Lawyers under the Uganda Law Society (ULS) have announced a nationwide demonstration scheduled for Friday to protest what they describe as continued violations of human rights and disregard for the rule of law in the country. The lawyers said they will wear black attire as a symbol of mourning and solidarity with Ugandans who they…
The Uganda Law Society (ULS) is preparing to celebrate its 70th anniversary in December this year amid growing concerns about what lawyers describe as increasing violations of their rights and attacks on the legal profession. The anniversary celebrations will be held under the theme, “Vows Renewed: Defence of the Rule of Law.” Speaking during a…
The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has warned the Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, against what it describes as continued attacks on lawyers and the rule of law. Speaking to Bbeg Media, the ULS vice president, Anthony Asiimwe, said Gen Muhoozi should remember that Uganda is governed by a Constitution that must be respected…
The Senior Presidential Adviser on Diaspora Affairs, Abbey Walusimbi, has condemned recent xenophobic attacks against foreign nationals, including Ugandans, in South Africa. Walusimbi said the attacks were unacceptable and could undermine relations between Uganda and other African countries. Speaking to Bbeg Media at his office in Kampala, Walusimbi urged South Africans to remember the support…
Civil society organisations have expressed concern over declining donor funding for refugees and refugee-hosting communities, warning that the cuts are affecting the welfare and livelihoods of millions of displaced people in Uganda. The concerns were raised during a refugee women-led organisations dialogue held at Hotel Africana in Kampala ahead of World Refugee Day, which will…
Former Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago has been charged with misprision of treason before the Makindye Chief Magistrate’s Court and remanded to Luzira Prison until June 22, 2026. Misprision of treason is an offence that relates to a person allegedly having knowledge of a treasonous plan or activity but failing to report it to the…
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) has launched a licence renewal exercise for aviation service providers as part of efforts to improve standards and strengthen regulation within the country’s aviation industry. The exercise began with a stakeholder engagement meeting involving members of the licensing committee and industry players. The meeting focused on improving professionalism, safety,…
The police have urged communities to report criminal activities to law enforcement agencies instead of taking the law into their own hands through mob justice. Speaking to Bbeg Media, the Community Liaison and Community Policing Commander at Police Headquarters in Naguru, SSP Dr Aisha Kayongo, said community leaders have a critical role to play in…
The Office of the President has raised concerns over the poor implementation of President Museveni’s 23 core strategic guidelines and directives that were issued in 2016. A performance assessment conducted by the Apex Platform, an executive public policy management forum chaired by the president, found that most government ministries, departments and agencies had failed to…
The newly appointed minister for Gender, Labour and Social Development, Gen Henry Tumukunde, has vowed to eliminate corruption and misappropriation of public funds at the ministry, saying accountability will be central to his leadership. Speaking to journalists during the handover ceremony at the ministry headquarters, Gender and Labour House in Kampala, Tumukunde said every shilling…
Kampala Lord Mayor Ronald Balimwezo has called for the establishment of an independent environmental restoration committee to coordinate with the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) during wetland restoration operations. Balimwezo made the remarks while responding to recent evictions carried out by NEMA in areas including Bwaise, Kawala and other parts of Kampala, where several residents…
The former MP for Bukoto South, Dr Twaha Kagabo, has criticised the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) over what he described as poor city management, saying it is one of the major causes of the persistent traffic congestion in Kampala. Speaking to Bbeg Media, Kagabo said Kampala’s traffic problem is not caused by the number…
For the first time in its history, the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) is specifically recruiting musicians and dancers as part of a major nationwide recruitment exercise aimed at bringing more specialised talent into the military. Speaking at the Uganda Media Centre in Kampala, the acting UPDF spokesperson, Col Chris Magezi, said the recruitment exercise…
The government of Uganda and Germany are set to pilot a renewable biogas project in government-aided schools as part of efforts to reduce spending on firewood and other cooking fuels. Under the project, the German government will invest more than Shs 5 billion, beginning with schools in Mubende Municipality. The initiative will convert organic waste…
China Mart Supermarket has donated essential supplies worth millions of shillings to Sanyu Babies’ Home as part of its ongoing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, dubbed the Give a Smile campaign. The donation was handed over on May 29, 2026, at Sanyu Babies’ Home in Kampala. China Mart Supermarket operates on Level Two of Oasis…
Kampala Lord Mayor, Ronald Balimwezo Nsubuga, has unveiled his executive, appointing Faridah Nakabugo, the lord councillor for Lubaga II, as deputy lord mayor. Nakabugo replaces Doreen Nyanjura, who stood for Parliament but lost. Other members appointed to the committee include Dr Shamim Nambasa, who will serve as secretary for Finance and Planning, Judith Nalukwago as…
