Women leaders have hailed the last 30 years of governance under the National Resistance Movement (NRM) for prioritising gender inclusion, citing increased representation of women in key government positions. As the country prepares to mark International Women’s Day on March 8, leaders attending a national women’s convention said progress has been registered in elevating women…
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…
Muwema & Co Advocates, a prominent law firm in Kampala, has accused Downtown Investments Ltd of carrying out an illegal eviction from its Kololo offices despite an ongoing appeal in court. The firm is managed by Fred Muwema.. In a press release issued today, the firm said its lawyers and staff were forcefully removed from…
The High Court has dismissed an application by Frontier Logistics International (U) Ltd and its director, Monte Daniels Nkurunungi Monte, seeking to compel Absa Bank Uganda to produce a valuation report for land used as collateral for a loan. Justice Susan Abinyo of the Commercial Division said Nkurunungi and his firm had failed to prove…
Civil society activists in Uganda have urged the government to prioritise sexual and reproductive health services, warning that many adolescent girls in the country continue to face serious challenges in accessing quality care. Olgah Daphynne Namukuza, the country director of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), said the reproductive health situation of adolescent girls…
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…
Makerere University Business School (MUBS) has held its first professorial inaugural lecture ceremony at its main campus in Nakawa, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s academic life. Speaking at the event, the MUBS principal, Prof Moses Muhwezi, said the lecture allows professors to explain the contribution they have made in their fields of study…
The Miracle Centre Cathedral in Lubaga will hold a special prayer service for families affected by ongoing conflicts in different parts of the world. The service will take place on March 7, 2026, as the world prepares to commemorate International Women’s Day on March 8. Miracle Centre leaders said the prayers would focus on mothers,…
Judith Ejong started working as a security guard at Makerere Business Institute (MBI) in 2012. In May 2013, she was given a formal contract by MBI after the institute said she had performed well. At first, she was paid Shs 150,000 per month, but later, due to good performance, her salary was increased to Shs…
By Kungu Al-mahadi Adam The United States decision to impose sanctions on the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) and its senior commanders over alleged support for the March 23 Movement in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has stirred controversy and deepened mistrust between Kigali and Washington. The sanctions accuse Rwanda’s military leadership of materially supporting an…
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…
The Bible Society of Uganda (BSU) has announced that its fourth national Marriage Conference will take place on March 13, 2026 at Hotel Africana in Kampala. The conference will be presided over by retired Archbishop Henry Luke Orombi of the Church of Uganda. Speaking ahead of the event, Justice Mike Chibita, president of the BSU,…
Once upon a time, two corporate “cousins” in Uganda found themselves locked in a standoff that nearly brought their company to its knees. At the centre of the storm was Medical Concierge Group Limited, a health technology company operating in Uganda. Its majority shareholder was Rocket Health Africa Corporation, which held 199,999 shares. The remaining…
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 Police Force intends to spend Shs 42 billion on internet and other related services next financial year. This translates to Shs 3.5 billion per month or Shs 116 million per day. This detail is contained in the Second Budget call circular issued last week by Secretary to the Treasury Ramathan Ggoobi. It shows…
Richard Olwenyi, a senior reporter with Next Media, has fulfilled one of his lifetime dreams after Makerere University awarded him a Master of Arts in Journalism and Communication. Olwenyi started his masters degree journey more than five years ago but it was interupted by the Covid-19 pandemic. Speaking to Bbeg Media, Olwenyi said pursuing a master’s…
A long-running shareholder dispute at Victoria Motors Limited has ended in defeat for businessman Samuel John Kibuuka and his firm, Mercantile Executive Services Ltd, who had wanted to take control of the business. Victoria Motors is the authorized distributor of Mitsubishi cars and Renault trucks in Uganda. In a ruling, Daniel Nasasira, the Assistant Registrar…
Daniel Kalinaki, the General Manager, Editorial at Nation Media Group (NMG) Uganda, is set to leave his position, bringing to a close one of the most visible editorial careers at the Daily Monitor. Multiple sources at the Namuwongo-based news organisation told Bbeg Media that Kalinaki has already informed some people of his decision to step…
Airtel Uganda earned about Shs 1.2 billion in profit per day in 2025, underlining the scale of its growth as more Ugandans shift to digital services. The telecom firm reported a 41.1% rise in profit after tax to Shs 446.9 billion for the year ended December 31, 2025. When you break this down, it translates…
President Museveni has pledged Shs5 billion to organised content creators, urging young Ugandans to play a central role in the country’s push to eradicate poverty. Museveni, accompanied by the First Lady, Janet Kataaha Museveni, hosted the second edition of Jazz with Jajja at his Kisozi farm in Gomba. The event brought together content creators, journalists,…
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…
Nation Media Group (NMG) has stopped publishing Sunday Monitor in Uganda, marking the end of the journey of one of the most favourite news editions for many of its readers. The edition was rich in news features, opinion columnists, and political analysis. Today’s edition was the last; the media conglomerate announced on its social media…
In 2019, a heavy storm destroyed Joseryn Kyosimire’s banana plantation in Rushenyi, Ntungamo. Lucky for her, she had taken an agricultural loan of Shs 15 million from Pride Microfinance, and a tiny percentage of that loan (1.75%) was deemed as insurance. A loan officer at Pride had assured her that in case of a loss,…
African media leaders have called for greater transparency, accountability and ownership in the age of artificial intelligence as the fourth edition of the Africa Media Festival 2026 concluded in Nairobi. The call comes amid what participants described as a generational shift reshaping both media and politics across the continent. Younger, digitally native audiences are consuming…
