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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
In a stark illustration of Uganda’s struggling job market, the Public Service Commission (PSC) has revealed that a whopping 81,873 applicants recently applied for just 277 entry-level positions in government institutions. This revelation came from Agnes Kabogoza, the PSC chairperson, during a recent press breifing where she expounded on the 2025 Graduate Recruitment Exercise (GRE)….
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) has launched a campaign to prevent Gender-Based Violence and harassment and address Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRHR) risks, reinforcing its commitment to safeguarding the wellbeing of communities along the pipeline route. Together with its implementing partner, Health Promotion International (HPI), EACOP recently conducted a Gender-Based Violence and SRHR…
President Museveni has met with a China-based consortium to discuss the proposed development of an international airport in Nyakisharara, Mbarara. The project, led by Base 7 Aviation International Academy and their consultants, Hamster Business Solutions, aims to transform the region’s economic landscape. According Charles Mugabi and Alexandria Judith Kyakunzire of Base 7 Aviation International Academy,…
The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has launched a state-of-the-art traffic control system valued at Shs 63 billion. The project, funded by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), aims to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion in Uganda’s capital city. The minister of state for Kampala, Kyofatogabye Kabuye, described the system as a significant milestone…
The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has obtained clearance from the Solicitor General to commence decommissioning and repurposing of the Kiteezi landfill in Wakiso following its tragic collapse in 2024. The process will involve cutting and stabilisation of steep waste slopes, pollution management, and sealing off the waste surface among others. KCCA’s Deputy Executive Director,…
The Uganda Medical Association (UMA) has expressed significant concern regarding the Equal Opportunities Tribunal’s ruling on July 30, 2025, which mandates that non-medical health professionals must not be excluded from administrative and policy leadership positions. The tribunal’s decision stated that “the persistent exclusion of non-MBChB health professionals from administrative and policy leadership positions amounts to…
The minister of Health, Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng, has called on member countries of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) to adopt flexibility in their collaborative efforts to combat regional health emergencies. She emphasized the need for resources to support community system strengthening and cross-border surveillance to address pandemic outbreaks in the region. Speaking at…
Maj Gen James Birungi, the former Chief of Military Intelligence (CMI) , has been arrested and is currently detained at the Makindye Military Police Barracks, sources haave confirmed. He reportedly faces charges, including treason, corruption, and related offences. Bbeg Media understands that Birungi’s arrest follows an internal investigation initiated by the UPDF high command into…
The government has said the construction of the 272-kilometre Malaba-Kampala Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) is in full swing, marking a significant milestone in the country’s infrastructure development. This flagship project, part of the broader East African Community Railway Master Plan and the Northern Corridor Integrated Projects, aims to modernize Uganda’s transport network, enhance regional connectivity,…
The government is finalizing a National Family Policy aimed at encouraging parents to spend more quality time with their children to instill traditional values, which have been eroded by the pervasive use of technology. Mondo Kyateeka, the Commissioner for Youth and Children’s Affairs, in the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development, announced this during…
The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) is facing challenges in ensuring all Ugandans register births and deaths, despite a population of over 45 million. In 2024, NIRA reported only 27 million people in its system, leaving about 18 million unregistered, according to Stephen Robert Kasumba, NIRA’s Monitoring and Evaluation Manager. “Out of Uganda’s 45…
Patrick Ocailap, Deputy Secretary to the Treasury, has said the government is not aware of the specific demands from the Uganda Local Government Workers Union. Speaking to Bbeg Media via phone, Ocailap said he requires a formal report from the permanent secretaries of the ministries of Gender and Local Government to understand the progress on…
Prudential Uganda, working with Tusafishe, a local social enterprise, has successfully completed a project to provide clean drinking water to 71 schools across western and eastern Uganda. This eight-month effort, called the Prudential Climate and Health Resilience Fund, has changed the lives of over 119,562 students by giving them access to safe water. The project,…
Judicial officers including deputy registrars, assistant registrars, and chief magistrates, are frustrated with the government for not following through on promised salary increases. They claim the government has gone back on its commitment to raise their pay, causing tension within the judiciary. On June 30, 2025, the Ministry of Public Service issued Circular Standing Instruction…
Justice Suzan Odongo of the High Court has set September 24, 2025, as the date for hearing a case involving trademark infringement filed by the NRM Thorough Business Cooperative SACCO. The decision follows the withdrawal of Kawanga and Kasule Advocates, the lawyers representing the accused parties, and the failure of other defendants to appear in…
President Museveni has instructed the ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries to draft regulations to streamline tea growing and management in Uganda. The move aims to protect the sector from low international market prices caused by poor tea management practices. Speaking at a meeting with tea growers, nursery operators, and processors in Bushenyi district,…
President Museveni has given a one-month deadline for the audit and verification of cattle compensation recipients and pending claimants in Northern Uganda, as part of a broader effort to streamline rehabilitation for families affected by past insurgencies. The directive was announced during a meeting with leaders from the Acholi sub-region in Gulu District, focusing on…
Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago has lashed out at businessman Hamis Kiggundu for allegedly barricading and developing the Nakivubo Channel without proper authorization. The channel, a critical drainage corridor in Kampala, has been at the center of a heated dispute following Kiggundu’s actions on the night of August 15, which Lukwago had previously warned against….
