Uganda’s Oil Sector Poised for Growth as First Oil Nears
Uganda’s journey towards first oil production is gaining momentum, with key industry players rallying behind efforts to ensure the country maximises value from its petroleum resources. This was the central message at the 11th Oil and Gas Convention 2026, currently underway at Speke Resort Convention Centre in Munyonyo, where government
Okello Awaits Verdict in Chilling Child Murder Case
The High Court is set to deliver its judgement in the high-profile murder case against Christopher Okello Onyum, the prime suspect in the Ggaba school children killings, with a ruling expected on Thursday. Presiding judge Alice Komuhangi Khaukha reserved judgement after the close of submissions, drawing a tense pause over
Museveni Assents to Eight New Laws Strengthening Health, Labour, and Energy Sectors
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has assented to eight pieces of legislation aimed at strengthening regulation, improving worker protections, and enhancing institutional efficiency across key sectors. In a statement shared on his official X platform, the President confirmed signing into law the National Drug and Health Products Authority Act, 2026, which
Buganda Kingdom: Sovereignty Bill must be revised to protect constitutional freedoms
The Kingdom of Buganda has warned the Attorney General that the Draft Protection of Sovereignty Bill 2026 will unintentionally affect cultural institutions, legitimate development partnerships and civic participation in Uganda. The submission, received on 28 April 2026 through the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs Security Registry, urges government and
Serena Hotel Employee Jailed Over Missing Customer’s $12,000
A cloud of intrigue has engulfed Kampala’s high-end hospitality scene after a porter at Serena Hotel was remanded over the disappearance of $12,000 (about Shs 45 million) belonging to a South Sudanese general, an incident now exposing possible security blind spots within the facility. William Ssemata, 39, was on Tuesday
Over 30 Feared Missing After Canoe Capsizes on River Nguse
Police in Kagadi District are responding to a tragic incident in which a canoe carrying an estimated 35–40 passengers capsized on River Nguse at Kyaleni Village in Pachwa Town Council on April 28, 2026, at about 8:30pm. According to police, officers responded swiftly to the scene, and one survivor has
Pearl Bank’s Agriculture Push Earns Central Bank Recognition
Pearl Bank’s growing influence in financing Uganda’s agriculture and small business sectors has earned it recognition from the Bank of Uganda, underscoring the lender’s expanding role in driving inclusive economic growth. The recognition, announced during a stakeholders’ workshop at Hotel Africana, highlighted the bank’s strong performance under the Agricultural Credit
From Subsistence to Scale: How dfcu Is Powering Uganda’s New Generation of Farmers
Uganda’s agricultural sector is undergoing a quiet but significant transformation—one driven not just by policy, but by farmers who are rethinking agriculture as a business. At the centre of this shift is dfcu Bank, whose long-running Best Farmers platform is helping to turn smallholder ventures into scalable agribusinesses. Since 2014,
C-Care Uganda Marks 30 Years with Community Health Drive in Ntinda
C-Care Uganda has launched celebrations to mark 30 years of providing healthcare services with a community health activation held at Capital Shoppers in Ntinda, Kampala. The event, held on April 25, 2026, brought together members of the public and healthcare professionals in a blend of service delivery and reflection on
Over 230 Foreign Nationals Arrested in Crackdown on Illegal Immigration
A total of 231 foreign nationals have been arrested in two coordinated operations targeting illegal immigration and related criminal activities, as authorities intensify efforts to enforce immigration laws and safeguard national security. The operations, conducted by officers from the Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control, took place in Kampala and
