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Capt. Mike Mukula has stepped out of the race for Vice Chairman of the Eastern Region. He is now supporting Mr. David Calvin Echodu. President Museveni said this is a good example of "solution-based leadership." He said it is more important to get things done than to worry about who is in charge. He thanked the two leaders for working together for the good of everyone.

  Haji Haruna Kasolo has won the election for National Vice Chairperson for the Central Region (Buganda). He was declared the winner after a vote was held. The position is important for the Central Region. Haji Kasolo will now help lead and represent the people of Buganda.

KAMPALA, UGANDA – President Yoweri Museveni, who is also the NRM party chairman, arrived at Kololo Independence Grounds today. He was with the First Lady, Maama Janet Museveni, who is also the Minister of Education and Sports. They are leading the NRM Delegates Conference. The President is giving a special speech to a large crowd of excited delegates. The meeting has a theme: "Building a Shared Prosperity: Investing in Uganda’s Future.” The event is a big moment for the party and its members.

​ KAMPALA, UGANDA – Important members of the NRM party are voting today. They are choosing a new leader for a top position in the party. ​The voting is for the job of 2nd National Vice Chairperson. Two well-known people are running for the job: Speaker Anita Annet Among and Hon. Rebecca Kadaga. ​The voting is happening at Kololo. President Museveni is there to watch the process. Everyone is waiting to see who will win this important position in the party.

KAMPALA, UGANDA – The National Resistance Movement (NRM) party has chosen President Yoweri Museveni to be their candidate for president again. He will run in the election for the years 2026 to 2031. The party's meeting, called the National Delegates Conference, was held at Kololo Independence Grounds. At the meeting, everyone agreed that President Museveni should be the one to lead the party and run for president. In a speech, President Museveni said thank you to the people who chose him. He said, "I thank you for putting trust in me to be your chairman of the NRM... and for electing me as the party flagbearer for the presidential contest." He also congratulated his fellow party member, Hajji Moses Kigongo. Kigongo was elected without anyone running against him. This means President Museveni will be on the ballot in the next big election in Uganda. He has been president since 1986.

​KAMPALA – President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni today opened the first meeting of the 4th National Conference of the National Resistance Movement (NRM). He congratulated all the new members who have been elected, saying it is good to see new leaders continuing the work of the elders. ​The theme for this conference is: "Protecting the Gains as We Make a Qualitative Leap into High Middle-Income Status." ​President Museveni explained that to reach this goal, the NRM must focus on seven main areas in the new term: ​Fighting Poverty: The party must work to help more Ugandans escape poverty. ​Stopping Corruption: The President said that corrupt people should not be allowed to ruin the NRM's progress. ​Better Police Work: He said the police must fight crime well and that citizens should report them if they do not. ​Maintaining Roads: The government will continue to put money into keeping roads in good condition, with 1.3 billion shillings given to eac...

​KAMPALA – Traffic in Kampala is seeing some changes this week due to a major conference at the Kololo Ceremonial Grounds. The National Resistance Movement (NRM) Delegates Conference, which runs from August 18th to August 28th, is bringing many people into the city, affecting how cars move around. ​To handle the extra traffic and keep things safe, police have set up a special plan. ​New Routes and Road Closures ​Main Way to the Conference: If you are a delegate going to the event, the main road is Ssezibwa Road to Golf Course Road/Fairway Road, leading to the grounds. ​Roads Still Open: Most of the regular traffic can still use roads like John Babiiha Road (Acacia Avenue) and Jinja Road with no problems. ​Roads Closed: Some roads near Kololo are closed to everyone except very important people (VVIPs). These include Lower Kololo Terrace and Upper Kololo Terrace. Drivers who usually use these roads should instead use Archer Road to get to Jinja Road. Wampewo Avenue is ...

Delegates have packed into tents and pavilions, their faces alight with excitement and anticipation as they await the arrival of President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. The atmosphere is buzzing as the National Chairman of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) is set to officially open the National Conferences of Special Interest Groups (SIGs). The venues are already at full capacity, with delegates patiently waiting to hear from H.E. Museveni. The mood is hopeful and eager, with many looking forward to the start of the conferences.

The National Resistance Movement (NRM) has officially launched its campaign for President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. The party revealed a new campaign picture and a main slogan. The new portrait of President Museveni was shown today. It was a special event led by top NRM leaders. These leaders included the party's First and Second Vice Chairmen, Al-Hajji Moses Kigongo and Rebecca Kadaga. Other important party members were also there. The campaign's main message is: "Protecting the gains as we make a qualitative leap into high middle income status." This theme talks about two things. First, it focuses on keeping the good things the country has already achieved. Second, it promises to move Uganda forward to a higher economic level. This launch marks the official start of the NRM's campaign efforts for the upcoming elections.

