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Kampala, Uganda – Today, the Electoral Commission of Uganda met with Ambassadors and other top diplomats from different countries who work in Uganda. The purpose of the meeting was to tell them about the plans for the 2025/2026 General Elections. The meeting took place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Kampala. The head of the Electoral Commission, Justice Byabakama Mugenyi Simon, gave the diplomats an update. He spoke about the important steps already completed in the election timeline and what will happen next, leading up to the voting early next year.

Kampala, Uganda – Heads of primary and secondary schools are reminded that today, July 31, 2025, is the final day to register students for this year's national exams. This is the last chance for schools to register candidates for the Primary Leaving Examination (PLE), Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE), and Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE). After today, all school online systems for registration will be closed. The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) will not accept any more registration information for candidates taking exams this year.

Kampala, Uganda – President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni of Uganda and President William Ruto of Kenya have signed several new agreements, boosting the partnership between their two countries. This brings the total number of cooperation agreements between Uganda and Kenya to 25. The new agreements cover important areas such as: Tourism Fishing and Fish Farming Agriculture and Animal Farming Transport and Roads Cooperation between Standards Bureaus Encouraging Investment Property Rights Support for Small Businesses Trading Across Borders These agreements show that both nations are committed to working more closely together on their economies, increasing trade, and making the East African region more stable. At a joint press conference, President Museveni highlighted Africa's potential to grow through producing goods in factories and farming. He also stressed how important it is to find markets for these goods and services. President Ruto praised the strong partnership between Kenya a...

Kampala, Uganda – The National Unity Platform has officially showed off its 2026 presidential campaign poster yesterday, Wednesday, at its headquarters in Makerere Kavule. During the press conference, members from the Teso sub-region spoke about their problems. They shared deep concerns that the current plan to compensate war victims has been taken over by "regime agents," and that the real people who deserve compensation from past conflicts are being left out. At the same event, the party's fundraising committee gave an update on how much money they have collected so far. They also asked everyone who had promised money to please fulfill their pledges.

Kampala, Uganda – The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) wants to make something clear. They are not going to start setting "mock examinations" for schools, even though some news reports said they would. UNEB says that a recent news story incorrectly used the words "pre-tests" and "mock exams" as if they were the same thing. The truth is that UNEB is currently carrying out "pre-tests" in some selected schools. These pre-tests are part of UNEB's effort to make sure the questions and tasks used for the new Competency-Based Assessment are of good quality. So, while UNEB is indeed doing some testing in schools, it's for quality checks of their new assessment methods, not for setting practice "mock exams" that students would take.

  Entebbe, Uganda – The head of Uganda's Special Forces Command (SFC), Major General David Mugisha , has thanked President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for his leadership. Maj Gen Mugisha said that President Museveni's vision has turned the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) into a modern and skilled army. "I thank President Museveni, who is also the Commander-in-Chief of the UPDF, for his good leadership. He has changed the army from a group fighting a guerrilla war into a modern and professional force in the region," said Maj Gen Mugisha. He made these comments at a ceremony where 52 SFC officers retired at the SFC headquarters in Entebbe. This group included eight high-ranking officers and 44 other soldiers. Maj Gen Mugisha explained that President Museveni created a respectful way for soldiers to retire, making sure they leave with honor. "Today, our brothers and sisters retire proudly, walking out with their heads high and happy with the system they have se...

Kampala, Uganda – Leaders of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) party are working to bring unity ahead of their important delegates' conference on Thursday. Today, the FDC elders will meet with the two main candidates for president at Najjanankumbi. The elders hope to create harmony within the party and ensure that everyone respects the results of the upcoming conference. They are also aiming, if possible, for the two candidates to agree on a single person to lead the party. This effort is to keep the FDC united and prevent any disagreements from causing divisions.

Entebbe, Uganda – All preparations are complete at Entebbe Airport to welcome the football teams arriving for the African Nations Championship (CHAN). Uganda is co-hosting the CHAN tournament with Kenya and Tanzania. The games will take place from August 2 to August 30, 2025 . A special arrival booth has been set up at Entebbe Airport just for the arriving teams. Airport officials are working closely with the CHAN organizers. Their goal is to make sure all the teams have a smooth and memorable arrival experience in Uganda. 

Mukono, Uganda – Early in the morning on July 27, 2025, at about 3:00 AM, a group of people armed with pangas (machetes) attacked several villages, robbing many residents. The attackers started their crimes in Nabweru, Mukono District. They then moved through Kyaliwajjala and Sonde in Wakiso, and later went to Seeta Town in Mukono. One of the arrested suspects admitted to this path. On their way back to Nabweru, they robbed another location at Namanve Industrial Park along the Kampala-Jinja highway. A group of motorcycle taxi drivers, known as boda-boda riders, began to chase them. They soon got help from officers at the Namanve Coca-Cola police post, who joined the pursuit. The police found the suspects parked behind KAWACOM Company in the industrial park. During a confrontation, one of the robbers, identified as Nsubuga, tried to attack a police officer. The officer shot Nsubuga in the waist and leg, stopping him. Police also arrested two other suspects: Asimwe Stephen, 26 years old ...

