Trump Announces Planned Naval Blockade of Strait of Hormuz After Failed Iran Talks
US President Donald Trump has announced that the United States will begin a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions with Iran following the collapse of high-level negotiations in Pakistan. In a strongly worded statement posted on his social media platform, Trump said the talks had largely progressed
US–Iran Talks Collapse After 21-Hour Marathon in Islamabad
High-stakes negotiations between the United States and Iran collapsed after nearly 21 hours of talks in Islamabad, deepening uncertainty over regional security and nuclear diplomacy. The talks, facilitated by Pakistan and involving senior political, military and technical officials, ended without agreement early Sunday, with both sides blaming each other for
Stanbic Black Pirates Sail into Enterprise Cup Final After Dramatic win
Kings Park Arena was electrified on Saturday as Stanbic Black Pirates Rugby Club delivered a spirited performance to defeat Kenya’s Nondescripts RFC 20-17, and secure a historic place in the Enterprise Cup final. The semi-final clash drew massive support from Ugandan fans, who turned up in large numbers. The team
Museveni Endorses Wooden Crockery After CBRN Study Clears Safety Concerns
Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has endorsed the use of traditional wooden food containers after a scientific assessment by a government Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear team cleared the materials as safe for food handling and storage. In a message shared on his official X platform, the President said findings from the
UBOS Revises Release Calendar for Key National Reports
Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) has revised its release calendar for major national surveys and census reports, signalling adjustments in the timeline for dissemination of key data. In a statement earlier this month, UBOS said the earlier schedule released on March 3, 2026, had been updated, with a new rollout
Russian Mufti Urges Islamic Summit in Tehran, Pushes for Independence from Western Mediation
Albir Krganov, the head of the Spiritual Assembly of Muslims of Russia and Mufti of Moscow, has called on Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud to convene a summit of leaders from Muslim-majority countries, proposing Tehran as the host city. In his appeal, Krganov argued that the Islamic world should take
Mukiza Scoops Rotary Award, Highlights Growing Role of Data in National Planning
Chris N. Mukiza, the Executive Director of Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS), has received the Rotary Vocational/Service Award, in recognition of his contribution to advancing statistics and strengthening evidence-based planning in Uganda. The award was presented by the Rotary E-Club of Ntinda during a ceremony held at Statistics House in
Russia Declares Easter Ceasefire, Keeps Troops on High Alert
Russia has announced a temporary ceasefire in its ongoing war with Ukraine, citing observance of Orthodox Easter, one of the most significant dates on the Christian calendar. The directive was issued by Russian President Vladimir Putin, who ordered a halt to combat operations from 4:00 p.m. on April 11 until
PRAU, MUBS Move to Close Skills Gap Ahead of Marketers Week
The Public Relations Association of Uganda and Makerere University Business School have stepped up efforts to bridge the gap between classroom training and industry demands following a high-level engagement in Kampala. The meeting, involving the PRAU Governing Council and the Department of Marketing and Media Studies at MUBS, focused on
DTB Expands Footprint With Tororo Branch to Tap Eastern Uganda Growth
Diamond Trust Bank Uganda has deepened its expansion drive with the opening of a new branch in Tororo, positioning itself to capture growing business activity and improve financial access in Eastern Uganda. The move signals a strategic push by the bank to bring services closer to underserved communities while strengthening