The National Resistance Movement (NRM) has officially released the new campaign picture for their presidential candidate, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. The portrait shows President Museveni smiling. He is wearing his signature hat and a light-colored suit. The background is a clean, simple color. The NRM says the new picture will be used on all campaign materials. This includes posters, billboards, and social media. The party hopes the new look will help them connect with voters. President Museveni is seeking another term in the upcoming elections. The NRM is confident that the new portrait will be a strong symbol of their campaign.

KAMPALA – The Commercial Division of the High Court in Kampala has started a two-week program to help people solve their legal problems without a full trial. This program, called the Mediation Fortnight, launched today at the court's offices. More than 200 cases are set to be handled during this time. HW Zulaika Nanteza, a court official, said the goal is to show people how well mediation works. "The more we do mediation, the more people will accept it," she said. She added that each time they do this, they learn new ways to make it better. Another official, HW Jessica Chemeri, explained that the program will help clear the large number of cases waiting to be heard. She said 12 people will act as mediators, including judges and retired judges. The court hopes this event will show that mediation is a good way to solve problems. It is seen as a faster, cheaper, and friendlier way to get justice, helping people settle their arguments without a big fight in court.

Kampala, Uganda – As Uganda looks towards the 2026 general elections, a significant step was taken today as representatives for H.E. Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, collected presidential nomination forms from the Electoral Commission. This signals his official intent to contest the upcoming polls. The move comes with a strong message from Bobi Wine's camp: "The Protest Vote Starts Now!" This slogan highlights their approach to the election, framing it as a continued stand against the current government and a call for change. The collection of these forms is a key part of the election process, allowing presidential hopefuls to begin the formal steps required to be on the ballot. Candidates must meet certain criteria, including collecting signatures from registered voters across a significant number of districts. Bobi Wine, a musician and opposition leader, has previously challenged President Yoweri Museveni in past elections. His supporters view ...

  Kampala, Uganda – The Deputy Speaker of Uganda's Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, has met with Swami Shree Madhavapriyadasji, a respected Hindu spiritual leader and educator. The meeting took place at the Parliament building. Swami Shree Madhavapriyadasji is the founder and chairman of Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul Vishwavidya Pratishthanam (SGVP), an organization based in Ahmedabad, India. He is known for promoting traditional values, encouraging different faiths to talk to each other, and helping communities develop. Tayebwa thanked the Swami for visiting Uganda. He also praised him for his work in promoting peace around the world and for his support for education, especially for girls in rural India and other countries. The Deputy Speaker noted that the visit was made possible by the Indian community in Uganda. Tayebwa expressed his deep appreciation for the community's contributions, which include: Helping children with heart problems get life-saving surgeries in India. Supportin...

Luzira, Uganda – The Luzira Prisons Staff Hospital has been officially opened by Dr. Diana Kanzira Atwine, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health. This new hospital is a very important addition to the healthcare services of the Uganda Prisons Service (UPS). Dr. Atwine toured the new hospital with the Commissioner General of Prisons, other top UPS managers, and prison health workers. The hospital is well-equipped with many services, including: Wards for patients who come for a short visit and those who need to stay overnight. A modern operating room for surgeries. Laboratory and testing services. A pharmacy for medicines. Special units for mothers and children. The Ministry of Health is promising to give full support to improve healthcare services in Uganda's prisons. Dr. Atwine from the Ministry has acknowledged the special challenges of providing medical care to prisoners. To help, she has a plan that includes several key actions: The Ministry will look again at the bud...

The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) has taken quick action after a complaint about small tarpaulins went viral on social media. UNBS officials inspected two companies, Modern Agro Investments Limited and Namanve Tarpaulin Weaving Limited. They found that both companies were making, selling, and had tarpaulins that were too small and had incorrect labels. This goes against the Uganda Standard US EAS 1073:2022 and the UNBS Act. As a result, UNBS has sealed off both companies. UNBS encourages people to report any suspected products that do not meet standards. You can report them on social media or by calling their toll-free numbers: 0800133133 or 0800233233.

