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🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Museveni Will Decide Next Speaker, Says Lulume Bayigga

Michael Phillip Lulume Bayigga stated that President Museveni will ultimately decide the next Speaker of Uganda's Parliament, highlighting the influence of the presidency over parliamentary leadership.

Feb 26 β€’ 12:17 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Postimees
National & Local

"Strange act." Women seen kissing in Uganda may face life imprisonment

Two young women in Uganda were arrested for kissing in public, which is punishable by life imprisonment under the country's laws.

Feb 26 β€’ 11:16 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Foot & Mouth Disease Outbreak Shuts Ntungamo Livestock Markets

An outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease in Ntungamo District, Uganda, has led to the closure of livestock markets and heightened tensions between veterinary authorities and local farmers.

Feb 26 β€’ 08:25 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
Crime & Justice

Two women arrested in Uganda for allegedly kissing in public could face life sentence

Two women in Uganda face the possibility of life in prison after being arrested for allegedly kissing in public, an act deemed as same-sex activity in the country.

Feb 26 β€’ 08:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: Breakthrough Sickle Cell Gene Therapy a Distant Hope in Africa

A new gene therapy for sickle cell disease, successful in Western nations, remains unaffordable for most patients in Africa as Uganda begins nationwide newborn screening for the disorder.

Feb 25 β€’ 12:01 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El PaΓ­s
National & Local

Chimpanzees test positive for alcohol: like one or two drinks a day

A study found that many wild chimpanzees are consuming alcohol by eating overripe fruits, similar to one or two drinks a day for humans.

Feb 25 β€’ 00:05 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Uganda: Worries grow over Kizza Besigye's health

There is rising concern about the health of Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye, who has been imprisoned for over a year, as threats against his life continue to emerge.

Feb 24 β€’ 20:03 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Uncertainty As Besigye, Lutale Return to Court On Treason Charges

Kizza Besigye and Hajj Obed Lutale are set to return to court facing treason charges amid health concerns and procedural disputes regarding their court appearance.

Feb 24 β€’ 12:33 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The mission of the man who defeated leishmaniasis and today leads the fight against the deadly disease

Andrew Ochieng is on a mission to combat visceral leishmaniasis in the border region between Kenya and Uganda, drawing from his own experience of suffering from the disease.

Feb 24 β€’ 12:26 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Mass for Ugandan opposition figure Kizza Besigye reportedly blocked on president's orders

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has reportedly blocked a church mass intended to honor detained opposition leader Kizza Besigye, citing political reasons.

Feb 24 β€’ 08:11 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Why School Fees Shouldn't Be a National Crisis

The article discusses the recurring issue of school fee payment crises in Uganda, highlighting the struggles of parents and schools in managing their financial dynamics.

Feb 24 β€’ 07:27 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Kacita's Sekito Says 'New Breath' for Kampala As KCCA Clears Streets

The acting chairman of KACITA praises the Kampala authorities for clearing street vendors, calling it a significant move towards restoring order in the city.

Feb 23 β€’ 18:08 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Ggoobi Directs Accounting Officers to Seek Cabinet Clearance Before Signing Governance Agreements

The Ugandan Secretary to the Treasury has instructed government officials to obtain Cabinet approval before signing governance-related agreements with development partners.

Feb 23 β€’ 18:08 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Ikon Awards Partners With Blue Pictures to Open Global Doors for Ugandan Filmmakers

The iKON Awards has partnered with Blue Pictures Entertainment to enhance global opportunities for Ugandan filmmakers through a new initiative.

Feb 23 β€’ 18:08 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: JCRC Launches Shs15bn Drive to Build Uganda's First Bone Marrow Transplant Centre

The Joint Clinical Research Centre has initiated a Shs15 billion fundraising campaign to establish Uganda's first bone marrow transplant center to improve treatment for sickle cell disease and blood disorders.

Feb 23 β€’ 18:08 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Govt Tightens Controls On Governance Deals and ICT Spending in 2026/27 Budget

The Ugandan government has implemented stricter controls on governance-related projects and ICT spending in the upcoming budget, mandating Cabinet approval for all related contracts and agreements.

Feb 23 β€’ 18:08 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

East Africa: Uganda Secures Visa-Free Travel With Egypt and UAE

Uganda has secured visa-free travel agreements with Egypt and the United Arab Emirates for holders of diplomatic and official passports to enhance diplomatic relations and trade.

