Uganda will host the Africa Amnesty Month from October 2 to 3rd at the Speke Resort Munyonyo, aimed at encouraging citizens across the continent to surrender illegally acquired firearms. The annual event, initiated by the African Union (AU), seeks to enhance public safety by reducing the circulation of illicit weapons and promoting peace and security….
Julius Mucunguzi, spokesperson for the Electoral Commission (EC), has urged presidential aspirants to strictly follow nomination guidelines as they prepare for the two-day nomination exercise starting tomorrow *September 23) at the commission’s new headquarters in Lweza. Speaking at a media briefing ahead of the presidential nominations, Mucunguzi said they expect presidential aspirants to comply with…
Kampala Club, a leisure place patronised by the powerful and the connected, will not have to pay Shs 166 million that the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) had assessed as VAT on the membership fees, the High Court has ruled. The decision, delivered by Justice Susan Odongo overturns an earlier ruling by the Tax Appeals Tribunal…
The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has released the official timetables for the 2025 national examinations, encompassing the Primary Leaving Examination (PLE), Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE), and Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE). The examination period will commence with the UCE on October 13, 2025, followed by the PLE on November 3 2025, and…
As Uganda prepares to commemorate the International Week of Deaf People and the International Day of Sign Language, from 22nd to 26th September, the Minister of state for PWDs, for Hellen Asamo, has called on the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) to make football more inclusive. She believes this initiative will help promote the…
The Stanbic Business Incubator Limited (SBIL) and the German development agency GIZ have partnered to launch a transformative four-month capacity-building programme aimed at empowering women entrepreneurs in Uganda’s green economy. The initiative, named the Green Businesses and Jobs for the Green Transformation Project, welcomed its first cohort of 45 women-led businesses, all focused on sustainable…
Paul Mawanda Kyabaggu, the founder of Bukoola Chemical Industries, one of Uganda’s top agro-chemical companies, has died. He was said to be in his late 80s. Close family members say he had been ill for some time with high blood pressure, which led to his death earlier this week. His passing marks the end of…
The National Unity Platform (NUP) yesterday vetted prominent party members from Bugisu and Greater Mubende regions, including parliamentary party whip John Baptist Nambeshe and Joyce Bagala for Mityana district Woman MP. The vetting process took place at NUP’s Kavule headquarters in Kampala, as the party prepares for the 2026 elections. Bbeg Media spoke with several…
The High Court has ordered the eviction of two school owners from a property in Kisugu, Kampala, after they defaulted on a bank loan. The decision, made by Justice Susan Odongo grants Cairo Bank Uganda possession of the land, which was used as security for the debt. The case stems from a loan agreement in…
President Museveni has commended members of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) in the Buganda region who, despite losing in the recent party primaries, have pledged to support the elected flag bearers. Addressing them at State House Entebbe, the president praised this decision as a sign of political maturity and commitment to party unity ahead of…
Alex Wakamala, one of nine people accused of defaming Pastor Robert Kayanja, this week struggled to explain in court whether ot not he knew three of his co-accused: Agrey Kanene, Israel Wasswa, and Jamie Mwondha. The group is charged at the Mwanga II Magistrate’s Court in Mengo, with spreading false stories and inappropriate comments to…
Moses Magogo, the president of the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA), has called on the sports media to support new reforms for the Uganda Premier League, stating that these changes will enhance the promotion of football in the country. Magogo, accompanied by Nakiwala Kiyingi, the FUFA Head of Competitions and executive secretary, and Alsayed…
Former TV presenter, Joan Lule, has said the incumbent Mpigi Woman MP, Teddy Nambooze, has done little to address the challenges of the people in the district. Lule, who is seeking the National Unity Platform (NUP) ticket to represent Mpigi in the next parliament, told Bbeg Media she will do a much better job if…
The High Court has significantly raised the fees awarded to a Kampala-based law firm for defending a Libyan investment company in a prolonged dispute over debt recovery commissions. The decision by Justice Bonny Isaac Teko, originates from a 2011 civil suit where Southern Investments Limited sued the Libyan Arab Foreign Investment Company (LAFICO) for $9.5…
Matia Lwanga Bwanika, the Wakiso district chairman, has called on senior government officials to improve their oversight of government projects and ensure accountability, particularly in Wakiso, where they undertake their duties. This directive was issued during a meeting organised to review the progress of work in the district, attended by senior government officials led by…
Centenary Bank has issued a statement respoding to a news report by Bbeg Media over the Shs 310 million that reportedly vanished from the account of their deceased employee, Resty Mutima. In the statement, the bank said it is aware of the claims regarding funds that vanished from the estate account arguing that they were…
President Museveni yesterday presented awards to a group of distinguished Ugandan elders at the National Mentorship Day Awards ceremony held at State House, Entebbe. The event celebrated individuals who have significantly contributed to Uganda’s socio-economic progress, including industrialists, farmers, activists, educators, religious leaders, and lawyers. Among the honourees were Miria Matembe and Prof. Frederick Ssempebwa,…
The Electoral Commission (EC) has today officially opened its new permanent headquarters in Lweza, Lubowa, off Entebbe Road, where presidential nominations will take place on Tuesday next week. The site, developed by the National Housing and Construction Company (NHCC), has completed its first phase, enabling the EC to host the forthcoming nominations. Construction will resume…
Robert Kyagulanyi, the president of the National Unity Platform (NUP), yesterday said Norbert Mao, the minister of Justice and DP president, had betrayed the struggle for democracy and good governance. Addressing supporters ahead of his presidential nomination by the Electoral Commission on September 23, Kyagulanyi aka Bobi Wine expressed dismay at Mao’s recent remarks dismissing…
As a young lawyer striving to establish himself in the city, Joseph Balikuddembe Mutebi’s life was thrown into disarray when his father, Patrick Musisi, passed away in 2005. Musisi was no ordinary figure. He was the MP for Busiro South and a staunch supporter of the Democratic Party (DP). His legacy needed to be upheld….
