UCC wants over 500 porn sites blocked
KAMPALA — The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has directed telecommunications companies to block at least 500 websites accused of distributing pornographic content, in a move aimed at enforcing national broadcasting…
Bill turning citizens into foreigners tabled
KAMPALA — Uganda’s proposed Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026 is drawing growing scrutiny from analysts and lawmakers, with concerns emerging over its potential impact on citizens, particularly those in the…
Nema seizes Lira nightspot equipment over noise
LIRA CITY — The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has intensified enforcement against noise pollution, impounding sound equipment from a popular entertainment venue in Lira City over repeated violations of…
Malema sentenced to five years over firearm
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa — Opposition leader Julius Malema has been sentenced to five years in prison after being found guilty of illegal possession and discharge of a firearm in public,…
Citibank to raise €2.7bn for Standard Gauge Railway
KAMPALA — Uganda has appointed Citibank to mobilise financing for its planned €2.7 billion Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) linking Malaba on the Kenya border to Kampala, in a renewed push…