Kampala, Uganda – Today, a group of officials from Kiambu, Kenya, met with the Lord Mayor of Kampala, Erias Lukwago. The group was led by their Speaker from the County Assembly Service Board of Kiambu. During the meeting, Lord Mayor Lukwago stressed the importance of making the relationship between Kiambu and Kampala stronger. He said they should work together and form partnerships in areas that benefit both places.

Kampala, Uganda – Police in Uganda have safely returned a young boy, 2.8-year-old Ivan Bent, to his parents today. Ivan was kidnapped from his mother in an area called Musajja Alumbwa. The person who took him was identified as Amani Jesteri, who then escaped to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Working with other security groups, the police managed to catch the suspect. They also successfully found Ivan, who was alive and well. Police officials praised their officers for acting quickly. Their fast response led to the suspect's arrest and the safe rescue of the child. The suspect is now in police custody and will face charges in court.

Kampala, Uganda – Four people were arrested today for trying to trick a Turkish businessman out of nearly $5 million. The suspects tried to get money from Mr. Furkan Gumran and his company, SIRUS BLUE CHEMICAL MANUFACTURING CO., LTD. They claimed they could sell a special chemical called AD BLUE Solution to the Ugandan government. The arrests were made by Uganda's Anti-Corruption Unit (AntiGraft_SH), working with the police (CID1_UG) and public prosecutors (ODPPUGANDA). The suspects were caught on July 22, 2025. The four suspects pretended to be part of a fake "Special Contracts Committee" in the Office of the President. They claimed this committee was in charge of buying the AD BLUE Solution for the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development. The arrested individuals are:  * Dr. Mulyansaka Charles – Who claimed to be the Chairman of the fake committee.  * Mwesigwa Moses – Who claimed to be the Director of Procurement.  * Seruma Moses – Who claimed to be a Com...

Kampala, Uganda – A special gathering was held earlier today at Kabojja International School in Buziga to remember the late Justice Professor George Wilson Kanyeihamba. This event, called a vigil, was a time for people to honor and mourn the respected legal mind. The vigil began with a church service. It was led by Reverend Hillary Jaffu, who is an Assistant Provost at All Saints’ Cathedral in Kampala. More details about Justice Kanyeihamba's life and passing are expected to be shared soon.

Kampala, Uganda – President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has arrived at the home of the late Justice Professor George Wilson Kanyeihamba. Justice Kanyeihamba, a highly respected legal expert and former Justice of the Supreme Court of Uganda, passed away on Friday, July 19, 2025, at the age of 85. Justice Kanyeihamba was a very important figure in Uganda's legal history. He served as both a former Minister of Justice and Attorney General, playing a key role in creating Uganda's laws and constitution. He was also a founding member of the Uganda Human Rights Commission. In addition, he was an influential teacher, having taught law at Makerere University and in other countries. The President's visit highlights the nation's mourning for a man who greatly contributed to Uganda's legal and constitutional development.

Kyotera, Uganda – Yesterday, police officers in Kyotera stopped a serious robbery and recovered 50 million Ugandan shillings. Five armed robbers attacked the manager of Mazima Bugaga Coffee factory and stole the money. However, police officers quickly chased after the robbers. They caught up with them in Kizigo Village, which is on the road to Masaka. During a clash with the police, one of the robbers, Ssenyuumu Lawrence, was stopped. The other four robbers got away. The police found two guns, a motorcycle, and other items that were part of the crime. Police are now continuing to search for the robbers who escaped.

Entebbe, Uganda – President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni recently met with the outgoing Ambassador of France to Uganda, H.E. Xavier Sticker, at State House Entebbe. During their discussion, President Museveni stressed that countries around the world need to work together. He urged Western nations to join hands with other countries, especially those in Africa, to help everyone develop fairly and to improve trade. "We need to unite to make the world great," President Museveni said. The President also pointed out that there are unfair differences in development that harm both developing countries and Western nations. He explained, "We need to buy each other's finished products. For example, while we buy machines and raw materials for factories from the West, we also want them to buy our finished goods, like clothes and processed milk. This helps create jobs and grow our economy here in Uganda." President Museveni also said he was hopeful about Uganda's friendly relat...

Vienna, Austria – On July 21, 2025, a top Ugandan official met with the head of the world's nuclear agency to discuss Uganda's plans for nuclear power. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (PS MoFA), Vincent Bagiire, met with Rafael Mariano Grossi, the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency , at his office in Vienna. The Ugandan team included Ambassador Stephen Mubiru, who represents Uganda in Germany and Austria, along with Ambassador Dora Kutesa, Mr. Anthony Agama, Ms. Anne Nabaasa, and Ms. Isabella Nakalema. During the meeting, the PS MoFA told Director General Grossi that Uganda has opened a special office in Vienna. This new office will help Uganda work more easily and closely with the IAEA as Uganda develops its ability to create nuclear power. Uganda plans to generate electricity from uranium found within its own borders.