The 7th edition of the City Tyre East Africa Badminton Challenge was officially launched in Kampala yesterday. The event is scheduled to take place from October 16 to 19, 2025, at the Lugogo Indoor Stadium. Organised by the Uganda Badminton Association, the tournament is set to attract top talent from across the region, including teams…
Clerics and Muslim faithful opposed to Shaban Ramathan Mubajje’s tenure as the Mufti of Uganda have given evidence in the Court of Appeal, challenging a High Court decision that dismissed their petition. In their testimony, they argued that the ruling by High Court Judge Bernard Namanya was flawed, as it suggested the dispute could be…
The High Court has granted Centenary Bank 14 days to to defend itself in a lawsuit accusing it of fraudulently withdrawing over Shs 310 million from the estate account of a deceased employee. The case stems from the death of Resty Mutima, a former bank employee. Her father, Gabriel Musisi, who was appointed administrator of…
Several politicians vying for the National Unity Platform (NUP) flag at the parliamentary level have expressed confidence that the party will emerge victorious in the 2026 elections. Speaking to Bbeg Media during the party’s vetting exercise at Kavule yesterday, the aspirants said they were committed to bringing change in their constituencies and the country. Some…
Ronald Balimwezo Nsubuga, the National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate for the Kampala Lord Mayor seat, has urged Kampala residents to avoid voting for ineffective legislators in the 2026 elections, warning that such choices could hinder efforts to lobby for service delivery programmes and effective budgeting. Balimwezo, the outgoing Nakawa East MP, shared these remarks in…
The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) has reported adding more than 640,000 new connections to the national grid in the six months since it assumed control from private operator Umeme in April 2025. UEDCL’s managing director, Paul Mwesigwa, revealed that the number of connections has risen from 1,782,085 to 2,430,489, marking an increase of…
President Museveni has endorsed a new cattle compensation plan for the Teso sub-region. The plan, outlined in a report by a committee led by Vice President Jessica Alupo, proposes providing five cows per household or their cash equivalent to around 489,000 households across Teso’s 12 districts. The president praised the report as realistic and inclusive,…
If you came of age in the early 2000s in Uganda, one tabloid stood out like the fiery chilli it claimed to be: The Red Pepper. If you wanted the juiciest scoops on celebrities, politicians, and everyday personalities, Red Pepper was your go-to source. It had been christened Kamulali in the local dialect, a direct translation…
Jude Mbabaali, the National Unity Platform (NUP) parliamentary aspirant for Kimanya-Kabonera in Masaka City, has issued a stern warning to Dr Abed Bwanika, the Democratic Front’s treasurer and his political rival, over his persistent verbal attacks on NUP leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu. Mbabaali, a former Masaka district chairman, made these remarks during a recent interview…
The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) has confirmed that more than 10 million Ugandans have renewed their national identity cards since the mass renewal and registration exercise commenced in May 2025. The nationwide initiative aims to register or renew IDs for approximately 33 million citizens. The exercise targets 15.8 million individuals whose national IDs…
They sat metres from each other and hardly exchanged any glances. They even did not shake hands. The race for the National Unity Platform (NUP) party ticket for the Kampala Woman MP seat in the 2026 elections is heating up. As the party vetted the aspirants for the position, Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) Speaker,…
Members of Parliament have urged the government to negotiate stronger bilateral agreements on labour externalisation following a recent BBC documentary highlighting the plight of Ugandan girls subjected to sex slavery in the United Arab Emirates UAE). The documentary, titled Death in Dubai, revealed the tragic deaths of two Ugandan girls who suffered perverse sexual assaults…
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has denied claims that it approved businessman Hamis Kiggundu’s ambitious plan to upgrade the Nakivubo drainage channel in Kampala. NEMA’s executive director, Barirega Akankwasa, told MPs on Defence and Internal Affairs Committee in Parliament that there were still environmental and social impact studies to be done before the project…
The High Court has temporarily halted the enforcement of over Shs 1.2 billion in costs awarded to court bailiffs in a protracted property dispute between DFCU Bank Limited and Meera Investments Limited. The ruling by Justice Olive Kazaarwe Mukwaya grants interim relief to DFCU Bank pending the resolution of broader appeals. The case originates from…
The Uganda Revenue Authority’s (URA) announced a blanket amnesty for taxpayers with arrears a move that some say signals a strategic shift toward fostering voluntary compliance and easing financial burdens on businesses still recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic. The URA’s move comes as Uganda grapples with uneven revenue collection. According to official figures, domestic tax…
The National Unity Platform (NUP) this week launched its vetting process for parliamentary candidates amid anxiety and uncertainity from the hundreds of candidates whose political life depends on winning the party flag. The exercise drew aspirants from Busiro East, Busiro South, Busiro North, Kyadondo East, Makindye Sabagabo, and the Woman MP position for Wakiso District….
