Kampala, Uganda — A high-level Egyptian delegation has concluded a 10-day familiarisation tour of Uganda, ending in western Uganda at Emburara Farm Lodge, in a visit that combined cultural immersion with strategic engagement on tourism and investment. The mission, coordinated under Uganda’s Economic and Commercial Diplomacy (ECD) framework, reflects a growing emphasis on leveraging tourism as both an economic driver …

Jinja City, Uganda — Known as the source of the River Nile and a rising hub for adventure tourism, Jinja is often presented as a symbol of Uganda’s natural wealth and development potential. It is also central to the country’s energy landscape, hosting major hydropower facilities that feed electricity into the national grid. Yet in Jinja North Division, a quieter …

Sudan- Uganda has earned international recognition following the selection of one of its senior diplomats among a distinguished group of global achievers at the Islamic University of Madinah Distinguished Alumni Awards. The honour, awarded during the 62nd Graduation Ceremony of the Islamic University of Madinah on 27 April 2026, places Uganda within an elite circle of nations celebrated for excellence …

Paris— Uganda has taken a strategic step to elevate its global tourism profile with its feature on Season 20 of the French travel documentary Échappées Belles, broadcast on Saturday evenings on France 5 following its initial airing on April 25, 2026. The one-month feature places Uganda before millions of French and European viewers, positioning the country as a compelling destination …

Lawyers and family members have strongly rubbished claims circulation on local news websites that Supreme Court has uphold the controversial settlement agreement on Dr Muhammad Buwule Kasasa’s multibilion Mutungo hill Jabaru Luyima one of the lawyers representing the aggrieved family members and two Dr Kasasa’s administrators, Moses Kanyike Kasasa and Anwar Sempira Kasasa clarify that what was withdrawn from court …

Residents of Katanga in Wandegeya have accused city controversial pastor Daniel Walugembe of torturing them with court cases regarding ownership of bibanja on Katanga land. At a meeting chaired by their leaders led by Bonny M Kasujja before Kawempe Resident City Commissioner (RCC) Lukka Kagenyi pleaded for help from the government. They said that they are living in fear as …

With Russia in the lead, at least 19 nations outlaw ‘promotion’ of homosexuality Russian President Vladimir Putin and his buddy, Relarus President Alyaksandr Lukashenka (Photo courtesy of the Atlantic Council)   Russia’s strong ally Belarus this month adopted a Russian-style law banning publication of what it calls “propaganda” promoting consensual same-sex relationships and “gender reassignment”. The new Belarus law even …

Kampala-Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) has informed all its customers being served by Kampala South Sub Station, that there will have no power tomorrow Tuesday April 28th 2026 starting from 8.00 am to 5.00pm Power Transmission Line (courtesy photo) According to statement issued by Jonan Kiiza has asked all the customers in the affected areas to remain patient untill …

By Kayiira Jackson  The stage is set for the 2026 USSSA U20 Boys’ Football Championship following the official draws held today at the USSSA headquarters at GNS Plaza in Kampala. A total of 64 teams have been drawn into 16 groups of four, setting up what promises to be a fiercely contested tournament as schools from …

Latifah Mixed Secondary School, Kabimbiri, has discovered its opponents for the upcoming Ball Games I Championship following the official draws held on Monday, April 27, 2026, at the Uganda Secondary Schools Sports Association offices in Kampala. The Mukono Zone girls’ football finalists have been placed in Group G, where they will face Jinja Secondary School, Binyiny Secondary School, and Panyandoli …

By Kayiira Jackson  The draws for the 2026 USSSA Ball Games I boys’ basketball championship have been held today at the USSSA headquarters at GNS Plaza in Kampala, confirming group-stage matchups ahead of the much-anticipated tournament. A total of 48 teams have been drawn into eight groups, with defending champions Buddo Secondary School returning to defend …

By Kayiira Jackson  The draws for the 2026 USSSA Ball Games I girls’ basketball championship have been conducted today at the USSSA headquarters at GNS Plaza in Kampala, setting the stage for a highly competitive tournament. A total of 48 teams have been distributed into eight groups of six, with defending champions St Noa Girls Secondary …

By Kayiira Jackson  The road to national school football glory has officially begun after the draws for the 2026 USSSA Ball Games I girls’ football championship were conducted today at the USSSA headquarters at GNS Plaza in Kampala. A total of 64 teams have been distributed into 16 groups, setting the stage for what promises to …

Kampala, Uganda — For several years, the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD) has consistently assured the public of fuel price stability, citing improved supply chains, regional cooperation, and regulatory oversight. In urban centres such as Kampala, these assurances often appear credible, with pump prices fluctuating within a relatively predictable range. Yet beyond the capital, particularly in secondary towns …

The reported disappearance of activists known as King Zale and BlueTick has ignited renewed concern over human rights and the rule of law in Uganda. According to accounts from colleagues and supporters, both individuals were allegedly taken by unidentified armed men using unmarked vans—commonly referred to as “drones”—in separate incidents. Their whereabouts remain unknown, raising urgent questions about due process …