A new and exciting project has started to help people with their mental health. An AI mental health call center was launched today at Butabika hospital. The project will use computers and smart technology to improve the hospital's mental health call center. The hope is that more people will be able to get help, and it will be easier for the hospital staff to do their work. This is a joint project between Makerere University, Butabika Hospital, and a hospital in Tanzania called Mirembe Mental Health Hospital. Many important people came to the launch event. There were representatives from the Ministry of Health, the Uganda Communications Commission, and MTN Uganda. Other people who work with health and technology also attended.

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has thanked Egyptian President, Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, for inviting him to talks. It was the first visit to Egypt for President Museveni in a long time. The two countries are connected by the Nile River. During the meeting, the leaders talked about the future of the Nile. President Museveni said that countries along the river should work together. He said they should not just think about their own history. Instead, they should focus on what all the countries need. The goal, he said, should be to make everyone rich, give everyone electricity, and provide clean water for all. He believes that if they work together with these goals, they can find the best and most fair ways to use the river. Museveni also thanked Egypt for helping Uganda with foot-and-mouth disease vaccines. He was happy that Egypt will help build a vaccine factory in Uganda. He said that working together on business is very important for Africa to grow. ...

The court case against former Makerere University Business School (MUBS) Principal Professor Waswa Balunywa and Chief Quality Assurance Officer Jacqueline Namaganda has been postponed. The next hearing is set for August 21, 2025. Both Balunywa and Namaganda are facing charges of abuse of office and neglect of duty. The charges stem from allegations that they improperly hired staff who were not qualified for their positions in 2023.

Seven people have been arrested for tricking a Nigerian businessman in a fake gold scam. The arrests were made by a special government unit called the State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SH-ACU) with help from the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID). The suspects tricked a man named Mr. Mark Gbillah into giving them $70,000. They told him they could sell him seven kilograms of gold through two companies, Legacy Refinery Limited and Emerod Agency Limited. But the companies had no real gold. A senior officer from the unit, Mr. Bamwiine Muhorozi, said the suspects were caught because Mr. Gbillah reported the crime quickly. The unit set up a meeting with the scammers, and they were arrested before they could get more money. When police searched the suspects' home in Muyenga, they found about 150 kilograms of fake gold bars and fake gold nuggets. Mr. Bamwiine said this is not the first gold scam they have stopped. But this one was important because they caugh...

Los Angeles, USA – Actress Amber Heard has shared some happy news: she is now a mother of three. On Mother's Day 2025 , she announced on Instagram that she has welcomed a set of twin children, a daughter and a son. Heard revealed the names of her new babies are Agnes and Ocean . She is also the mother of a four-year-old daughter named Oonagh . In her Instagram post, she included a picture of her newborns' feet. She wrote about her joy in finally having the family she had wanted for years, mentioning that she did it on her "own terms" despite facing challenges with fertility. She reflected on the special day, saying, "Mother’s Day 2025 will be one I’ll never forget. This year I am overjoyed beyond words to celebrate the completion of the family I’ve strived to build for years. Today I officially share the news that I welcomed twins into the Heard gang." Heard added that her twins are keeping her "hands (and my heart) full." She also said tha...

Kampala, Uganda – In a surprising turn of events, the Ugandan football team secured a win against Niger, despite Niger having better stats on paper. The game showed that Uganda's smart strategy and the excellent play of Allan Okello made the real difference. Okello was the key player, scoring the first goal in the 25th minute. He then helped set up the second goal just 11 minutes after the second half started. Even though Niger had more possession of the ball and more accurate passes, Uganda's focus and strong defense led to the victory. This win is especially important for Uganda, as it came after a tough start to the tournament where they lost their first game 3-0. Head coach Morley Byekwaso explained that the team's success was built on good defense and a strong mindset. "We are very happy to have won our second match. We lost our first game 3-0, but we didn't give up," Byekwaso said. "We made our defense stronger, encouraged our team leaders, and g...

  Elegu, Uganda – A new, modern market is being built in Elegu Town Council to help trade with South Sudan. This new market will be more resilient to climate change and will be designed to be fair to everyone, including women and people with disabilities. Elegu is a very important trade area for Uganda, acting as the third-largest entry point for informal trade into South Sudan. In 2022, goods worth $220 million USD passed through this area. However, the area often has problems with floods, bad facilities, and a lack of easy access to banking. These issues have slowed down trade. To fix these problems, the Government of Uganda is getting help from the European Union and the Embassy of Denmark . They are investing €9.8 million (41 billion Ugandan shillings) in the project. This new market will: Stop floods from closing the market. Provide good, safe trading spaces for women and people with disabilities. Offer banking services that people can afford. Help trade continue all ye...

