The United States of America and the Government of Uganda have signed a landmark five-year, $2.3 billion Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that establishes a new framework for bilateral health cooperation. The agreement sets out a shared vision to save lives, strengthen Uganda’s health system, and bolster global health security under the America First Global Health…
By BBC Rebel forces have entered the last government-held city in mineral-rich eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, in an offensive that has forced thousands to flee across the border into Burundi, residents say. Heavy artillery and gunfire could be heard in Uvira, with terrified residents describing the situation as chaotic. The escalation in fighting comes…
Cape Town, South Africa — Kiira Motors’ groundbreaking African Electric Expedition has reached a historic climax with the arrival of the expedition team in Cape Town, completing an extraordinary 7,125-kilometre journey across the continent. The team, travelling in Kiira’s electric mobility innovations, was warmly received on arrival by Hon. Dr Monica Musenero Masanza, Minister for…
Airtel Africa Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Airtel Africa plc, has announced the launch of its ‘Airtel Africa Foundation Tech Fellowship’ initiative in Uganda. The initiative will award 20 Tech Fellowships to Ugandan undergraduates from low-income households, enabling them to pursue degrees in STEM fields. The program directly tackles the financial and skills barriers that…
President Museveni has criticised what he described as a lack of political and economic consciousness among African youth. “I always wonder why young people are not thinking about the future of Africa. You spend a lot of time dancing and watching football,” he said. “At 20, I was already thinking about liberation and the long-term…
Pearl Bank (formerly PostBank Uganda) has launched a new festive initiative dubbed “Pearl Santa”, aimed at celebrating and appreciating customers across selected branches this holiday season. The campaign will feature surprise visits from “Pearl Santa,” who will spread Christmas cheer through interactions, cake cutting, and festive giveaways. Priscilla Akora, the bank’s Head of Marketing and…
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has issued a strong warning to government officials and local leaders accused of mismanaging funds under the Parish Development Model (PDM), vowing a nationwide crackdown to protect beneficiaries and restore trust in the flagship poverty-eradication programme. Speaking on Monday, December 8, 2025, at Kabarole State Lodge in Fort Portal City, the…
Uganda’s ambitious rhino restoration programme reached a new milestone on Tuesday as the first of eight rhinos imported from South Africa officially touched the ground at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary in Nakasongola. The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) confirmed the arrival in a brief update, sparking excitement among conservationists and wildlife enthusiasts. “The first rhino has touched…
National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi, alias Bobi Wine, was on Tuesday repeatedly blocked by security forces from accessing his scheduled campaign venues in Bunyangabu, Fort Portal City and Kabarole District. Kyagulanyi’s convoy was first intercepted in Bunyangabu, where his rally was dispersed. Later in the afternoon, he was stopped again at Butebe…
Igara East MP and NRM flag bearer, Hon. Micheal Mawanda Maranga, has officially launched his 2026 re-election campaigns in Kyeizooba Sub-county, covering the villages of Bwera and Kitagata. Addressing enthusiastic supporters, Mawanda pledged to prioritise poverty reduction in his next term by lobbying for increased allocations under the Parish Development Model (PDM). He also promised…