Feb 23 β€’ 18:08 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Airtel Uganda Reports Shs1 Trillion Revenue

Airtel Uganda Limited has announced a revenue of Shs 1 trillion for the year ended December 31, 2025, marking significant financial growth compared to the previous year.

Feb 23 β€’ 18:07 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: What Now After Kampala Snubs EU Parliament Over Post-Election Fallout?

Uganda has declined to participate in an EU Parliament hearing regarding allegations of election misconduct, raising diplomatic tensions.

Feb 23 β€’ 18:07 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Mixed Signals From Government Over Potential Treason Charges Against Bobi Wine

Conflicting statements from Ugandan government officials have created uncertainty regarding potential treason charges against opposition leader Bobi Wine.

Feb 23 β€’ 18:07 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Breaking - Shooting At Kiboga Prison Leaves Three Dead

A shooting at Kiboga Prison in Uganda resulted in the deaths of three individuals, including a prison deputy, after a warder opened fire in a shocking incident.

Feb 23 β€’ 18:07 UTC
πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡ͺ Aftonbladet
National & Local

Tabitha, 19, has no time to wait - deported in three weeks

Tabitha Katushabe, a 19-year-old student in Sweden, faces imminent deportation to Uganda, separating her from her family.

Feb 23 β€’ 11:13 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
World

After Welcoming His Father to Hamidti.. The Ugandan Army Commander and President's Son Attacks the 'Rapid Support Forces'

Ugandan Army General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, son of President Yoweri Museveni, launched a fierce attack on Sudanese Rapid Support Forces leader Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, alleging involvement in atrocities against Sudanese and Africans.

Feb 23 β€’ 08:40 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Govt Issues Weather Advisory to Help Farmers Navigate Seasonal Changes

The Ugandan government has issued a weather advisory to assist farmers in planning for the upcoming agricultural season as the region transitions from dry weather to rainy conditions.

Feb 23 β€’ 05:27 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡° Politiken
National & Local

"At one point he took a cow dung and came towards me as if he wanted to smear it in my face": Ugandan Linda had the nightmare of her life as an intern on a Danish farm

Linda, a 22-year-old from Uganda, faced horrific living conditions during her agricultural internship in Denmark, including a filthy accommodation and fear of repercussions for speaking out.

Feb 22 β€’ 15:57 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Sudan: Uganda's reception of Hamidti is 'direct support for genocide'

The Sudanese Foreign Ministry condemns Uganda for welcoming Rapid Support Forces leader Mohamed Hamdan Daglo, calling it direct support for genocide.

Feb 22 β€’ 09:47 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Uganda's Museveni holds talks with Sudan's RSF leader amid push to end war

Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni met with Sudan's RSF leader Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo to discuss ways to end the ongoing conflict in Sudan and restore stability in the region.

Feb 22 β€’ 07:32 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Sudanese Doubt Hamidi's Seriousness and His Disinterest in the Presidency

Sudanese people express skepticism regarding Hemedti's statements about not seeking the presidency, sparked by his recent visit to Uganda.

Feb 21 β€’ 19:25 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: UPDF and RDF Reinforce Bilateral Cooperation At Musanze Security Talks

The UPDF and RDF concluded a three-day meeting in Musanze aimed at enhancing security cooperation along the Uganda-Rwanda border.

Feb 21 β€’ 15:15 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Hamidti from Uganda: We have half a million fighters and I do not want to become president

Mohammed Hamdan Dagalo, known as Hemeti, claims to have over 500,000 fighters in Sudan and expresses a desire not to become president during a recent meeting with Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni.

Feb 20 β€’ 18:40 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda's Suicide Burden Likely Far Higher Than Official Figures, Experts Warn

Experts in Uganda warn that the country is likely underreporting suicide deaths due to weak surveillance and stigma surrounding mental health.

Feb 20 β€’ 05:18 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Mental Health Crisis Takes Centre Stage As Govt Launches Population Report

The Ugandan government highlights a significant mental health crisis as it launches the 2025 State of Uganda Population Report, emphasizing its impact on national productivity and economic growth.

Feb 20 β€’ 05:10 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Bobi Wine Says Wife, Children Fled Uganda Over Safety Fears

Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine revealed that his wife and children fled the country due to safety concerns following the controversial presidential election in January.