Businessman Allan Tayebwa has officially assumed diplomatic status as Uganda’s Honorary Consul to Dominica in the Caribbean. His appointment was confirmed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the line ministry responsible for Uganda’s diplomatic relations. He was ushered in at the ministry headquarters by the State Minister for Foreign Affairs, John Mulimba, who urged him…
The 2026 Corporate Games have officially been launched, with at least 50 companies already confirming their participation. This year’s edition will begin on March 15 at ISBAT University in Kampala. A total of 19 sports disciplines will be contested, including swimming, soccer, netball and volleyball. A marathon will be held separately on October 11 and…
The French Development Agency (AFD) has signed a €40 million (about Shs 170 billion) financing agreement with the Uganda Development Bank (UDB) to support priority sectors of the economy. The funding package includes an additional €800,000 (about Shs3.38 billion) in technical assistance. The agreement was signed on Monday at UDB Tower in Kampala by Marc…
The Airtel Africa Foundation has committed Shs3.85 billion to support Uganda’s digital workforce through the Tech Fellowship targeting high-achieving students from low-income households pursuing higher education in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The four-year initiative commenced after a rigorous selection process conducted between December 2025 and January 2026. It will provide a full scholarship to…
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,…
Peter Mukuru has joined the Uganda Development Bank (UDB) as director of business technology. In a statement, the bank said Mukuru brings “more than two decades of experience in business technology and digital transformation across development finance institutions, regulatory bodies, government agencies, utilities and the private sector.” Until recently, Mukuru served as IT project manager…
The High Court has ruled that businesswoman Molly Katanga has a case to answer regarding the death of her husband, Henry Katanga at their Mbuya home in 2023. In a ruling delivered on Thursday morning, Justice Rosette Kania found that the prosecution had presented sufficient evidence requiring Katanga to respond to the charge. Molly’s lawyers…
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…
On March 3, 2021, Hussein Ahmed approached Platinum Credit Uganda for a loan of Shs 31.4 million at an interest rate of 4% per month. As security, he handed over the logbooks for two vehicles: a Toyota Land Cruiser registration number UAW 911K valued at Shs25 million, and a Toyota Alphard registration number UBE 217M…
The Amnesty Commission has urged Ugandans still living in exile over crimes related to insurgency to return home and formally apply for amnesty. The commission said those seeking pardon should follow the established legal framework under the Amnesty Act to ensure a smooth return and peaceful reintegration into society. Since 1986, the commission has pardoned…
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…
On February 20, Justice Patricia Mutesi of the High Court ruled in favour of Downtown Investments in its rent dispute with prominent law firm Muwema & Co Advocates. The firm was ordered to vacate the property at Plot 50 Windsor Crescent Road in Kololo owned by Downtown Investments and pay Shs 1.3 billion in arrears…
Mwanga II Court has rejected video and photographic evidence presented by defence lawyers in the ongoing trial of men accused of blackmailing Pastor Robert Kayanja. The court, presided over by Magistrate Adams Byarugaba, ruled that a qualified technical expert must first verify the source and authenticity of the digital material before it can be admitted…
For more than five years, Bob Ainebyoona had held a Dembe Account at DFCU Bank and had had a good working relationship with the bank. One day in 2020, he attempted to withdraw some money from his account at the bank’s Naalya branch at the Quality Shopping Mall. The officials there redirected him to the…
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…
Stanbic Bank Uganda and the Buganda have launched Ssemaduuka, a one-stop agricultural business centre designed to expand access to structured credit for farmer-owned savings and credit co-operative organisations, strengthen governance and formalise coffee value chains. The initiative was launched at Mayors Gardens in Mubende Municipality. For more than a decade, Frank Nyanzi, a 57-year-old coffee…
Two years ago, businessman Levy Lawrence Omulen was introduced to Malong Tong, aka Henry Ochown, as a wealthy South Sudanese investor interested in buying land for an industrial park in Uganda. Omulen was told by a one Peter Lubwama that Malong was a wealthy South Sudanese businessman with connections to the South Sudan government. He…
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….
Winnie Byanyima has accused President Museveni of ordering Lubaga Cathedral not to hold a special Mass that had been organised to pray for her detained husband, Dr. Kizza Besigye, and other political prisoners. The mass, which had been organised by Dr. Besigye’s family, was scheduled to take place at Lubaga Cathedral today (Monday, February 23)…
Defending champions Stanbic Black Pirates produced a dominant display at the weekend, defeating Rhinos Rugby Club 45–10 to move to the top of the rugby league table. Played in a heavy Saturday downpour, the match tested both sides’ discipline and tactical organisation. The Pirates adapted better to the conditions, combining structured phase play with sustained…
The Uganda Social Educational Welfare Association (UGASEWA), a charity organization established by Indians, has held its annual Ramadan orphanage and mosques charity programme, bringing together sponsors, volunteers, and community members to support vulnerable groups during Ramadan. The event, held at Mukwano Mall in Kampala, saw the distribution of food items worth Shs 140 million to…
Tugende, a firm that provides motorcycle loans to riders, and the Uganda Revenue Authority are locked in a legal dispute over a tax assessment. The dispute started from Tugende’s decision to offer discounts to customers who clear their loan balances ahead of time. For tax purposes, Tugende treated those discounts as allowable expenses. However, in…
Prominent law firm Muwema & Co. Advocates has said it will appeal a High Court ruling that ordered it to pay more than Shs 1.3 billion ($370,000) in rent arrears to Downtown Investments Limited regarding its premises on Windsor Crescent in Kololo. The judgment, delivered on February 20 by Justice Patricia Mutesi, arose from a…
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…
Two sureties who ran to the aid of their friend and guaranteed that he would appear in court have been told to pay Shs100 million after their friend disappeared. In a ruling, Justice Michael Elubu of the Anti-Corruption Division dismissed an application by Nestorious Byaruhanga Katema and Issa Asiimwe, who had sought to be discharged…
