol, accusing his office of issuing weak recommendations that fail to hold public officials accountable for misuse of public funds. The criticism was raised during a joint engagement between officials from the Office of the Auditor General and members of the Public Accounts Committee (Central Government), Public Accounts…
Government has pledged to support businesses investing in high-risk sectors by enabling them to access affordable loans through commercial banks. Dr Ramathan Ggoobi, the Permanent Secretary in thhe Ministry of Finance, made the assurance while appearing before the Public Accounts Committee (PAC). The committee, chaired by Mawogola South MP Goretti Namugga, was scrutinising issues raised…
The Ministry of Information, Communication Technology (ICT) has developed a government digital registry aimed at coordinating ICT initiatives and projects across all government ministries, departments, and agencies. Sophie Nantongo, the undersecretary at the ministry, said the registry will help improve e-government operations and accelerate Uganda’s digital transformation strategy. Nantongo made the remarks while representing the…
Boda boda cyclists operating in Kampala have been warned to comply with traffic laws or face a looming crackdown aimed at restoring order on the city’s roads. The Assistant Resident City Commissioner for Kampala, Geoffrey Sserwadda, said the operation will target riders who ignore basic safety and licensing requirements. Speaking to Bbeg Media during…
Leaders of the East African Community (EAC) are set to meet today in Arusha, Tanzania, for the 25th Ordinary Summit of EAC Heads of State where they will appoint new leadership to steer the regional bloc and advance cooperation among partner states. The summit will bring together leaders including Yoweri Museveni of Uganda, William Samoei…
Senior presidential envoy Zephania Kizza Sseninde has called for collective responsibility in improving management and service delivery in government-aided schools, saying the time for shifting blame has ended. Sseninde, a senior educationist and director at Kide Day and Boarding Primary School, made the remarks in an interview with Bbeg Media at Wandegeya in Kampala while…
Dr. Victoria Ssekitoleko, the former minister of Agriculture, has urged women entrepreneurs to build strong networks and sisterhood with female leaders in order to grow their businesses and influence policy reforms. Ssekitoleko, a renowned leadership mentor, made the call during a women in business symposium held at Gudiee Leisure Farm. The symposium, organised with support…
The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has warned traders seeking to occupy the remaining workspaces in city markets to register and comply with the ongoing allocation process before the deadline. In a public notice issued by the authority’s public and corporate affairs department, KCCA said Usafi market, Kamwokya market and Wandegeya market are the only…
Kampala Resident City Commissioner (RCC), Umaru Lule Mawiya, has urged traders operating in city markets to register for the ongoing restructuring programme, saying those who fail to do so risk missing out on government support and losing access to trading spaces. In an interview with Bbeg Media at his office in Nakasero, Mawiya said the…
The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) has urged the media to commit to balanced and accurate reporting on standards and metrology, saying misinformation is fuelling public misunderstanding and non-compliance. Speaking at the launch of the Standards and Metrology Media Initiative at the Golden Tulip Hotel in Kampala, the body’s deputy executive director, Patricia Bageine…
Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga, has urged wealthy Ugandans to invest in public health, saying greater private sector participation would help close gaps in access to specialised medical services. Mayiga made the call while officiating at the grand opening of Peoples Medical Centre in Gayaza, Wakiso. “I have liked this hospital because it is highly specialised,…
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has halted illegal developments along the Ssezibwa water catchment system in Wakiso, warning that the activities posed a threat to biodiversity and community wellbeing. In a statement posted on its official X account, NEMA said key suspects were arrested and machinery impounded after enforcement officers found ongoing works without…
The Inter-Governmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has expressed its commitment to supporting the Somalia peace process. Dr Workneh Gebeyehu, IGAD’s executive secretary, said they acknowledge the efforts by the Somali government and the Somali Future Council on the recent dialogue and encourage continued engagement in good faith to address the outstanding issues. He highlighted IGAD’s…
The treason case against Dr Kizza Besigye was adjourned to March 12 after the court directed the prosecution to complete disclosure of its evidence to the defence. Justice Emmanuel Baguma said the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) must file full disclosure by March 3 before the matter can proceed. “I have heard that the prosecution…
Dr Michael Lulume Bayigga, the MP Buikwe South, has urged the government to intensify health education and awareness campaigns on diabetes amid a growing burden of non-communicable diseases in Uganda. Lulume, who also serves as director of Kampala International Medical Centre in Kansanga, made the remarks during an interview with Bbeg Media at his facility….
Airtel Uganda has announced plans to equip 30 Muslim schools in Buganda with internet and information communication technology facilities to strengthen digital learning and bridge gaps in internet and social media use among students. The announcement was made during a breaking of the fast event organised by the Buganda Kingdom at Bulange in Mengo. Ali…
Winnie Byanyima has said she is open to negotiations if it will secure the release of her husband, Dr. Kizza Besigye. Speaking to the media at the couple’s home in Kasangati, Byanyima, the executive director of UNAIDS, said any dialogue over what she described as political questions surrounding her husband’s detention must involve a credible…
Kabaka’s subjects are set to undergo surgeries during this year’s Tubeere Balamu health camp, in a major expansion of the kingdom’s community health outreach programme. Edward Ndagala, the chief executive officer of the Kabaka Foundation, urged people in Buganda to turn up in large numbers, saying the camp has moved beyond screening to include surgical…
Uganda has announced the commencement of a visa waiver agreement with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), paving the way for visa free travel for specified passport holders between the two countries. In a statement issued by the ministry of Internal Affairs through the Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control, government confirmed that the bilateral agreement,…
Parents and teachers at Kasawo Secondary School in Mukono have accused the headteacher, Saleh Yiga Mukasa, of abuse of office following the dismissal of several teachers. Bumali Nadduli, the chairperson of the Parents Teachers Association, told Bbeg Media in a telephone interview that the headteacher acted outside the provisions of the Education Act when he…
Uganda has formally joined South Sudan, Ethiopia and Djibouti in establishing the Djibouti–South Sudan–Ethiopia–Uganda corridor, known as DESSU, marking a significant step towards strengthening cross-border trade. The agreement, signed at the Djibouti Palace Kempinski in Djibouti, formally creates the DESSU Corridor Authority. The body will coordinate infrastructure development, logistics systems, trade facilitation and regulatory harmonisation…
The former state minister for Foreign Affairs, Asuman Kiyingi, has backed Ghana’s plan to table a United Nations resolution seeking to declare the transatlantic slave trade a crime against humanity. Kiyingi, a former MP for Bugabula South in Kamuli, told Bbeg Media in a phone interview from Jinja that the resolution is long overdue. “I…
The Electoral Commission (EC) has said it is still engaging the government on the organisation of Local Council elections, despite recent assurances from government officials that the country is ready to go to the polls. Paul Bukenya, the EC deputy spokesperson, said the commission has not yet finalised the necessary modalities to conduct the elections….
Kampala Lord Mayor, Erias Lukwago, has petitioned the Constitutional court challenging the legality of the General Court Martial as established under the UPDF Act, 2025. Lukwago, who addressed journalists at the Judiciary headquarters, said he had received instructions from Dr Kizza Besigye and Obeid Lutale, who are currently on remand at Luzira prison, to seek…
