Uganda, Kenya strengthen trade ties

Presidents Museveni of Uganda and William Ruto of Kenya have signed seven new bilateral agreements, increasing the total number of trade and cooperation accords between the two East African neighbors to 25. The agreements, signed during Museveni’s visit to Nairobi, cover diverse sectors including tourism, property rights, fisheries, aquaculture, agriculture, transport, and investment promotion. At…

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Museveni warns against over taxing hotels

President Museveni has come out strongly against the taxation of hotels, saying the tourism sector is an export industry that should not be burdened with domestic-style taxes. Meeting a delegation from the Uganda Tourism Association (UTA) at State House Entebbe, the president expressed concern upon learning that hotels which he called the backbone of tourism…

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How lack of patriotism has undermined internal democracy in the NRM: A case study of Nyabushozi

It is deeply regrettable and profoundly disheartening for our cherished nation, Uganda, and Nyabushozi County in particular, that we, the youth of this revered “Pearl of Africa,” have succumbed to archaic, divisive, and retrogressive behaviors. These actions reflect a grave lack of patriotism, revealing an alarming indifference to the future of our generation, our children,…

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Museveni’s brother accuses Dr Baryomunsi of tribalism

Sedrack Nzaire Kaguta, the younger brother of President Museveni and aspirant for NRM vice chairperson (Western), has accused his opponent, Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, the incumbent Minister of ICT and National Guidance  of promoting tribalism and divisive politics in their contest. Nzaire alleges that Dr. Baryomunsi, during an appearance on a local radio station, claimed that…

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Health experts convene in Uganda for HIV elimination conference

Health experts, policymakers, and researchers on Monday began a three-day meeting in Kampala to accelerate the elimination of mother-to-child transmission of HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis B across Africa. The event, held under the theme “Unifying Actions, Transforming Futures: Achieving Triple Elimination in Africa by 2030,” is dubbed as Africa’s first-ever high-level conference focused on the…

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How the NRM can shine while maintaining its leadership position

By Brian K Tindyebwa Though it was generally an incident-free exercise in Uganda’s more than 72,000 villages, the just-ended NRM primaries election cycle registered several hiccups. These have caused animosity among party’s rank and file-with many seniors, including ministers, threatening to run as independents. The ruling party’s opponents had already started salivating in the hope…

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NRM Primaries: Museveni says he will deal with culprits of electoral misconduct

President Museveni has praised the National Resistance Movement (NRM) members for their strong participation in the party’s primaries held on July 17, 2025, while strongly condemning reported irregularities that marred the process in some areas. In a statement issued after the primaries, Museveni highlighted the significant turnout and addressed concerns about electoral malpractices, vowing to…

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Gertrude Njuba: Museveni must be replaced by an experienced and tested leader [VIDEO]

Gertrude Njuba, the Presidential Advisor on Land Matters, has emphasized that President Museveni must be succeeded by an experienced and tested leader to steer Uganda. Speaking to Bbeg Media at her home in Nangabo, Njuba cautioned the opposition, which is advocating for a peaceful transition. “I challenge the opposition calling for a peaceful transition of…

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Museveni urges artisans to form companies

President  Museveni has called on artisans and entrepreneurs to transition from individual operations to family- or group-owned companies to ensure sustainability, collective wealth, and intergenerational growth. Accompanied by the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Janet Kataaha Museveni, the president made the call during a visit to the Kigo Carpentry and Skilling Centre…

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Why crypto assets like Bitcoin are central to Uganda’s $500 billion growth ambitions

Morrison Rwakakamba Having campaigned under the banner of making the United States the “Crypto capital” of the world, in his first week in office, President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order intended to support the growth of the United States crypto industry, signaling an intention to approach crypto and block chain regulation with the objective…

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JEEMA threatens to go to court over law on funding parties [VIDEO]

Mohammed Kateregga, the Secretary General of the Justice Forum (JEEMA) and former Bukomansimbi district Chairperson, has criticized opposition legislators for the ongoing funding stalemate affecting political parties within the Inter-Party Organisation for Dialogue (IPOD). In an interview with Bbeg Media, Kateregga threatened legal action over the current law on political party funding within IPOD. “I…