Newly sworn-in Kampala Lord Mayor, Ronald Balimwezo, has said the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) will not demolish houses built without approved architectural plans but will instead encourage owners to regularise their properties. Balimwezo made the remarks while speaking to journalists at Parliament, where he had gone to visit his former colleagues. He said KCCA…
Stakeholders have raised concerns over the increasing number of boda boda riders and passengers being injured or killed in traffic crashes across Uganda. It is estimated that more than 15,000 traffic crashes occur every year, resulting in thousands of deaths and overwhelming emergency wards such as those at Mulago Hospital. Road safety advocates say head…
Uganda has begun plans to review outdated standards laws as the country seeks to align its regulatory framework with international standards and improve the quality of locally manufactured goods. The move was announced on Tuesday as Uganda joined the rest of the world in commemorating World Metrology Day under the theme, “Building Trust in Policy…
The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has suspended all on-street parking along two of the capital’s busiest roads, a move that will force thousands of people, private motorists, and the city’s vast commuter taxi fleet to rethink how they navigate the central business district. The ban covers the full stretch of Kampala Road and Jinja…
The family of the late Sam Kalega Njuba is mourning the death of their son, Steven Kalega Kirimwesa Njuba, who died on May 2, 2026, at Lahey Hospital in Burlington, Massachusetts, in the United States. Kirimweesa was 35 years old, and his death, according to sources, was mysterious. “He complained that he was unwell and…
Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga has tasked Buganda’s chiefs at all levels to spearhead efforts aimed at restoring the Buganda Kingdom’s pride and former glory. Mayiga made the remarks during a thanksgiving ceremony and Duwa prayers organised for Kyadondo County chief, Ahmed Magandazi Matovu, at Nalyamagonja near Manyangwa in Wakiso. The function was held to celebrate…
The European Union has reaffirmed its commitment to respecting Uganda’s sovereignty as both sides celebrated 50 years of diplomatic and development cooperation. Speaking during the anniversary celebrations held at the residence of the EU Ambassador in Kampala, the European Union Ambassador to Uganda, Jan Sadek, said sovereignty remains the foundation of peace and stability among…
The traffic police have issued guidelines ahead of President Museveni’s swearing-in ceremony, scheduled for May 12 at Kololo Independence Grounds. They warned motorists to expect restrictions on several major roads in Kampala. The affected roads include Munyonyo Road, the Southern Bypass, Fairway Hotel traffic lights, Yusuf Lule Road, Sezibwa Road, Wampewo Avenue, Acacia Avenue, and…
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) has announced that it is fully prepared to receive international guests expected to attend the presidential swearing-in ceremony scheduled for May 12. Speaking to journalists, the Director General of UCAA, Fred Bamwesigye, said Uganda expects about 65 foreign delegations for the event, with 32 already confirming their attendance. “With…
Buganda Kingdom has praised its working relationship with the central government, describing it as key to delivering its socio-economic development programmes. The Katikkiro, Charles Peter Mayiga, made the remarks while addressing journalists at his official residence in Mengo ahead of celebrations marking his 13th anniversary in office. “I want to note that there is a…
Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga has urged the central government to intensify the fight against corruption and embezzlement of public funds, warning that the vice continues to undermine service delivery and slow economic growth. Mayiga made the remarks at Bulange, Mengo, during a Lukiiko sitting attended by Buganda’s ministers, county and sub-county chiefs, and other kingdom…
Media consultant Dr Joel Isabirye has commended President Museveni, Gen Salim Saleh, and other stakeholders for the enactment of the Copyright and Neighbouring Rights (Amendment) Act, 2026. The law was assented to by Museveni on April 29, 2026. Speaking to industry professionals and academics in Kampala on Friday, Isabirye said the passage of the law…
President Museveni has urged Ugandans to prioritise wealth creation as a pathway to sustainable employment, saying opportunities already exist if citizens follow government guidance. Speaking at International Labour Day celebrations at Nkoyoyo Boarding Primary School grounds in Matale, Buikwe district, Museveni said agriculture alone could generate millions of jobs if properly organised and commercialised. The…
Wakiso LCV chairperson, Matia Lwanga Bwanika, has been named Champion of Inclusive Development and Human Rights at the Papyrus Global Mayors Conference and Awards 2026 in Abuja, Nigeria. The award was presented during the three-day gathering held from April 29 to May 1 at The Palms Hotel in Abuja’s central business district. The event brought…
Veterinary doctors across Uganda have clashed with the Uganda Veterinary Council (UVC) over what they describe as exorbitant annual licence fees. More than 1,200 veterinary professionals and paraprofessionals from 92 districts have petitioned the minister of Agriculture, Frank Tumwebaze, seeking urgent government intervention over the new charges introduced by the council. The practitioners say the…
Uganda Women’s Effort to Save Orphans (UWESO) is set to mark 40 years of existence, highlighting decades of support to vulnerable children, youth, and women across the country. The organisation was founded in 1986 by the first lady, Janet Museveni, who also serves as minister of education and sports. It aimed to improve the lives…