Uganda will hold a rhino naming ceremony in September as part of efforts to restore a species once extinct in the country, a government official said. The event, expected to raise over $ 11 million, will take place on Sept. 22 at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary in Nakasongola district. It will coincide with World Rhino Day,…
President Museveni has called for fair distribution of the Teso cattle compensation fund to benefit all households, rather than concentrating funds among a few claimants. Speaking at Soroti University, he described the compensation as rehabilitation for cattle losses due to past wars, emphasizing direct payments to households to avoid excessive legal fees. Museveni proposed distributing…
Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago has publicly accused businessman Hamis Kiggundu of illegally constructing a structure on the Nakivubo water channel, exacerbating the city’s flooding issues. During a press conference at City Hall, Lukwago declared his intent to halt Kiggundu’s actions, dismissing a KCCA council resolution from April 3, 2025, that permitted Kiggundu’s company, Ham…
The deteriorating security situation in Sudan and South Sudan is expected to drive more refugees into Uganda. Over 150,000 refugees, predominantly women and young people from South Sudan and Sudan, have fled to the Kiryandongo refugee settlement. The already impoverished population often has access to less than 20 liters of water per person per day,…
A team of senior government officials have come together to pave ways of stemming fraud in the minerals sector. During a follow up meeting on gold trade fraud in Uganda at the State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU) offices in Kampala, the Permanent Secretary, ministry of Energy and Mineral Development, Irene Batebe said fraudsters mainly…
The Court of Appeal has ordered former minister, Israel Mayengo, to sell half an acre of his land in Muyenga to John Lwalanda as per their earlier oral agreement. The decision, issued on August 11, ends a long-running dispute over an oral land deal gone sour. The case started in 2009 when Lwalanda sued Mayengo…
Workers under the Uganda Local Government Workers Union (ULGWU) are set to meet with government officials to address grievances related to salary increments. If the meeting is successful, the union may call off its planned strike. In an interview with Bbeg Media at the union’s offices along Bombo Road, Hassan Lwabayi Mudiba, the General Secretary…
Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga is a very selective fellow, those who have worked with him say. Whether it is the pair of shoes, the tie, the suit, or the food he eats, Mayiga will take his time before making a decision. So we take it that the people or institutions he chooses to follow on…
President Museveni follows only 22 individuals/institutions on his X account. He has 3,640,655 followers as of mid-day August 11, 2025. This is not surprising. What is, is the choice of people or institutions that he follows. For instance, Museveni does not follow the Uganda People’s Defence Force (UPDF) account-@MODVA_UPDF. As the commander in chief, some…
By Arnold Katongole The week-long celebration of Ugandan generosity ended on a high note at Ndere Cultural Centre as hundreds of local givers, activists, and community leaders converged for the Gathering of Givers, the flagship closing event of Philanthropy Week 2025. Under the theme “Generosity that Serves, Stays, and Sustains,” the event brought together grassroots…
President Museveni has advised seven army generals who retired to use their packages wisely and avoid putting money in risky ventures. Museveni was seeing off the generals at State House Entebbe. The retirees included Lt. Gen. Peter Elwelu, Lt. Gen. Francis Ben Okello, Maj. Gen. Hudson Mukasa, Maj. Gen. George Igumba, Brig. Gen. John Byuma,…
President Museveni has unveiled a new national initiative to transform his demonstration farms into centers of excellence for the 4-acre agricultural model, aimed at eliminating household poverty through structured, small-scale commercial farming. The president announced this while addressing residents of Kityerera Parish at the State Lodge in Mayuge district, that the farms will not only…
The Constitutional Court, in a landmark ruling, dismissed a petition brought by a one Jackson Ntwatwa challenging the court’s jurisdiction to handle interlocutory applications. The decision, delivered yesterday by a panel of five justices— Justice Geoffrey Kiryabwire, Justice Cheborion Barishaki, Justice Muzamiru M. Kibedi, Justice Irene Mulyagonja, and Justice Christopher Gashirabake—clarified the court’s authority and…