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Gertrude Njuba says NRM historicals need to meet to discuss Uganda after Museveni [VIDEO]

The Senior Presidential Advisor on Land Matters, Gertrude Nanyunja Njuba, has said the NRM historical figures need to meet to discuss the direction the country should take post-President Museveni. Speaking to Bbeg Media at her home in Nangabo, Wakiso District, Njuba stressed that such a meeting would enable historicals to better understand the government’s stance…

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Timothy Kalyegira turns to GROK to test his biases and feed his curiousity

Timothy Kalyegira describes himself variously, depending on the context. He is a journalist, social critic, and photographer. He is also a political historian, basing on his writings. Kalyegira has spent more than two decades dissecting Uganda’s political, social, and cultural landscape with a sharp, often controversial lens. Yet it is his recent interactions with Grok,…

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Why Museveni remains NRM’s strongest candidate

President Museveni continues to command unwavering support among NRM loyalists, nearly 40 years since he shot his way into power. Museveni’s rise to power in 1986, after defeating the Obote government, marked a turning point for Uganda. NRM supporters credit him with restoring peace and security, creating an environment conducive to business and economic growth….

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Museveni donates Shs 20 million to Kalerwe abattoir savings group

The Senior Presidential Advisor on Political Mobilization, Moses Byaruhanga, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to deliver effective services to Ugandans. Byaruhanga made the remarks on Sunday, 29th June, 2025 as Akaserengeto Savings Group celebrated five (5) years of existence. The group is situated in Kalerwe Abattoir, Kawempe Division. It comprises cattle traders, butchers, dealers, retailers,…

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NRM nominates President Museveni for seventh term amidst fanfare

President Museveni yesterday picked party nomination forms, confirming his intent to run foir the seventh presidential term nad his determination to tighten his grip on the NRM. Amidst cheering and fanfare, the president arrived at the party electoral commission headquarters in Kyadondo at 1:30 PM. Accompanied by First Lady Janet Museveni, the president was welcomed…

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Museveni says Uganda’s march towards first world status is unstoppable

President Museveni has declared that Uganda’s economic progress over the past few years has propelled the country into middle-income status, a trend he described as irreversible. The president delivered his annual State of the Nation Address at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds, attended by various dignitaries. However, many members of the opposition chose to stay away. Dressed…

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Museveni directs annual budget support for Martyrs Day celebrations

President Museveni has directed that government funding for Martyrs Day celebrations be included in the national budget annually, recognizing the spiritual significance and widespread participation of Ugandans across all religious denominations. “This year, the government gave the Catholics Shs 2 billion, the Protestant Shs 2 billion, and the Muslims Shs 200 million for this occasion,”…

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Why Mpuuga-Bobi Wine feud is good for Museveni

By Kungu Al-mahadi Adam Uganda’s political landscape is a battleground where opposition forces face an uphill struggle against President Museveni’s entrenched regime. In this high-stakes environment, unity among opposition leaders is not just strategic—it’s existential. Yet, the escalating feud between Robert Kyagulanyi aka Bobi Wine, the charismatic leader of the National Unity Platform (NUP), and…

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Why Rebecca Kadaga should retire from politics

Rebecca Kadaga has been active on the political scene since 1989 when she joined the National Resistance Council as a representative of the women of Kamuli district. Throughout that time, she has held several ministerial portfolios and offices, culminating in her election as speaker of Parliament in 2011. At 68 years of age, Kadaga is…

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Museveni lauds NRM supporters for participating in village-level elections

President Museveni has praised the people of Rwakitura for their active participation in the National Resistance Movement (NRM) village-level elections. The process involves verification of the party members’ register, electing village structures and LCI flag bearers. Museveni, who also serves as the NRM national acirman, personally oversaw the exercise in Rwakitura cell, Nshwerenkye parish, Kiruhura….

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Museveni: “Besigye shouldn’t ask for forgiveness, he needs quick trial”

President Museveni has said incarcerated opposition lynchpin Dr Kizza Besigye does not require forgiveness but a quick trial to get out of his current ordeal. Commenting on Besigye’s predicament for the first time, the president acknowledged the public anxiety surrounding his detention but maintained that the key question should be: “Why was Dr. Besigye arrested?”…

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