Uganda’s Coffee Boom Powers Record Agricultural Exports as Sector Hits New Milestones
Uganda has started 2026 on a strong agricultural footing, with coffee once again emerging as the backbone of the country’s export growth after generating a record USD 2.2 billion in earnings in the 2024/2025 financial year. New figures released on Thursday by the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries
Fallen MP Apolot Stella was a true champion of woman and girls rights – Parliament
Parliament a special sitting to honor the late Ngora District Woman Member of Parliament, Apolot Stella Isodo, who passed away on Saturday, 17 January 2026. Isodo was a prominent member of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) Party and was widely respected for her humility, friendliness, and commitment to public
Museveni Appoints Dr. Flavian Zeija as Chief Justice
President Yoweri Museveni has appointed Dr. Flavian Zeija as Uganda’s new Chief Justice, succeeding Justice Alfonse Owiny-Dollo, who has retired upon reaching the mandatory retirement age. Justice Zeija had been serving as the Deputy Chief Justice since his appointment in 2025, following the retirement of Justice Richard Buteera in May
Muwanga Kivumbi arrested
Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi, the National Unity Platform (NUP) Vice President for Buganda and Member of Parliament for Butambala County, has been arrested in connection with recent political violence in Butambala District. Kivumbi, who also serves as the NUP President for Buganda Region, was apprehended last Wednesday and is currently being
Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda recognised as a Top Employer in 2026
Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU), a company in the Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) group, is proud to announce its recognition as a Top Employer for 2026 by the Top Employers Institute. It joins six other countries in the CCBA footprint in this elite group. CCBA has also been certified as a Top
How to Build Wealth From Any Income Level – Stanbic Bank
As the month of January draws to a close to the end, Ugandans have been urged to prioritise saving if they are to achieve their aspirations and long-term financial goals. The call was made by Israel Arinaitwe, Head of Personal Banking at Stanbic Bank Uganda. Arinaitwe emphasised the importance of
Chief Justice Owiny-Dollo Hands Over Office, Urges Completion of His Pending Matters
Chief Justice Alfonse Chigamoy Owiny-Dollo has handed over office to the Deputy Chief Justice, Justice Dr. Flavian Zeija, marking the conclusion of his five-year tenure at the helm of the Judiciary. The handover ceremony, witnessed by both judicial and non-judicial officers, saw the Chief Justice present Justice Zeija with a
President and Prime Minister Label Specific Religion “Cult,” “Target for Eradication,” Drawing Widening Criticism
On January 12, President Lee Jae Myung publicly referred to Shincheonji Church of Jesus, the Temple of the Tabernacle of the Testimony (hereafter “Shincheonji”) and other religious groups, stating that “the harm they cause to society has been left unchecked for too long, resulting in serious damage.” The following day,
Court Defers Ruling on Sarah Bireete’s Bail Bid
The Buganda Road Chief Magistrate’s Court has deferred its ruling on the bail application filed by jailed human rights activist Sarah Bireete. Through her lawyers led by Anthony Asiimwe, the Vice President of the Uganda Law Society (ULS), Bireete applied for bail, arguing that she is a law-abiding citizen with
KCCA Pushes Shs 6 Billion Pay Boost for Street Cleaners
Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has asked Parliament to approve an extra Shs 6.018 billion to raise street cleaners’ wages, as the city expands and gears up for mechanised sanitation. Under the proposal, daily pay for cleaners would jump from Shs 6,000 to Shs 10,000. KCCA Executive Director Sharif Buzeki