President Museveni and Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty have held talks regarding the use of River Nile waters and broader regional cooperation, according to a statement issued by State House. The two leaders discussed Egypt’s existential concerns over water security at the meeting at State House Entebbe. “We discussed a number of issues regarding the…
Dr Monica Musenero, the mnister for Science, Technology, and Innovation, has clarified that Kiira Motors “manufactures” not “assembles” electric powered vehicles. Addressing journalists at the Media Centre today, Musenero said Kiira Motors is producing the Kayoola buses, including the fully electric Kayoola EVS and the Kayoola Coach, with approximately 30% of the components—such as the…
Military chiefs from Uganda and South Sudan have held discussions following a deadly border dispute between the two countries. Gen Sam Okiding, Uganda’s deputy CDF, and Dau Aturjong Nyuol, chief of the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF), met on Saturday in Juba according toMaj Gen Felix Kulayigye, the UPDF spokesperson. Kulayigye said the discussions…
Arnold Anderson Katongole Philanthropy is a term frequently encountered in discussions about social welfare and community support, yet its definition can often be elusive. At its core, many people conflate philanthropy with charity, seeing them as synonymous. However, a deeper examination reveals that while they share common elements, they serve distinct purposes and operate on…
At least 1,300 candidates turned up for aptitude tests to compete for the slots of IT officer trainees, Auditor trainees and Office Assistant roles in the Office of the Auditor General (OAG), held at Makerere University on July 31. We have been told that some of the applicants who applied for trainee positions had master’s…
President Museveni has fully sponsored 50 Ugandan Muslims for Umrah pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Umrah is often referred to as the lesser or the minor pilgrimage. It is an act of worship undertaken by Muslims and involves pilgrims travelling to the blessed city of Mecca. The pilgrims, drawn from different parts of the country,…
The minister of Lands, Judith Nabakooba, has announced that her ministry is drafting regulations to streamline the work of surveyors. These regulations will mandate that all surveyors register with their professional body, and no one will be allowed to operate without clearance. Nabakooba made these remarks while officiating at the opening of the Joint 8th…
Soroti Woman MP, Anna Ebaju Adeke could potentially lose Shs 200 million she invested in a gold exploration deal after court dismissed her application seeking to dissolve the partnership with her co-investors. How it all started On May 17, 2024, C-Asian Mining and Minerals, a mining firm, signed a financing agreement with Adeke and her…
In an interview with Daily Monitor in 2019, Dr. Racheal Mbabazi, then working as a veterinary doctor at the Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre (UWEC) in Entebbe, said there is only one thing she can’t do without: prayer. “I rise up at 5am to do my morning devotion and prayer,” she said adding that on…
A land dispute in Palabek, Lamwo District, between the local Acholi community and Balaalo pastoralists has ended with a High Court ruling on July 28, 2025, dismissing the pastoralists’ claims and upholding their eviction. In 2021, Balalo pastoralists, led by Simon Timbigamba and others, arrived in Palabek with their cattle, claiming legal rights to land…
Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga, has urged the youth from Justice Forum (JEEMA) to strive for a better Uganda in all circumstances. He made these remarks while meeting the youth at Bulange, Mengo, who had paid him a courtsey visit. Mayiga said some politicians are involved in mere games and are not concerned about the delivery…
Kampala Metropolitan Police Deputy Commander Gerald Twishime has issued a stern warning to individuals masquerading as boda boda operators, urging them to register with their union immediately or face arrest. He said unregistered riders contribute to confusion and crime within an industry that employs over one million people in Uganda. Twishime made these remarks during…
Brigadier Jacob Musajjawaza, a retired military officer, finds himself embroiled in yet another legal storm following a lawsuit filed against him in June 2024 by a widow over two prime acres of land in Kawuku, Bbunga, Makindye Division. Reports have surfaced that Musajjawaza and his siblings have applied for letters of administration over the same…