The People’s Front for Freedom (PFF) announced today that it will not put forward its own candidate for the 2026 presidential elections. The decision comes as the country grapples with increasing political tensions. At a press briefing today, the PFF explained that this choice is part of a bigger effort to create a single, powerful…
In a shocking decision, Justice Paul Nshimye, a High Court judge based in Mbarara, has allowed a male refugee accused of aggravated defilement to walk free on bail while awaiting trial. The ruling, made on September 12, 2025, has raised eyebrows because aggravated defilement – the crime the man is charged with – is one…
Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga yesterday urged the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to tap into Buganda’s vast investment opportunities. Mayiga tabled the proposal in a meeting with Mohammed Khalifa Al Mubarak, the chairman of the department of Culture and Tourism in Abu Dhabi, UAE. According to a press release, the meeting explored various aspects of Buganda’s…
In a significant move aimed at bolstering the integrity of the upcoming elections, the Electoral Commission (EC) has released official symbols for 27 registered political parties and a set of 20 symbols available for independent candidates. This development, mandated under the Political Parties and Organisations Act of 2005, aims to prevent voter confusion and ensure…
President Museveni yesterday celebrated his 81st birthday with a vow to protect boda boda riders from exploitative boda loans and moneylenders. The birthday celebrations at Kol0lo ceremonial grounds were held concurrently with the first-ever Boda Union Festival and Expo. “My agreement with the boda bodas is that it is criminal for someone to give you…
Archbishop Paul Ssemogerere of Kampala Archdiocese has called on the Ugandan government to introduce tougher legislation to tackle human trafficking. Speaking at the National Day of Prayer and Awareness on Trafficking in Persons on 12 September 2025, at Sharing Youth Centre Nsambya, under the theme: “Human Trafficking is Organised Crime-End the Exploitation,” he stressed the…
Business tycoon, John Ssebalamu, has been awarded Shs 550 million by the High Court after the government unlawfully interfered with 20 parcels of his private land in Rubaga, Kampala, by issuing a “buyer beware” notice and gazetting it for a railway project that was never completed. The ruling was delivered on September 12, 2025, by…
Former Deputy Inspector General of Police, Maj Gen Sabiiti Muzeyi, is fighting for his life following a severe road accident on Saturday evening. He was returning from a traditional giveaway ceremony in Sembabule of President Museveni’s granddaughter, Nsasiirwe Keinembabazi Karugire. The crash took place on the Lwengo–Kampala highway. According to initial reports, Gen Sabiiti’s convoy…
The Uganda National Teachers’ Union (UNATU) has issued a stern warning to the government and parents not to intimidate teachers as they strike for better pay and improved welfare. The planned strike will kick off on Monday September 15, 2025 when schools are scheduled to reopen for third term. Filbert Baguma, UNATU’s general secretary, made…
The 40 Days Over 40 Smiles Foundation (4040), a Ugandan youth-led charity is throwing a unique prom-themed fundraiser to bring books and computers to children in underserved schools. The foundation will host a “A Second Chance at Prom” on September 27, 2025, at its Angaza Resource Centre in Kibuli to fund a mobile library project….
President Museveni already has 2.2 million ‘votes’ in the bag even before the first ballot is cast in the 2026 elections, according to the National Resistance Movement (NRM) officials. The number is based on the signatures (2.2 million) that the party submitted in support of its chairman to the Electoral Commission (EC) on September 12….
Juma Kigongo, the newly appointed Resident District Commissioner (RDC) for Kasangati, has issued a stern warning to landgrabbers, urging them to immediately stop their illegal activities or face legal consequences. A staunch supporter of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), Kigongo expressed gratitude for his reappointment. He noted that during his first 30 days in Kasangati,…
Former Kawempe North MP Latif Sebaggala has opened up on why he insisted to run as an independent for the Kawempe mayoral elections in 2026. Sebaggala was denied a ticket by the National Unity Platform (NUP) which settled for the incumbent, Emmanuel Sserunjogi. Speaking to Bbeg Media, Sebaggala claimed he took the decision after consulting…
Western Uganda has emerged as a standout region in the recent shortlisting for the Legal Officer position at the Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development in Uganda. The shortlist has been posted on the website of the Public Service Commission (PSC). Out of 70 applicants shortlisted, nearly half (30) hail from western Uganda sub-regions…