Boda boda riders have unveiled new strategies aimed at expanding the industry and improving livelihoods, including plans to produce and distribute their own consumer goods. The proposals were announced during the first annual general assembly of the United Boda Boda Riders Cooperative Union, held at Pope Paul Memorial Hotel in Lubaga. The union’s chairperson, Francis…
The minister for the Presidency, Milly Babirye Babalanda, has warned Ugandans against spreading rumours about fellow politicians to the president, saying the practice fuels blackmail and internal divisions. Babalanda made the remarks at House of Prayer Ministries during a prayer service held for the President Museveni and his cabinet ahead of the anticipated swearing-in of…
The executive director of Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), Sharifah Buzeki, has pledged to collaborate with elected political leaders who prioritise service delivery to city residents, while cautioning them against mixing politics with public service. Buzeki made the remarks during the Weyonje clean-up exercise in Lugoba parish, Kawempe division, where she was accompanied by the…
Uganda Prisons Service has passed out 1,238 warders and wardresses after completing a nine-month training programme. The recruits underwent a basic prison management course that included physical training, practical skills, parade drills and the handling and care of inmates. Of the 1,238 graduates, 912 are male and 326 are female. Speaking at the pass-out ceremony…
Sector ministries have raised concern over inadequate budget funding, warning that it is undermining service delivery across the country. The concerns were raised during an ongoing three-day National Performance Review Conference on Uganda’s development agenda, organised by the Office of the Prime Minister at Speke Resort Munyonyo. Ministers and permanent secretaries presented performance reports for…
KCCA councillor, Yasini Omari, has questioned the mandate of the authority’s disciplinary committee, arguing that it lacks the powers to hear his petition on committee appointments and alleged conflicts of interest. Omari, the lord councillor representing Makindye East II, appeared before the committee on rules, procedures and discipline following a referral by the KCCA Speaker…
The government has introduced the Building Control Amendment Act, 2026, in a move aimed at strengthening the regulation, supervision, and enforcement of building standards across the country. The new law replaces the Building Control Act of 2018 and gives the National Building Review Board (NBRB) expanded powers to regulate the construction sector and ensure compliance…
Agnes Nandutu, the Bududa Woman MP, has been found guilty of unlawful possession of government iron sheets meant for Karamoja. Justice Jane Okuo of the Anti-Corruption Court ruled today that Nandutu knowingly dealt with government property that had been unlawfully diverted from a public programme intended for vulnerable beneficiaries, contrary to section 21A(1) of the Anti-Corruption…
The livestock subsector has been identified as a major contributor to agricultural greenhouse gas emissions, particularly methane from enteric fermentation and nitrous oxide from manure management and deposition on pasture. Experts say these emissions are a growing concern as the country grapples with the effects of climate change on its agriculture-dependent economy. In response, the…
The Leader of the Opposition, Joel Ssenyonyi, has criticised the government for selectively bailing out private companies without clear benefits to Ugandans. Ssenyonyi made the remarks on Tuesday during the launch of the opposition’s Alternative Budget Priority Areas for the 2026/27 financial year at Parliament. “Our approach is guided by fiscal discipline, realism and prioritisation,”…
The World Bank has approved an $80m (about Shs2.1 trillion) grant to support the second phase of the Uganda Cities and Municipalities Infrastructure Development (UCMID) programme. The programme will focus on improving urban infrastructure and strengthening institutional capacity in selected local governments. The minister of Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Judith Nabakooba, said the funding…
The ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that eight individuals have been transferred to Uganda from the United States under a bilateral migration arrangement signed last year. In a statement, the ministry said the transfer follows an agreement concluded between Uganda and the US in July 2025. The arrangement allows Uganda to receive and process…
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 Bishop of Namirembe Diocese, Moses Banja, has urged newly elected leaders across the country to support one another for the development of Uganda. Banja made the remarks at his residence in Namirembe on Friday, shortly before joining Christians for the Way of the Cross. “I understand that in the recently concluded elections there were…
The Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, Stephen Samuel Kaziimba Mugalu, has urged the public to promote peace, unity and stability as a way of reducing the growing number of refugees in the country. In his Easter message delivered at his residence in Namirembe, Kaziimba said Uganda is currently hosting more than two million refugees…
The government has raised concern over the continued refusal by thousands of civil servants to declare their wealth and assets, warning that the trend undermines efforts to fight corruption and promote accountability. More than 20,000 civil servants failed to comply with the Leadership Code between 2024 and 2025, according to the Inspectorate of Government. Speaking…
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…
Stanbic Bank Uganda has installed solar-powered lighting equipment worth Shs 100 million at the Kabalye Police National Training School. Located in Masindi, the training school has in recent years struggled with inadequate lighting, which has affected evening training sessions and raised security concerns. The situation has been particularly difficult given the large number of recruits…