Feb 19 β€’ 12:21 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
World

In the video.. A group of Ugandan children supports Vinicius by dancing

A Ugandan children's troupe performed a dance in support of Brazilian footballer Vinicius Jr. following a recent incident of racial abuse.

Feb 19 β€’ 07:27 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Bobi Calls for Prayers for Political Prisoners As Lent and Ramadan Begin

Bobi Wine has called on Ugandans to dedicate the Lenten season to prayers for political prisoners and those in need.

Feb 19 β€’ 05:22 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Senior Ugandan security officials sued by global entrepreneur Vasundhara Oswal for arbitrary detention

Vasundhara Oswal, a prominent international entrepreneur, has filed a petition against Ugandan security officials for her alleged arbitrary detention for nearly three weeks.

Feb 18 β€’ 16:43 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: IGG Launches New Five-Year Strategy to Fight Corruption

The Inspectorate of Government in Uganda has launched a five-year strategic plan focused on strengthening anti-corruption measures in government operations.

Feb 18 β€’ 14:36 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Museveni, Saudi Arabian Delegation Talk Coffee Value Addition

President Museveni met with a Saudi Arabian delegation to discuss enhancing economic cooperation, especially in coffee value addition.

Feb 18 β€’ 09:48 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Kizza Besigye - the Firebrand Who Has Shaped Opposition Politics in Uganda

Kizza Besigye, a prominent Ugandan opposition leader and former ally of President Yoweri Museveni, has faced numerous arrests and state violence while fighting for political change.

Feb 18 β€’ 04:36 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: Coffee Crops Are Dying From a Fungus With Species-Jumping Genes - Researchers Are 'Resurrecting' Their Genomes to Understand How and Why

Researchers are investigating a devastating coffee wilt disease that affects coffee crops globally, caused by the fungus Fusarium xylarioides, which has severe implications for coffee production and supply.

Feb 18 β€’ 04:36 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Museveni Warns Intimidating Leaders Risk Repeating Amin's Mistakes

President Museveni cautioned that leaders using intimidation echo the authoritarian tactics of Idi Amin during a national prayer event in Kitgum District.

Feb 17 β€’ 05:13 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
World

Recruiting Africans in Russia: A Humanitarian Tragedy and a Political Crisis Across Continents

Reports reveal a clandestine network in Russia recruiting Ugandan citizens for the fighting in Ukraine, raising concerns about exploitation and government responsibility.

Feb 16 β€’ 07:45 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Watch.. A baboon monkey invades a mosque and drives worshippers to flee

A baboon monkey caused chaos at a mosque in Uganda, prompting worshippers to flee out of fear.

Feb 16 β€’ 06:12 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: Vice President Alupo Calls for UN Security Council Reforms At AU Summit

Vice President Jessica Alupo of Uganda called for reforms in the UN Security Council to ensure better representation for Africa during her address at the AU Summit in Addis Ababa.

Feb 16 β€’ 05:29 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Government Shuts Tin Mining Depot in Isingiro

The Ugandan government has abruptly closed a tin mining depot in Isingiro, leaving many artisanal miners facing economic hardship and rising crime rates.

Feb 16 β€’ 05:29 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Museveni Defends BVV Machines As Key to Credible Polls, Says Technology Closed Opposition's 'Cheating Lifeline'

President Museveni asserts that the implementation of Biometric Voter Verification (BVV) machines in the recent elections was crucial for ensuring electoral integrity and reducing fraud.

Feb 16 β€’ 05:28 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Odonga Otto Calls for National Dialogue, Says Opposition Must Check Government - Not Museveni

Odonga Otto urges the opposition in Uganda to focus on national dialogue and issue-based politics rather than personal attacks against President Museveni.

Feb 16 β€’ 04:55 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Sudanese Move in Uganda to Encircle Supporters of the Rapid Support Forces

Sudan's Vice President Malik Agar has urged Uganda's President Museveni to leverage regional connections to address support for the Rapid Support Forces in Sudan.

Feb 14 β€’ 16:36 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
World

Uganda: MEPs Demand Investigation into Possible Crimes Against Humanity

Members of the European Parliament are calling for an investigation into potential crimes against humanity following concerns over the post-election situation in Uganda.

Feb 14 β€’ 03:29 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Ugandans lured to fight for Russia in Ukraine, reports say

Ugandan citizens are reportedly being recruited to fight for Russia in Ukraine amid ongoing investigations into the forced recruitment networks.

Feb 13 β€’ 15:50 UTC

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