AfroMedia, a group that supports journalism in Africa, has strongly criticized the killing of journalists in Gaza. The group says that what is happening is a serious violation of international laws designed to protect both civilians and media workers during wars. In a recent statement, AfroMedia highlighted that over 240 journalists and media professionals have been killed in Gaza since October 7, 2023. This makes Gaza the most dangerous place in the world for journalists. AfroMedia believes that targeting journalists is a deliberate effort to hide the truth about what is happening on the ground and to conceal crimes against civilians. The group stated that these actions are war crimes and that those responsible must be punished. The organization is calling on the United Nations (UN) and other international bodies to take urgent steps. This includes officially condemning the attacks, starting an international investigation, and allowing independent media teams into Gaza to report on ...

Manchester United has officially announced the signing of Benjamin Šeško, a highly-rated striker from Slovenia. The 22-year-old joins the club from RB Leipzig and has signed a long-term contract that will keep him at Old Trafford until June 2030. Šeško is considered one of Europe's most promising young talents. In the last two seasons, he has scored more goals than any other player under the age of 23 in Europe's top leagues. Last season alone, he scored 21 goals and provided six assists for RB Leipzig. The young striker has also made a big impact on the international stage. He has already played 41 times for Slovenia, scoring 16 goals. He made his debut in 2021, becoming the youngest player ever to represent his country. In a statement, Šeško shared his excitement about joining the club. "The history of Manchester United is obviously very special but what really excites me is the future," he said. He praised the club's plans and felt it was the perfect place for ...

A stadium has announced new rules for everyone who comes to watch a game. The new rules are to keep everyone safe and happy. You can no longer bring certain things into the stadium. These include airhorns and whistles. You also cannot bring glass bottles or cans. Big bags and suitcases are now banned, too. Other things you can't bring are video cameras, tools like hammers, and flasks. For everyone's safety, smoke canisters and fireworks are also strictly not allowed.

Kampala, Uganda – A top Ugandan judge, Justice Dr. Flavian Zeija, met with Dr. Patrick Nalere from UN Women. They talked about violence against women and girls in Uganda. UN Women is working on a new plan to help. Justice Zeija said that old traditions and weak families are big reasons for this violence. He noted that some people still think violence in marriage is a sign of love. He also said that during COVID-19 lockdowns, many victims were hurt by their own family members. He pointed out that many cases of violence never reach a judge. This is because people make deals outside of court, and police investigations are often not very good. When cases do go to court, they are often slow because of a lack of money and judges. Justice Zeija said that women in rural areas often don't know their rights. He is worried that families and local leaders sometimes take bribes instead of seeking justice. He asked for more support for women in the countryside, women with disabilitie...

Today, 110 new lawyers became advocates of the High Court of Uganda. The ceremony was held in Kampala at the Court of Appeal. The event was led by Thadius Ayebare Tumwebaze, a top official from the Supreme Court. He welcomed the new advocates to their profession. He told them to be ethical and to keep learning. "The world has changed, and so has the legal sector," he said. He advised the new lawyers to use technology, be skilled, and act ethically. A message from the Acting Chief Registrar was also shared. It described the legal job as both honorable and demanding. The message also expressed worry about some young lawyers not acting professionally. It asked the new advocates to always seek justice, not just represent clients. The CEO of the Uganda Law Society, Christine Awori, spoke next. She told the new lawyers to be ethical and keep up with new technology. She also promised that the society would support them in their careers. Peace Athocon from the Law Council...

Kampala, Uganda – Over the next three years, the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) will receive 550 billion Ugandan shillings from the government to improve roads and drainage systems in the city. The money will be used to upgrade, rebuild, and fix roads and drainage facilities. The work will be done by the company Dott Services ltd. The first part of the project will cover 14.65 kilometers and include 24 roads. These roads are located in different parts of Kampala, including: Kabaka’s Lake Road and Mapeera Road in Rubaga Division. Kalinabiri Road in Nakawa Division. Golf Course Road, Duster Street, and Lower Kololo Terrace in Central Division. Nsamba Road and St Stephen Hospital Ring Road in Kawempe Division. St Barnabas Road in Makindye Division.

President Yoweri Museveni met with a group of investors from Zimbabwe who are interested in Uganda's industrial manufacturing and agricultural sectors. The meeting focused on the investors' plans to start businesses in Uganda. President Museveni welcomed their interest and promised the government's full support. He highlighted Uganda's dedication to creating strong partnerships with foreign investors to help grow the country's economy. The collaboration is expected to create jobs and boost both the manufacturing and farming industries in Uganda.