Nine rescued in Kawempe building collapse
KAMPALA — At least nine people have been rescued and rushed to hospital after a building under construction collapsed in Kisota Zone, Kibaaye Parish, Kawempe Division on Friday afternoon, leaving…
UPDF to recruit 10,200 new soldiers
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has announced a nationwide recruitment exercise for 10,200 soldiers, with military leadership emphasizing strict anti-corruption measures and a stronger focus on science and technical…
Mayiga stirs debate after calling Uganda Martyrs “traitors”
KAMPALA — Buganda Kingdom Katikkiro Charles Peter Mayiga has ignited nationwide controversy following remarks in which he described the Uganda Martyrs as “traitors” from the perspective of the Buganda royal…
UWA takes custody of 8.8 tonnes of wildlife contraband
KAMPALA — The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has officially taken custody of 8,857.84 kilograms of wildlife contraband that had been held by the Uganda Aviation Police for more than 14…
Mbale zoo receives first animals
MBALE — Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has begun stocking the newly established UWEC-Mbale Zoo with wildlife ahead of its official inauguration on June 12, 2026, marking a major milestone in…
