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Kampala, Uganda — In 1986, a relatively young guerrilla leader emerged from years of armed struggle to assume power in Uganda, promising fundamental change after decades marked by political instability, economic decline, and conflict. Forty years later, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni remains one of Africa’s longest-serving leaders, preparing for another presidential inauguration following victory in the January 15 elections, where official …

Kampala, Uganda — Oryem Henry Okello has reaffirmed Uganda’s commitment to multilateral peacekeeping cooperation following a high-level engagement with a delegation from the United Nations Triangular Partnership Programme at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The delegation, led by Paulin Djomo and accompanied by Esther Ngotho, held discussions centered on Uganda’s longstanding partnership with the United Nations in advancing international peace …

On Wednesday, jubilations covered Luzira Women Maximum Security Prison as newly promoted junior officers were officially chevroned in a colorful ceremony. The event was presided over by Mr. Xavier Francis Elubu, Assistant Commissioner of Prisons and Regional Prisons Commander (RPC) for Kampala Extra Region. He congratulated the officers upon their promotions and encouraged them to continue working hard, remain disciplined, …

Kampala– The Permanent Secretary/Secretary to the Judiciary (PS/SJ), Dr Pius Bigirimana, has received the Responsible Investment Global Award (2025–2026) in recognition of his role in championing judicial reforms in Uganda. Permanent Secretary Dr. Pius Bigirimana receiving his award. The award was formally handed over by officials from Public Opinions, led by Mr Adam Buyinza, at the Judiciary headquarters. The accolade …

Despite legal advances, LGBT+ people face severe discrimination in Sierra Leone Freetown, the capital of Sierra Leone (Photo by George R. Freeman Browne)Sierra Leone, a small English-speaking country in West Africa, is rarely discussed amid a deepening crisis for LGBT+ rights among its neighbors, but the legal and economic realities for its queer citizens remain fraught.George Reginald Freeman Browne, the …

Despite legal advances, LGBT+ people face severe discrimination in Sierra Leone Freetown, the capital of Sierra Leone (Photo by George R. Freeman Browne) Sierra Leone, a small English-speaking country in West Africa, is rarely discussed amid a deepening crisis for LGBT+ rights among its neighbors, but the legal and economic realities for its queer citizens remain fraught. George Reginald Freeman …

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Kampala, Uganda — In a diplomatic engagement underscoring the centrality of agriculture to Uganda’s development agenda, Hon. Gen. Odongo Jeje Abubakhar today received Letters of Credence from Ezana Getahun Kassa, the newly appointed representative of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, during a formal ceremony marked by cordial exchange and renewed commitment to sustainable development cooperation.The presentation …

Guangzhou/ China — Uganda has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding international trade, attracting investment, and strengthening economic diplomacy through a prominent participation at the 139th edition of the Canton Fair, one of the world’s largest and most influential trade exhibitions. Held in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province from 1 to 5 May 2026, the fair brought together thousands of global buyers, manufacturers, …

Kampala, Uganda — The Government of Uganda has formally signed a Host Country Agreement with the Centre for Agriculture and Biosciences International, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to strengthen agricultural productivity, expand export competitiveness, and deepen scientific collaboration in the agriculture sector. The agreement, signed by Hon. Gen. Odongo Jeje Abubakhar on behalf of the Government of Uganda, …