Kampala, Uganda – Uganda is getting a new plan for how it manages its public money. This new plan, called the PFM Reform Strategy, will start tomorrow, Thursday, July 24, 2025. The launch event will happen at the Kampala Serena Hotel. This new strategy is important because the old one finished on June 30, 2025. Having a good way to manage public money, also called Public Financial Management (PFM), is very important for Uganda to grow and provide important services to its people. When money is managed well, the government can use its resources wisely, avoid problems, and be clear about how it spends money. This new PFM plan is made to help Uganda reach its goal of growing its economy ten times bigger to reach USD 500 billion by the year 2040.

Kampala, Uganda  On a serene hill just five kilometers northwest of Kampala's bustling center lies a place of profound spiritual and historical importance: the Kasubi Tombs. This sprawling 26-hectare site is more than just a burial ground; it's the final resting place of four powerful Kabakas (kings of Buganda) and other members of the Baganda royal family, making it a vital spiritual and political hub for the Ganda people. It's also a stunning example of traditional African architecture, a fact recognized by UNESCO, which declared it a World Heritage Site in December 2001. UNESCO called it "one of the most remarkable buildings using purely vegetal materials in the entire region of sub-Saharan Africa." A Legacy Spanning Centuries The heart of the Kasubi Tombs complex is a royal palace, originally built in 1882 by Muteesa I, the 35th Kabaka of Buganda. This new palace became a sacred burial ground upon his death in 1884. What makes Kasubi unique is its departure fr...

  Kampala, Uganda – Senior police officer AIGP Bamunoba Ubaldo has started a special training program for police officers. This training, lasting five days, is happening at Unik Hotel in Kyaliwajala, Namugongo. The program is about "Diversion." This means finding new ways to help children who break minor laws, instead of sending them straight to court. The Child and Family Protection Department organized this training. The goal is to teach police officers how to work with young offenders in a way that helps them change and become good members of society again. This approach focuses on fixing the harm done and being kind to the children. AIGP Bamunoba asked the officers to take the training seriously. He wants them to help change how police stations deal with cases involving young people. He also said that police should work closely with others in the justice system to protect children from harm, bad labels, and upsetting experiences that can come from going to court.

President Yoweri Museveni has sent his good wishes and congratulations to the NRM party members. This is about the NRM elections that happened on July 17, 2025. The President shared that about 9.22 million NRM members voted in these elections. This is about half of the total NRM members, which is 18.5 million. President Museveni said it was a good number of people to vote, especially since it was a normal workday in the middle of the week. He said, "Congratulations." However, President Museveni also strongly spoke against some bad actions that he heard happened in some areas. He said some people are accused of: Changing election results. Messing with the voter lists. Using violence, which caused injuries and even some deaths. Using money and gifts to bribe voters. The President said that those who did these bad things will be punished by law. He said it will be easiest to start with those who changed the results.

President Yoweri K. Museveni has shared his sadness over the death of Professor Kanyeihaamba, a well-known Ugandan. President Museveni remembered first meeting Professor Kanyeihaamba at a famous debate at Makerere University. This was a long time ago, when Professor Mazrui and Dr. Rodney discussed important ideas about independence. Later, during the 1981-86 war, Professor Kanyeihaamba worked with President Museveni in the UK as part of a special committee. After Uganda became free, Professor Kanyeihaamba joined the NRM government. He served as a minister and even represented the people of Rubaanda. He later became a judge. President Museveni praised Professor Kanyeihaamba's dedication to Uganda and the NRM. He sent his deepest sympathies to Professor Kanyeihaamba's family and friends. "May his soul rest in eternal peace," the President said.

Luzira, Uganda – Prison officers from Luzira Women’s Prison and medical staff from Murchison Bay Prison Hospital and Luzira Prison Staff Hospital recently participated in a comprehensive training session at the Luzira Youth Centre. The training, led by Mr. Frank Baine, Senior Commissioner of Prisons (Deputy Director CCA/Service Spokesperson), focused on instilling patriotism, professionalism, empathy, discipline, and humility. The program aimed at mindset change, improving customer care, enhancing public relations, and boosting financial literacy among the staff. Mr. Baine particularly stressed the importance of confidentiality for medical workers, emphasizing the ethical need to safeguard patient privacy while providing compassionate care. He also highlighted the significance of hospitality and quality service, urging staff to treat all individuals—inmates, colleagues, and local residents—with kindness and respect to build trust and strengthen community ties. Mr. Baine also champione...

KAMPALA, UGANDA – The 2nd Uganda Urban Refugee Marathon recently brought together refugees and Ugandan citizens at Old Kampala Secondary School, fostering a spirit of unity and support for urban refugee communities. The event, organized by the Office of the President, Diaspora Affairs, in collaboration with the Forum for Youth Organizations, aimed to raise awareness and support for refugees in Uganda, which hosts the largest refugee population in Africa. A key participant in the marathon was the Anti Corrupt Unit State House, highlighting its commitment to ensuring fair treatment for all refugees. The chief runner, Uganda's 1st Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of East African Affairs, Rt. Hon. Rebecca Kadaga, spoke at the event, emphasizing the country's strong support for refugees. She noted that Uganda currently provides a home for over 1 million refugees. Hon. Kadaga assured the refugee community of a peaceful stay and a supportive environment for their businesses. The An...